Social Work - Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track)
As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s eight colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Computer Science & Engineering; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing.
Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 389 Colleges: 2024 Edition, and Best Business Schools: 2024 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre.
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Sacred Heart University –Tenure-Track Faculty: Assistant Professor,
School of Social Work, College of Arts & Sciences
The School of Social Work in the College of Arts and Sciences at Sacred Heart University invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position to begin Fall 2025.
The School of Social Work mission is: To prepare social workers—through instruction in integrated social work theory, research, methods, and practice—to identify, dismantle, and resist all forms of social inequality and oppression, particularly issues of racism and its impact on social work practice. We are deeply committed to training social workers to think critically and intervene against cultural, social, political, and economic practices that do not advance human rights, justice, or the dignity and worth of every human being.
This mission guides the delivery of the BSW Program, MSW Program (with on-ground and online options) and our hybrid part-time PhD Program.
Responsibilities:
We encourage applications from candidates of all specializations and areas of study. We are especially interested in faculty whose research and teaching strategies reflect antiracist, anti- oppressive approaches. Ideal candidates for this position are invested in fostering inclusive, equitable environments for teaching and learning. We are particularly interested in candidates who can conduct grant-funded research.
We seek candidates to fill one position at the rank of Assistant Professor to primarily teach in the MSW program, with opportunities to teach and mentor in the Ph.D. programs.
Requirements:
- Candidates must have a MSW degree from a CSWE accredited university and a Ph.D. in social work, social welfare or closely related field.
- A minimum of two years post-MSW social work practice experience is required.
- Candidates should be dedicated to excellence in teaching and social work practice.
- Demonstrate potential for research and scholarly publications.
- Possess substantive knowledge of all or most areas of social work education.
- Knowledge of CSWE accreditation and curriculum development a plus.
- Be dedicated to collaboration, collegiality, and service.
Additional Information:
Sacred Heart University, rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, embraces a vision for social justice and educates students in mind, body and spirit to prepare them personally and professionally to make a difference in the global community.
Application Instructions:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit 1) letter of interest with research statement, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) statement of teaching philosophy, 4) A DEI statement; 5) list of three references; 6) copy of one peer-reviewed publication; and 7) Graduate transcripts. Copies of transcripts are acceptable during the initial stage, however official transcripts will be required upon a formal offer of employment.
Review of applications will commence immediately, and the posting will close on when the position has been filled.
Other details
- Job Family Faculty
- Job Function Faculty
- Pay Type Salary
- Required Education Doctorate
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