Position Title:

Assistant Professor, MSW Program

Department/School:

Social Work & Sociology, School Social & Behavioral Sciences

Salary/Pay Rate:

$75,000 - $80,000

Job Summary:

The Social Work & Sociology department in the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor of Social Work to serve both our on-ground BSW program and our online MSW program. While the majority of course assignments will be in the MSW program, at least one course each semester will be in the undergraduate BSW program. This tenure track position will begin in the fall of 2026.

Our new online MSW program opened successfully in June 2025 to robust enrollment. We are under review by CSWE and have completed Benchmark 2 and are awaiting results from the Board of Accreditation (BOA) at CSWE in March 2026 with the confidence that we are moving forward with the final phase of the accreditation cycle—Benchmark 3.

The MSW online program requires faculty to work intentionally to provide interactive course content that includes providing weekly recorded lectures, and engaging content that promotes critical thinking, active learning, and academic rigor.

We seek dynamic faculty who model the knowledge, skills, and values necessary for ethical practice. The MSW is a new program, and the BSW program has been accredited for more than 20 years. We welcome colleagues interested in working with us to create best practices for training our students. The applicant is expected to work with all team members to support our ongoing review by CSWE as we seek accreditation for the MSW program.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in Social Work or Sociology, or DSW, by fall of 2027
• MSW from a CSWE accredited institution
• Prior experience teaching online at the BSW and/or MSW level, with a strong commitment to student-centered, inclusive practicum education.

Essential Functions:

• Provide high quality online course experiences by creating comprehensive and rich Learning Management Sites; Marist uses Brightspace Learning Management System.
• Serve as an academic and professional advisor to graduate students
• Be accessible to students via online office hours
• Participate in department meetings for both the BSW and MSW programs
• Collaborate with faculty and administration to support student recruitment and retention efforts
• Ensure compliance with CSWE accreditation, assessment, and reporting requirements
• Engage in scholarship/professional development

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in instructional technology and digital tools, including learning management systems (Brightspace).
• Capacity and passion for promoting active learning within an asynchronous learning platform (i.e. recorded lectures).
• Ability to function in a highly engaged team environment where everyone has a role in building a high quality learning environment for all MSW students.

Required Application Documents:

Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional References 

Benefits:

The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Unlimited paid sick time.
• 14+ paid holidays per year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
• Life insurance.
• Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan:
  • First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
  • University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
  • Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
  • Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
• 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
• Tuition Benefits:
  • Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
  • University pays 100% tuition only.
  • Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.

*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.

About the Department/School:

The Social Work & Sociology department is one of four departments in the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences. The other departments are psychology, crime and justice studies, and teacher education. The School also has graduate programs as follows: MA School Psychology; MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling; Masters of Arts in Teaching; MS in Education, Contemporary Curriculum and Instruction and Masters in Social Work.

The Social Work & Sociology Department and the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences are committed to advancing an inclusive learning environment. The School has taken leadership with several social justice initiatives, including Creating an Inclusive Community dialogues, the Marist Center for Social Justice Research, and a Social Justice minor.

About Marist University:

Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others. To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about 

Type of Position:

Full-time

Classification:

Faculty (Full-Time)

Work Schedule:

Flexible, course schedule varies each semester

Location:

Marist University Main Campus

Number of Position Openings:

1

Equal Employment Statement:

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