Assistant/ Associate Professor - 3284

Degree in appropriate discipline area - prior experience teaching in higher education setting

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Social Work preparation

Teaching 7 courses per academic year (courses may include field seminar and field supervision); developing curricula; providing academic advisement to current and prospective students; undertaking scholarship in area of expertise; serving on university and department committees; and providing services to communities/agencies within the region.

The Department of Social Work at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke invites applications for one tenure-track 9-month faculty position at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor.

The Department of Social Work has both BSW and MSW programs. Programs include advanced standing, part-time and night/evening, and off-campus sites. The successful candidate may be required to teach across the BSW and MSW social work curricula, and field practicum. He/she will provide academic advisement, develop curriculum including on-line courses, and/or teach some courses at off-campus sites or in the evenings. In addition to instructional duties, he/she is required to maintain an active program of scholarship, participate in service activities, and be willing to seek and participate in extramural funding.

Rank is open and depends on the qualifications and achievements of the candidate, but no higher than the rank currently held at another university. Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor is preferred.

Qualifications: A Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE accredited institution is required but a doctoral degree in social work or closely related field is preferred, ABD will be considered; two years post MSW work experience; college/university teaching experience; willingness to teach at off-campus sites; ability to teach online will be an asset. Expectations: The successful candidate may be required to teach one or more areas of the BSW and MSW social work curricula, and field practicum. He/she will provide academic advisement, develop curriculum including on-line courses, and/or teach some courses at off-campus sites and/or online. In addition to instructional duties, he/she will be is required to participate in university and departmental committees and provide community services.

Online applications should be submitted through UNC-Pembroke Human Resource website. Application should include:
1. A cover letter indicating relevant professional work experience, college/university teaching experiences, teaching philosophy, and research interests.
2. A current CV with the names and contact information, including email address for at least 3 references.
3. Unofficial academic transcripts (scan copies and attach to your online application).

Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

Contact:
Dr. Alice Kay Locklear, Search Committee Chair
Department of Social Work
University of North Carolina at Pembroke
1 University Drive, PO Box 1510
Pembroke, NC 28372

A doctoral degree in social work or closely related field is preferred but candidates who are currently ABD in a social work or closely related doctoral programs would be considered. Ability and/or willingness to teach in-person and online courses and teach across BSW and MSW curricula.

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.