Associate Professor - School Of Social Work, Psychology & Philosophy- Social Work

The Division of Social Work at Texas Woman's University System seeks qualified applicants for one Associate Professor tenure-track position in the Master of Social Work program. The position will begin in August of 2024. The Division of Social Work offers a bachelor's and master's degree in social work.

The Division of Social Work is located on the Denton campus, 40 miles north of the Dallas/Fort Worth area. The Division of Social Work is housed within the School of Social Work, Psychology, and Philosophy, which is housed in the College of Arts and Sciences.

TWU occupies a notable position in higher education as the nation's largest public university primarily for women. Established in 1901, TWU emphasizes the liberal arts and sciences as well as specialized and professional studies in business, nursing, health sciences, social sciences, and education. TWU, a historically women's institution, is ranked as one of the top ten American universities in diverse student populations and is recognized as a Hispanic-serving institution.

The College of Arts and Sciences, with over thirty-five percent of TWU's graduate and undergraduate population of over 17,000, prepares students for success in a global world. Additional information about the University is available at http://www.twu.edu.

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The MSW Position

Responsibilities for the successful candidate include, but are not limited to, teaching courses across the advanced generalist curriculum, developing a research program, mentoring and advising students, and providing service to the program, university, and profession. The successful applicant will enjoy working in and contributing to a collaborative environment.

The successful applicant will also have evidence of, or strong potential for, an active research program and extramural funding. Minimum qualifications include prior teaching experience, an MSW degree from a CSWE accredited Social Work program, and two years of post-MSW practice experience. A PhD in Social Work or a related field is required.

The successful applicant will demonstrate excellence in teaching. Preference is given to applicants with one or more of the following qualifications:(a) three or more years of social work teaching experience;(b) experience developing and teaching online and blended courses;(c) a strong record of publications and/or extramural funding.

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, copy of graduate transcripts, and names and email addresses and phone numbers of three references. Specific questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Nila Ricks (nricks@twu.edu), chairperson of the search committee.

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