Tenure-Track Social Work Professor

James Madison University; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position in the Department of Social Work within the College of Health and Behavioral Studies. Begin date is August 2027.

The department emphasizes teaching, research, and service with a typical 3/3 course load plus a 1/1 advising assignment. Candidates must have MSW and doctoral degree in social work; ABD considered with completion by Aug 1, 2027; two years post-MSW practice

Qualifications

• MSW required from CSWE-accredited program; ABD considered if completion before Aug 1, 2027
• Minimum of two years (24 months) post-MSW agency-based practice experience
• Expertise in direct individual, family, and group practice
• Ability to engage a broad range of students and colleagues and mentor diverse communities
• Rank and appointment depend on experience; Associate Professor requires a more extensive record

Responsibilities

• Teach and advise as a full-time tenure-track faculty member
• Engage in research and service within the department
• Maintain a schedule of 3/3 courses plus 1/1 active professional advising
• Contribute to graduate program development and CSWE curricular areas

Skills

Post-MSW practice

Direct/Family/Group practice

Teaching across CSWE areas

Mentoring diverse students

Education

MSW from CSWE-accredited program

DSW/PhD in social work

Job description

James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position in the Department of Social Work within the College of Health and Behavioral Studies. Begin date is August 2027.

The department emphasizes teaching, research, and service with a typical 3/3 course load plus a 1/1 advising assignment. Candidates must have MSW and doctoral degree in social work; ABD considered with completion by Aug 1, 2027; two years post-MSW practice