Sociology, Assistant Professor

California State Polytechnic University-Pomona; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Sociology with a focus on social work. The successful candidate will teach social work courses, especially micro-level practice, and contribute to the development of the BSW program and the department’s scholarly mission.

Responsibilities include teaching four courses per semester (with a course release in years one and two), advising students, engaging in

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required by start of appointment.
• MSW from CSWE-accredited university.
• Experience as instructor of record or TA.
• Three references with contact information.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per semester (one course release in first two years).
• Develop and lecture a social work curriculum, including the BSW program.
• Advise undergraduate and graduate students.
• Engage in scholarly research that supports student research and contributes to the department’s academic mission.
• Serve on departmental and university committees, providing service to the department, university, and community.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Academic advising

Research

Education

PhD in Social Work or Sociology

MSW from CSWE-accredited university

Job description

Assistant Professor of Social Work

Department of Sociology, College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona.

Position Overview

Cal Poly Pomona invites applications for a tenure‑track faculty position in the Department of Sociology with a focus on social work. The successful candidate will teach courses in social work—particularly micro‑level practice—and will contribute to the development of the Sociology Department’s BSW degree program, as well as to research, service, and leadership within the department and the broader university community.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per semester (one course release in each of the first two years).
• Develop and lecture a social work curriculum, including the BSW program.
• Advise undergraduate and graduate students.
• Engage in scholarly research that supports student research and contributes to the department’s academic mission.
• Serve on departmental and university committees, providing service to the department, university, and community.

Minimum Requirements

• Ph.D. in Social Work, Sociology, or a related social science field from an accredited university, completed by the start of the appointment.
• Master’s in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE‑accredited university.
• University teaching experience as instructor of record or teaching assistant.
• Three references with names and contact information.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications

• Evidence of ability to teach across the department’s curriculum.
• Evidence of teaching excellence through student evaluations, pedagogical innovation, and commitment to pedagogy.
• Active scholarly agenda that encourages student research.
• Experience advising and mentoring a diverse undergraduate student body.
• Experience in curriculum and/or program development.
• At least two years of post‑MSW practice experience.

Application Process

• Cover letter (maximum 2 pages) describing interest, experience, and how the minimum and preferred qualifications are met.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Teaching philosophy statement (maximum 2 pages).
• Research statement (maximum 2 pages).
• Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts.
• Names and contact information for three references.

Semi‑finalists will complete a virtual interview. Finalists will be invited to an in‑person interview and must provide official transcripts, three letters of reference, a teaching demonstration, and a research presentation.

Applications are accepted only via the PageUp online portal for University hires. The position remains open until filled; first consideration will be given to applications received no later than September 14, 2026.

EEO Statement

This position is open to all applicants regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Cal Poly Pomona is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable state and federal civil rights laws.

Reasonable Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants may contact the ADA Coordinator (email [e-mail]) for accommodations.