Assistant Professor of Social Work

About the role

The Alvernia University's College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences invites applications for a full-time Social Work Faculty position starting August 17, 2026.

Required Qualifications

• Holds MSW from an accredited program
• Doctorate in social work or related field
• Demonstrates excellence in online teaching using multiple pedagogical approaches
• Has a defined area of scholarly interest
• Two years post MSW clinical experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in excellent online pedagogy and advising
• Commitment to the mission and strategic objectives of the university
• Willingness to embrace continued professional growth

Benefits

• Robust Health Coverage
• Financial Security (University-paid life/AD&D insurance, long-term disability, short-term disability, and supplemental coverage)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Exceptional Retirement (100% immediate vesting, University gift contribution, and generous match)
• Time Off (20 paid holidays, including 5 floating holidays)
• Tuition Remission Benefits
• On-Campus Wellness (Medical & Counseling Center)
• Employee Meal Plan

Contact Information

To apply, candidates should send a letter of application with: current curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy statement, research statement, and three letters of recommendation. Review of applications will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled.