What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor Social Work position at Georgian Court University?
The Department of Social Work & Gerontology at Georgian Court University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in the Social Work program. The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, scholarship, service, and program development in a CSWE-accredited program grounded in Mercy core values, social justice, and community engagement.
Responsibilities
Teaching & Instruction
- Teach BSW/ MSW courses (typical load: approximately 24 credit hours per academic year)
- Deliver instruction across foundation and advanced practice areas (e.g., HBSE, practice methods, policy, research, clinical practice, and specialization courses)
- Integrate evidence-based practice, cultural humility, and anti-oppressive frameworks into the curriculum
- Advise and mentor BSW/MSW students throughout their academic progression
Scholarship & Professional Activity
- Maintain an active scholarly agenda through research, publications, presentations, or community-engaged scholarship
- Engage in professional development aligned with social work education and practice
- Contribute to program visibility and academic excellence
Service & Program Support
- Participate in departmental, college, and university committees
- Support CSWE accreditation activities, assessment, and continuous program improvement
- Collaborate with faculty on curriculum design and review
- Engage in community partnerships and field education initiatives
Qualifications
Required
- MSW from a CSWE-accredited program
- Minimum of 2–5 years of post-MSW social work practice experience
- Strong commitment to teaching and social work education
- Demonstrated commitment to social justice and culturally responsive practice
**Must be US Work Authorized**
Salary : $62,000