Field Education Director & Open-Rank Social Work Professor

The Pennsylvania State University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Greater Allegheny invites applications for a faculty position as Director of Field Education/Open-Rank Teaching Professor of Social Work. The appointment will be filled at Lecturer to Teaching Professor ranks, a full-time, 36-week, non-tenure-line term starting January 2027.

The role combines teaching undergraduate courses, supervising field education, and contributing to program development and CSWE accreditation efforts.

Qualifications

• Earned MSW from CSWE-accredited program.
• CSWE teaching experience required.
• Field education experience required.
• Evidence of research and publication potential.
• Commitment to high-quality, student-centered instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses fall and spring at the Greater Allegheny campus.
• Publish in refereed journals and participate in scholarly activities.
• Lead field education program and participate in CSWE accreditation.
• Advise students and provide career guidance.
• Develop new social work courses and engage in service activities.
• Participate in campus and university/community service.

Skills

Teaching experience

Online/hybrid instruction

Community partnerships

Research potential

Multidisciplinary collaboration

LSW/LCSW licensure

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Penn State Greater Allegheny invites applications for a faculty position as Director of Field Education/Open-Rank Teaching Professor of Social Work. The appointment will be filled at Lecturer to Teaching Professor ranks, a full-time, 36-week, non-tenure-line term starting January 2027.

The role combines teaching undergraduate courses, supervising field education, and contributing to program development and CSWE accreditation efforts.