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Overview

The School of Social Work at Salem State University invites applications for one tenure-track positionwith primary teaching responsibilities in our BSW program and opportunity to also teach in our MSW program beginning in September 2027. The ideal candidate will work as a collaborative member of a faculty dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, equity, and student success. Faculty duties include teaching, academic advising, participation in shared governance, committee work, program coordination, and curriculum development guided by a faculty focus on equity-minded teaching and transformative learning.

The School of Social Work offers both an MSW and BSW education to approximately 500 students. Our students come to Salem State University from 38 states and 48 countries and reflect the demographics of the greater Boston community in which we live. The MSW Program offers students a comprehensive graduate experience focused on integrated practice for health and behavioral health. The BSW program provides a generalist social work education and prepares students to be catalysts for social change founded in the values of social justice, inclusion, diversity and cultural humility.

At Salem State University, we are passionate about fostering academic excellence and supporting the learning and growth of our students. We seek faculty who are dedicated to teaching and who thrive in a diverse and inclusive environment. Our strong focus on civic engagement and the success of our students, many of which are first-generation students, ensures that your work will have a meaningful impact both within the university and beyond. Join us at Salem State, where your scholarship, teaching and contributions to our community will be valued and celebrated.

Duties and Responsibilities

Candidatesare required to perform duties in accordance with the MSCA contract. Duties include teaching, advising, scholarship and contributions to continuously improvethe department and university. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. The position is subject to available funding.

Required Qualifications

1. 1. Earned PhD in social work, DSW, or doctorate in a related field (or ABD with significant progress can be considered)
2. 2. Minimum of two years post-MSW practice experience
3. 3. Experience promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and multicultural competence in an educational environment

Preferred Qualifications

1. Previous university/college teaching experience in social work at a CSWE-credited institution at the undergraduate level
2. Experience collaborating in teaching, research, and/or practice
3. Experience teaching hybrid and/or online courses
4. Experience teaching policy, macro practice, and/or research courses
5. Experience providing academic advising to students
6. Salem State University seeks faculty and librarians whose teaching, scholarship, and service will contribute to student success, academic excellence, and the university’s public mission. We welcome candidates with demonstrated ability to work effectively with students from varied backgrounds and to support an inclusive learning environment. Applicants may describe relevant accomplishments in teaching, scholarship/research, service, and community-engaged work.

Working Location

This is an onsitepositionin Salem, MA with on-campus, in-person responsibilities.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.

This position may be/is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement

The university considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

ADA Statement

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr@salemstate.edu.

Recruitment Agencies

Salem State University does not partner with or accept candidates from outside staffing agencies. All hiring is managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team.