Assistant Professor, Social Work

Touro University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental plans

Retirement plan

Tuition exemption

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Touro University Graduate School of Social Work in New York offers a full-time, 10-month Assistant Professor position in Social Work. The role emphasizes online teaching (asynchronous & synchronous) and in-person courses, with advising and committee duties.

Faculty maintain a 21-credit workload per academic year and contribute to scholarship and program development. The department seeks candidates with a Master of Social Work and teaching experience, including curriculum development and student

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work required; PhD in Social Work or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years teaching experience.
• Some higher education administrative experience preferred.
• Instructional course design experience preferred.
• Student advising experience preferred.
• Experience with clinical simulation technology and AI is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach asynchronous/synchronous and in-person courses according to workload.
• Engage in service to department, university, and research activities; publish and present at conferences.
• Provide academic advising for distance-education students.
• Participate in standing and ad-hoc committees and program events.
• Build and support community relations.

Skills

Student advising

Teaching online

Instructional design

Academic mentoring

Curriculum development

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Master of Social Work

PhD in Social Work or related field

Tools

Canvas

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Job description

Assistant Professor, Social Work

Job Locations

US-NY-New York

ID

2025-12596

College

TUNY - Graduate School of Social Work

Position Type

Full-Time

Schedule Shift

Varies

Hours Per Week

36.5

Travel

As needed

Category

Faculty/Academic

FLSA Status

Exempt

Location : Country

US

Overview

The Touro University Graduate School of Social work is seeking candidates for a full-time (10-month appointment) Assistant Professor in Social Work, with experience in delivering distance education in an asynchronous and synchronous format. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of and experience working in the Observant Jewish communities. Experience should include curriculum development, education best practices, instruction/teaching in asynchronous courses, student advising, mentoring and supporting adjunct faculty and colleagues, ability to engage students in the online environment both in and out of the classroom. A typical workday will entail teaching, advising, and meetings. Faculty carry a 21-credit workload per academic year and are expected to teach, advise students, and engage in scholarship. Faculty participate in MSW program activities as needed (orientation, community days, committee meetings, and curriculum development), and will also contribute on departmental and university-wide committees.

About the TUGSSW: The mission of the Touro University Graduate School of Social Work is to educate graduates for clinical social work practice in an urban, and multicultural environment. This is consistent with the general mission of Touro University, which is to provide professional education for the benefit of the individual and society. This general mission is an expression of the Jewish religious tenet of Tikkun Olam, the striving to make the world a better place for all people. In accordance with traditional social work values, the Graduate School of Social Work is committed to providing accessible and affordable quality education to all. The MSW program's educational purpose is to prepare self-reflective professionals who can meet the complex needs of a multitude of populations. The school's curriculum is informed by the person-in-environment, ecological and strengths-based perspectives. The school provides students with a social work education that offers a theoretical and evidence-based foundation in generalist social work, as well as advanced knowledge and skills for effective clinical social work. This education prepares graduates for leadership roles in clinical social work practice with varied populations in the contemporary service delivery environment.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Teaching asynchronous/synchronous and in person courses according to workload assignments
• Service to the Department, University, and Community Research/Scholarship, including publication, social work academic conferences, & funded research
• Academic advising for students in distance education
• Participate in standing and ad-hoc committees Participate in program events, such as orientation and graduation
• Build, strengthen, and support community relations
• Highly engaged and responsive during stipulated work hours

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Applicants must have a Master of Social Work degree and a doctorate in a related field of study; a Ph.D. in Social Work or a DSW degree is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of teaching experience required
• Some social work higher education administrative experience preferred
• Instructional course design experience preferred
• Student advising experience preferred, but not required
• Experience with clinical simulation technology and artificial intelligence experience a plus

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to create a respectful classroom environment and attend to cultural sensitivities, particularly with observant Jewish students.
• Experience with Canvas and electronic learning management systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, & Zoom

Certifications/Licensures

• Social work licensure required

Travel

• As needed.

Working Conditions

• Extensive use of computers
• Extensive time sitting

Maximum Salary

USD $90,000.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary

USD $72,000.00/Yr.

Benefits

• Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
• Full range of Health Plans
• Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
• Dependent Care and Transit Programs
• Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability programs
• Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
• Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
• Employee Assistance Program
• Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
• Annual Holiday Schedule
• Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment. Inquiries or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policies should be sent to Nicole Barnett, 202 West 43rd Street, 11th Floor, New York, New York, 10036, [e-mail] (646-565-6285) or, alternatively, to the Chief Compliance Officer at [e-mail] and 646-565-6000 x55330.