Assistant Professor, Social Work

Assistant Professor, Social Work Job Locations US-NY-New York

ID 2025-12596

College TUNY - Graduate School of Social Work Position Type Full-Time Schedule Shift Varies Hours Per Week 36.5 Travel As needed Category Faculty/Academic FLSA Status Exempt Location : Country US Overview The Touro University Graduate School of Social work is seeking candidates for a full-time (10-month appointment) Assistant Professor in Social Work, with experience in delivering distance education in an asynchronous and synchronous format. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of and experience working in the Observant Jewish communities. Experience should include curriculum development, education best practices, instruction/teaching in asynchronous courses, student advising, mentoring and supporting adjunct faculty and colleagues, ability to engage students in the online environment both in and out of the classroom. A typical workday will entail teaching, advising, and meetings. Faculty carry a 21-credit workload per academic year and are expected to teach, advise students, and engage in scholarship. Faculty participate in MSW program activities as needed (orientation, community days, committee meetings, and curriculum development), and will also contribute on departmental and university-wide committees. About the TUGSSW: The mission of the Touro University Graduate School of Social Work is to educate graduates for clinical social work practice in an urban, and multicultural environment. This is consistent with the general mission of Touro University, which is to provide professional education for the benefit of the individual and society. This general mission is an expression of the Jewish religious tenet of Tikkun Olam, the striving to make the world a better place for all people. In accordance with traditional social work values, the Graduate School of Social Work is committed to providing accessible and affordable quality education to all. The MSW program's educational purpose is to prepare self-reflective professionals who can meet the complex needs of a multitude of populations. The school's curriculum is informed by the person-in-environment, ecological and strengths-based perspectives. The school provides students with a social work education that offers a theoretical and evidence-based foundation in generalist social work, as well as advanced knowledge and skills for effective clinical social work. This education prepares graduates for leadership roles in clinical social work practice with varied populations in the contemporary service delivery environment. Responsibilities Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Teaching asynchronous/synchronous and in person courses according to workload assignments Service to the Department, University, and Community Research/Scholarship, including publication, social work academic conferences, & funded research Academic advising for students in distance education Participate in standing and ad-hoc committees Participate in program events, such as orientation and graduation Build, strengthen, and support community relations Highly engaged and responsive during stipulated work hours Qualifications Education/Experience Applicants must have a Master of Social Work degree and a doctorate in a related field of study; a Ph.D. in Social Work or a DSW degree is preferred. A minimum of 5 years of teaching experience required Some social work higher education administrative experience preferred Instructional course design experience preferred Student advising experience preferred, but not required Experience with clinical simulation technology and artificial intelligence experience a plus Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Ability to create a respectful classroom environment and attend to cultural sensitivities, particularly with observant Jewish students. Experience with Canvas and electronic learning management systems Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, & Zoom Certifications/Licensures Social work licensure required Travel As needed. Working Conditions Extensive use of computers Extensive time sitting Maximum Salary USD $90,000.00/Yr. Minimum Salary USD $72,000.00/Yr. Benefits Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes: Full range of Health Plans Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan Dependent Care and Transit Programs Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance Short-term and Long-term disability programs Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment) Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children Employee Assistance Program Early-Release Fridays (upon approval) Generous Paid Time Off Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday Annual Holiday Schedule Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. 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