Assistant Professor - Social Work
About the Role
The Department of Social Work at the College of Staten Island (CSI) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2026. We seek applicants specializing in disability studies and social work, with a focus on social constructionist frameworks, anti-ableist paradigms, and social justice approaches. Candidates with expertise in psychiatric disabilities, disability justice, and critical social work approaches are especially encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Teach courses in area(s) of expertise
- Conduct research and publish scholarly work
- Assist in coordinating the undergraduate and graduate direct practice/clinical sequence
- Contribute to curriculum development
- Provide academic advisement to students
- Serve on departmental and college committees
- Engage in service activities that contribute to the diversity and inclusivity of the academic community
Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Social Work or a closely related field (ABD applicants considered, but degree must be conferred by Fall 2027)
- MSW from a CSWE-accredited program
- Three years of post-MSW social work practice experience
- Clinical Social Work license in NY or immediate eligibility for NY LCSW
Preferred Qualifications
- Current research in psychiatric disabilities and social work
- History of, or strong potential for, publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Potential for external support for scholarship
Pay
$82,384 - $89,777
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Pension and retirement benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Savings programs
- Mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication
Campus Specific Information
The College of Staten Island (CSI), a City University of New York (CUNY) senior college, serves approximately 14,000 students across a broad range of academic programs. CSI awards associate's, bachelor's, master's, and clinical doctoral degrees, as well as PhDs in collaboration with the CUNY Graduate Center. The Social Work Department, housed within the School of Education and Social Work, boasts a diverse faculty with research interests in disability studies, mental health, feminist theory, and more.
Location: College of Staten Island
Job Type: Full-Time