Assistant/Associate Professor, MSW Program

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The College of Health and Human Services at Xavier University invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track position in the Department of Social Work beginning Fall 2027. This tenure-track teaching position will be primarily assigned to the MSW Program currently in pre-candidacy. Xavier University seeks experienced, innovative, and highly motivated candidates for a full-time, open-rank, tenure track faculty.

Responsibilities include teaching at the BSW and MSW levels, curriculum and program development, pursuing grant opportunities, academic student advising, participating in department/college/university/community service, and developing a scholarly agenda.The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong commitment to student-centered pedagogy, social justice, and engaged learning and have distance teaching and course development experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree. While a doctoral degree in social work is preferred, related doctoral degrees will also be considered;
• A master’s social work degree from a CSWE-accredited program (or a CASWE-accredited degree recognized through an MOU with CSWE, or an ISWDRES-evaluated degree);
• Excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to working as part of a collaborative team;
• Passion for exciting and motivating students from diverse backgrounds;
• Contribution to a campus climate that supports equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Desirable Qualifications:

• At least two (2) years of post-master’s social work degree practice experience in social work;
• Previous full-time experience with instruction in social work education;
• Ability to teach across the curriculum, particularly policy and research courses;
• Experience with CSWE accreditation standards and processes.

• Demonstrated experience with program and curriculum development and management.

• Experience with online teaching and/or distance education program.
• Record of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.

Position:

Nine-month faculty contract with summer teaching opportunities.

Salary/Rank:

Assistant/Associate professor with salary commensurate to qualifications and experience.

Teaching Load:

The teaching expectation is 18 credit hours annually for this tenure-track faculty position when a faculty member meets the College's active scholarship standards

The Department of Social Work is part of the College of Health and Human Sciences. CHHS is a leader in experiential learning: 100% of our undergraduate and graduate programs require hands-on learning through field placements, internships, research experiences, and clinical opportunities. In the College of Health and Human Sciences, our commitment to exceptional teaching and mentoring drives us. We focus on scholarship and service in a variety of fields that make a direct and meaningful impact on others. We intentionally strive to create a learning experience that supports all students, incorporates a broad range of perspectives, and fosters an environment of belonging. In alignment with Xavier's Jesuit Catholic mission and Statement of Purpose to "form students who change the world for the better," we are united across our diverse areas by the shared mission of changing human lives for the better.

Many of our College programs, including Social Work, are part of Xavier Health, the University's integrated health initiative connecting a broad portfolio of programs and creating opportunities for collaboration across disciplines. Xavier Health offers more than 15 undergraduate and 12 graduate pathways, more than 500 community partnership sites, and connections across disciplines that contribute to health and human well-being. Xavier Health prepares servant-leaders through real-world experiences and Jesuit Catholic formation that puts the whole person at the center of care.

Xavier University is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts. Guided by our mission and values, we welcome and support members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. We unreservedly commit to open and free inquiry, deliberately seek out multiple perspectives, and create a campus where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Our campus is located in the vibrant and thriving city of Cincinnati, which has an array of neighborhoods and activities to suit many interests.

Application:

For preferred consideration for this position, applications should be received no later than November 13, 2026. Submit letter of application, CV, and name, address and phone number of three references on Xavier University’s website. Letters of application should describe the applicant’s qualifications, teaching philosophy, and research agenda. Questions may be directed to Jaylene Schaefer, the search committee chair, at [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until the position closes at the University’s discretion.

Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits - applies only to full-time positions:

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class:

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.

• Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.

• Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.

• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave and holidays.

• Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.