PhD Social Work Adjunct Instructor (Online/On-Campus)

Sacred Heart; Fairfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Sacred Heart University’s School of Social Work invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in the PhD Program, starting Fall 2026, with online or on-ground delivery.

The role involves teaching in the PhD program, mentoring students through candidacy and dissertation processes, and collaborating with faculty while maintaining an active research agenda aligned with the School’s anti‑racist mission.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated teaching excellence in quantitative research methods, statistics, or mixed methods.
• PhD in social work, social welfare, or closely related field required.
• Minimum of two years post-MS W practice experience; five years post-PhD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a learning environment welcoming to all learners.
• Provide instruction in the PhD program.
• Mentor PhD students and coordinate advancement to candidacy through the dissertation process.
• Support and collaborate with fellow faculty.
• Attend and participate in PhD student summer residency.
• Maintain an active research agenda aligned with the School’s mission.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Quantitative methods

Statistical analysis

Mixed methods

Collaboration

Education

MSW (CSWE-accredited) + PhD

5+ years post-PhD experience

Job description

Sacred Heart University’s School of Social Work invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in the PhD Program, starting Fall 2026, with online or on-ground delivery.

The role involves teaching in the PhD program, mentoring students through candidacy and dissertation processes, and collaborating with faculty while maintaining an active research agenda aligned with the School’s anti‑racist mission.