Assistant/Associate Professor of Social Work

About the Role

The Assistant/Associate Professor of Social Work will be a scholar-practitioner responsible for providing high-quality instruction, mentorship, and curriculum development within the BSW, MSW, and DSW programs. This role requires a commitment to advancing the program’s trauma-informed, justice-centered mission through applied scholarship, university service, and the preparation of future social work practitioners and leaders.

Responsibilities

• Pedagogical Excellence & Curriculum Development: Deliver high-quality instruction in BSW, MSW, and DSW Programs utilizing trauma-informed and neuroresponsive frameworks. Design course syllabi, develop innovative online and in-person learning modules, and ensure curriculum alignment with CSWE Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS).
• Applied Scholarship and Research: Maintain an active agenda of research or applied scholarship that contributes to the advancement of social work practice, organizational leadership, or social work education. Associate-level candidates are expected to demonstrate a sustained record of peer-reviewed publications, grant-funded projects, or significant contributions to the field's body of knowledge.
• Doctoral Mentorship & Capstone Advising: Provide rigorous academic advisement and mentorship to DSW students, specifically serving as a Chair or Committee Member for DSW Capstone projects. Guide students through systematic inquiry, data analysis, and the translation of research into practice-based solutions.
• Undergraduate or Graduate Advising and Mentorship: Provide academic advisement and mentorship to BSW and/or MSW students, including academic support, career exploration, and professional development. Facilitate student success through course planning, registration, policy exceptions, and performance tracking. Serve as the first point of contact for classroom or practicum performance issues.
• Professional and University Service: Contribute to the governance and growth of the University and Social Work program through active participation in faculty committees, accreditation self-studies, and program assessment. At the Associate level, take on leadership roles within committees or professional organizations (e.g., CSWE, NASW, BPD).
• Community Engagement and Advocacy: Foster and maintain collaborative partnerships with local and global community agencies to support student practicums, collaborative research, and advocacy efforts. Integrate anti-oppressive and justice-centered solutions into community-based projects to elevate human dignity and empower marginalized populations.
• Professional Development and Licensure Maintenance: Maintain professional social work licensure (e.g., LCSW) and stay current with emerging trends in clinical practice, social policy, and neuro-responsive interventions to ensure teaching and scholarship remain grounded in current practice realities.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Doctorate in Social Work (PhD or DSW) preferred.
• 3–5 years of post-doctoral teaching experience in higher education.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-MSW direct practice experience.
• Demonstrated competence in troubleshooting minor technical issues for instructional delivery in both in-person and online settings.
• Advanced communication skills in written and oral formats, including scholarly writing, teaching, presentations, and professional correspondence.

Schedule

This is a 9-month position.

Location: 11300 NE 2nd Ave, Miami Shores, FL 33161, USA