Assistant Professor of Social Work or Human Services

The Goddard School of Deerfield; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Social Work or Human Services. The ideal candidate will have a Doctorate degree and clinical experience, responsible for teaching and engaging in research.

This role offers opportunities for mentorship and participation in departmental activities. Applications should be submitted by September 1, 2026 for full consideration, with teaching and research responsibilities aligned with social work.

Qualifications

• A Terminal/Doctorate degree in Social Work or Human Services required at the time of hire.
• Minimum of 2 years post-MSW direct social work practice required.
• Experience with a variety of software platforms for training and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach in the Graduate Master in Social Work Program.
• Service to the Department, College, University and/or professional community.
• Engage in scholarship/research aligned with rank.

Skills

Teaching in Graduate Master in Social Work Program

Clinical license (L.M.S.W. or equivalent)

Experience with software platforms (D2L, Blackboard, etc.)

Interest in student mentoring

Education

Terminal/Doctorate degree in Social Work or Human Services

Tools

D2L

Blackboard

Canvas

Excel

Job description

Assistant Professor of Social Work or Human Services

Job ID: 298330

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job Summary

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for full‑time, tenure‑track faculty positions as Assistant Professor of Social Work or Human Services in the Department of Social Work and Human Services with a preferred start date of January 2027. These are nine‑month contracted positions and are for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Teach in the Graduate Master in Social Work Program and the undergraduate Human Services Program.
• Service to Department, College, University and/or professional community is expected.
• Scholarship/Research expectations commensurate with rank is expected.

Required Qualifications

• A Terminal/Doctorate degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Social Work, Human Services or a related discipline is required at the time of hire.
• With the MSW, a minimum of 2 years post‑MSW direct social work practice and a clinical license (L.M.S.W. or equivalent) is required.
• Experience with a wide variety of software platforms for training, teaching and operations such as D2L, Simple Syllabi, Blackboard, Canvas, Word, Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• A wide range of clinical social work practice experience.
• An active research agenda, grant funding, and a record of scholarship.
• An interest in leadership opportunities.
• A demonstrated commitment to student mentoring and success.
• Experience or interest in developing international education and/or internship programming.

Required Documents to Attach

1. CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Teaching Philosophy and Student Success Statement
4. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course‑by‑Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
5. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references

Apply Before Date

Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by September 1, 2026.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. In accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [e-mail].

Background Check

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. Denise M. Green, [e-mail].