Social Work | Tenure Track Assistant Professor Fall 2027 | I02582

Slippery Rock University; Slippery Rock (Butler County); Vor Ort; USD 75.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Slippery Rock University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Social Work faculty position beginning Fall 2027. The successful candidate will teach four courses per semester across BSSW and MSW programs, with undergraduate courses mostly in person and graduate courses online.

Active scholarship, advising, and service are expected integral parts of the role. The department emphasizes teaching, research, and professional development within a collaborative,

Qualifikationen

• Earned a Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Earned a doctorate in Social Work or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• ABD applicants considered if all doctorate requirements completed by Aug 22, 2027.

Aufgaben

• Teach four courses per semester across BSSW and MSW programs.
• Undergraduate courses delivered largely in person; graduate courses delivered online.
• Maintain an active program of scholarship, advise and mentor students, and engage in service.

Kenntnisse

Teaching skills

Scholarly activity

Student mentorship

Ausbildung

MSW degree (CSWE-accredited)

Doctorate in Social Work or related field

ABD by Aug 22, 2027

Jobbeschreibung

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number I02582

Classification Title Social Work Assistant Professor Fall 2027

Working Title Social Work | Tenure Track Assistant Professor Fall 2027 |I02582

Employee Group Faculty

Bargaining Unit APSCUF

Location Main Campus

Department Social Work

Employment Type Regular FT

Work Schedule Work hours vary depending on class times, student consultationhours, and service schedule.

Posting Detail Information

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Summary Information

Position Summary Slippery Rock University invites applications for a full-time,nine-month, tenure-track Social Work faculty position in theDepartment of Psychology, Social Work, and Recreational Therapy,beginning in Fall 2027. The successful candidate will teach four courses per semesteracross the BSSW and MSW programs. Assigned courses will include acombination of undergraduate and graduate courses, withundergraduate courses delivered largely in person and graduatecourses delivered fully online. The primary instructional needisin clinical social work practice, although teaching assignmentswill be based on departmental and program needs. The successfulcandidate will also maintain an active program of scholarship,advise and mentor students, engage in service activities, attendmeetings, and participate in the ongoing work of the department,college, university, and profession. The Social Work Program is housed within the Department ofPsychology, Social Work, and Recreational Therapy in the College ofHealth Professions. The program offers both undergraduate andgraduate social work education through its largely in-person BSSWprogram and fully online MSW program. Faculty members contribute toa collaborative, interdisciplinary department and support theeducation and professional development of students preparing forsocial work practice. Slippery Rock University is part of the Pennsylvania State Systemof Higher Education and is strongly positioned for future growth.As an institution with a unionized faculty represented by APSCUF,faculty benefit from union-negotiated annual step andcost-of-living salary increases; comprehensive health, dental,vision, retirement, and family benefits; and tuition waivers forfaculty members and their immediate families. Tenure and promotionprocesses are transparent and structured within the APSCUFcollective bargaining agreement, and promotion results in anautomatic salary increase. This full-time, tenure-track positioncarries a nine-month contract, with regular opportunities foroptional summer and winter teaching. Competitive internal grants,reimbursement for professional conference travel, and professionaldevelopment support are also widely available.

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned a Master of Social Work ( MSW ) degree from a CSWE-accredited program
• Earned a doctorate in Social Work or a closely related field froman accredited institution
• Applicants who are ABD will be considered, provided that allrequirements for the doctorate are completed by August 22,2027.
• Candidates must have a minimum of two years of post- MSW socialwork practice experience
• Candidates must be eligible to obtain a social work license ( LSW )in Pennsylvania
• Evidence of a commitment to the education of diversepopulations
• Evidence of, or potential for, effective teaching, scholarship, andservice.

Preferred Qualifications

• An active Licensed Clinical Social Worker ( LCSW, LISW, orequivalent) credential issued by any U.S. state orjurisdiction
• Experience teaching clinical social work practice courses at theundergraduate and/or graduate level
• Experience with in-person, online, and/or hybrid instruction;
• Advanced clinical practice experience with individuals, families,and/or groups
• Evidence of scholarly activity or demonstrated potential to developa sustained research agenda; Experience advising or mentoringundergraduate or graduate students.

Respect for Individuals in the Community

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects,encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all.Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense ofpurpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation.Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includesall persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage,gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, orsocioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, inthe working environment, and in the daily life of the universitycommunity.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate onthe basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, nationalorigin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in itsprograms or activities in accordance with Title IX of theEducational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Actof 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VIIof the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes andUniversity policies. The following person has been designated to handle inquiriesregarding the non-discrimination policies: Human Resources and Compliance/Title IX Coordinator 208 Old Main Building 104 Maltby Avenue Slippery Rock University Slippery Rock, PA 16057 724.738.2070

Special Instructions to Applicants

The cover letter should include a description of how the jobqualifications are met, including describing any teachingexperience at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Teachingphilosophy and/or, if available, evidence of teachingeffectiveness, may be included in the cover letter and/or uploadedas additional documents. Graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required. Applicants mayupload official or unofficial transcripts . Official transcriptswill be required prior to appointment. Recommended candidates will be required to complete a criminalbackground check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151(child abuse) background check and Federal Criminal ( FBI )clearance prior to appointment. Full consideration will be given to applications received by November 12th, 2026.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Teaching Philosophy
4. Unofficial Transcripts
5. Unofficial Transcripts 2

Optional Documents

1. Unofficial Transcripts 3
2. Research Philosophy
3. Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness (e.g. peer reviews, studentevaluations, honors and awards, etc.)