Assistant Professor-social Work

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Base: $57,000 + up commensurate with education + e...
Teaching social work courses
Conducting scholarly research
Student advisement and support
The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is committed to providing transformative, hands-on learning experiences for students of all backgrounds and aspirations

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is committed to providing transformative, hands-on learning experiences for students of all backgrounds and aspirations.
  • This full-time faculty position involves teaching, research, student advising, and service within the Social Work Department over a 9-month academic year.
  • The university offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health insurance contributions, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith is committed to providing transformative, hands-on learning experiences for students of all backgrounds and aspirations.

Salary

Base: $57,000 and up commensurate with education and experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Teaching social work courses
  • Conducting scholarly research
  • Student advisement and support
  • Use of technology in classroom
  • Curriculum development and design
  • Participation in faculty meetings

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with online course modules
  • Prior faculty teaching experience
  • Professional development involvement
  • Ability to teach diverse learning styles
  • Teamwork and leadership skills

Key Requirements

  • Master’s degree in social work from CSWE accredited program
  • Minimum two years post-MSW professional practice experience
  • Knowledge of CSWE standards
  • Ability to teach generalist social work practice
  • Criminal background and MVR checks required

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States required

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