Lecturer or Assistant Professor of Social Work

Job Title

Lecturer or Assistant Professor of Social Work

Agency

Texas A&M University - Texarkana

Department

CNHHS - Human Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Texarkana, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Texas A&M University - Texarkana has launched the Better East Texas initiative, an educational campaign to address the needs of this historically underserved region. To support this initiative, we are inviting applications for a Lecturer or Assistant Professor of Social Work. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing academic program intended to provide a positive impact on East Texas. With funding from the 86th Texas Legislature, Texas A&M University-Texarkana is hoping to attract excellent faculty who will contribute to the best possible future for our service region.  

Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.

Salary information: The expected salary range for this position is $55,000.00- $68,000.00 annually.

Location:  Texarkana, TX. This will be a full-time face-to-face/hybrid position, and the selected candidate will be required to be on the Texas A&M University-Texarkana campus.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching in the BSW and MSW social work programs. Teach in generalist and clinical social work classes as needed; assist with curriculum design in alignment with Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) 2022; and employ a student-centered pedagogy.
• Advise social work majors and contribute in other ways to the social work program.
• Work collaboratively with faculty across disciplines.
• Serve on division, college, and university committees.
• Conduct and publish field specific research to enhance the general body of knowledge in social work. Collaborative research with undergraduate and graduate students is encouraged (Assistant Professor rank only). 
• Present research findings and other academic papers at national or professional conferences. 
• Support and participate in social work community activities and professional organizations to develop professional partnerships and meet the institution's strategic goals. 
• Cultivate and develop working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members. 
• Lecturer of Social Work (non-tenure track) teaching assignment: 15 SCH undergraduate and/or graduate courses each semester in the classroom and/or online
• Assistant Professor of Social Work (tenure track) teaching assignment: 12 SCH undergraduate and graduate courses each semester in the classroom and/or online

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Minimum Qualifications – Lecturer (non-tenure track) and Assistant Professor Rank (tenure track)

• Earned MSW from a CSWE-accredited institution
• At least two years of post-master’s social work practice experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, and database capabilities
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively with all segments of the student population

Minimum Qualifications – Assistant Professor (tenure-track) Rank Only

• Earned DSW or Ph.D. in social work, social welfare, or closely related field
• Evidence of scholarship and research agenda

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates that are licensed, or license-eligible, as a social worker in Texas and/or Arkansas
• Record of teaching excellence in social work or related field
• Demonstrated experience in program and curricular development
• Clinical experience working with children, trauma, or addictions
• Proficiency in online and hybrid teaching methods

Other Requirements

• Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

This position generally does not supervise