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The Master of Social Work program in the Graduate School of Counseling and Social Work at Merrimack College invites applicants for one (1) open-rank, non-tenure track, 9-month faculty position to begin in Fall 2026. We are specifically looking for an individual who will teach on-campus and online in the Master of Social Work program, which is accredited by CSWE. Candidates must have a MSW from a CSWE accredited program or equivalency established through CSWE and a doctorate in Social Work or in a related field. The candidate will be responsible for teaching a total of 8 courses across fall, spring, and summer semesters, serve as an academic advisor and actively contribute to the MSW program, the Graduate School of Counseling and Social Work, as well as the college.

On Campus MSW Program:

Aligned with the mission of Merrimack College, the Master of Social Work program is an on- ground advanced generalist program and is accredited by CSWE. It represents a dynamic, innovative, and growth-oriented training program with a commitment to working with vulnerable and marginalized populations; and affirms the values of self-determination, sustainability, and community and global solidarity. The program is designed to offer both a part-time and full-time and Advanced Standing Track for students. We plan to launch a comparable online MSW program effective Fall 2026.

The faculty member will teach a total of 32 credit/contact hours (8 courses) across the fall, spring, and potentially during summer semesters. Faculty are expected to teach on-campus

courses in the evening after 4:00 pm. Online courses will be asynchronous and synchronous. It is critical for the faculty to possess confidence and skill teaching and advising adult learners. The successful candidate should demonstrate the experience or ability to teach a range of courses in social work discipline including but not limited to: Introduction to Social Work Research and Practice, Evaluation of Social Work Practice, Contemporary Social Welfare Policy, and other related courses. The faculty will be responsible for providing formal on-campus and online teaching, effective delivery of instructional material and course management (e.g., assessments, grading, etc.), advising, mentoring, and supervision of graduate students, attending faculty meetings, and completing social work programmatic tasks, and other responsibilities as assigned by the Dean.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program or equivalency as defined by CSWE

• Doctoral degree in Social Work or an Ed.D. or Ph.D. in a related field

• Minimum 2-years full-time post MSW experience in social work practice

• Minimum of 3 years of on-campus and/or online teaching in a MSW program

Preferred qualifications:

• LCSW/LICSW with minimum 2-years post MSW clinical practice and supervision experience.

• Experience with online platforms for course delivery and assessment.

• Experience working with and/or teaching about multicultural populations, immigrant populations, or underserved communities.

• Proficiency in a second language as a bilingual speaker.

Application Materials Should Include:

Interested candidates should submit the following application materials:

• Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the required and preferred qualifications.

• Curriculum vitae (CV).

• Experience in teaching specific content area(s): Introduction to Social Work Research and Practice, Evaluation of Social Work Practice, Contemporary Social Welfare Policy, and/or other social work practice courses.

• Teaching philosophy statement describing how to facilitate engagement and promote excellence in the classroom for all students.

• Statement of experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission, our values, and our desires to promote community unity among all members of our institution of higher education.

• Contact information for three professional references (name, title, address, phone number, email address). Applicants will be notified before references are contacted.

For questions related to application submission, please contact Dr. Michael Mobley, Academic Dean, Graduate School of Counseling and Social Work at (978) 837-3515 or via email at Mobleym@merrimack.edu.

Application Deadline: 05/30/2026

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Compensation:

The expected 9-month base salary range (paid over 12 months) for the Assistant Professor of Practice position is $78,000-$90,000. The actual pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, candidate qualifications and prior experience, scope of responsibilities, internal equity, and market considerations.

Work Location:

This is an on-campus position. There will be opportunities for teaching online and on-campus beginning Fall 2026.

About the Graduate School of Counseling and Social Work

The Graduate School of Counseling and Social Work is the first graduate school in Merrimack College’s history. The Graduate School offers master’s programs in clinical mental health counseling, social work, and school counseling. Designed to prepare distinguished and accomplished professionals, our programs equip graduates with the skills and mindset to not only create change but to positively impact the communities they serve. Our programs blend hands-on, community-based learning with strong academics, creating an environment where students can truly thrive. Rooted in our Augustinian values, we’re committed to fostering a sense of ethics and a drive to challenge injustice in pursuit of liberty and fairness for all. Our graduates of the Graduate School of Counseling and Social Work leave Merrimack ready to make a real impact and help create a more just and compassionate world.

Statement on Our Mission

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue.

Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission. All candidates should describe in their application how they will foster a culture that supports our mission.

About Merrimack College

The only Catholic, Augustinian institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than 4,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students from 46 states and 45 countries. The College features more than 160 career-focused academic programs in science, engineering, business, nursing, health sciences, education, social sciences and humanities across undergraduate, professional and graduate programs, all taught by exceptional faculty who are passionate about their subject and student success. The College has six schools: arts and sciences, engineering and computational sciences, nursing and health sciences, education and social policy, the Girard school of business, and the Graduate School of counseling and social work. The College’s suburban 220-acre campus is just north of Boston in North Andover, Massachusetts. Merrimack is a Professions-focused, Undergraduate/Graduate-Master’s Large/Medium institution in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Merrimack is one of the fastest-growing educational institutions in the country and has steadily climbed up in the U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of Best Colleges, ranking 37th in the Regional Universities North category in 2025. Merrimack is a NCAA Division I athletic institution.

Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.