Assistant or Associate Professor of Social Work at Freed-Hardeman University

Henderson, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teaching, Scholarly Research, Student Recruitment, Student Evaluation, Office Hours, Committee Work, Collaboration, Communication, Integrity, Servant Leadership, Social Work Practice, Licensure, Higher Education Experience, Scholarship, Curricular Objectives, Community Engagement

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Description The Behavioral Sciences Department at Freed-Hardeman University and the Social Work Program invite applications for a full-time, tenure track position at the assistant/associate level in the Department of Behavioral Sciences beginning in August 2026. As a core faculty member, the assistant/associate professor in this position is responsible for teaching courses within the Social Work program, engaging in scholarly activity, and conducting committee work as assigned. Requirements Teaches courses within the Behavioral Sciences and the Social Work program with a total load of twenty-seven hours per academic year (approximately 7 courses per year). Participates in student recruitment activities and assignments. Evaluates student achievement of curricular objectives/outcomes related to social work knowledge and practice. Maintains a minimum of 10 office hours per week for student availability. Engages in scholarly research or other creative achievement activities. Serves on university committees as assigned. Implements collaborative decision-making and confidentiality within relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility. Conducts servant leadership in the community. Abides by all University policies governing behavior and in fulfillment of job requirements. Active member in good standing of the church of Christ. Applicants are required to hold an earned master’s degree in social work, a doctorate in social work or closely related field is preferred. At least two years of experience in direct social work practice. State licensure in social work is strongly preferred. Experience in teaching at the collegiate level is strongly preferred. Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with other faculty, staff members, and students. Excellent verbal, written, and electronic communication skills. Evidence of prior scholarship of discovery, integration, application, and/or teaching and learning is preferred. Commitment to ongoing scholarship is required.

Responsibilities

The assistant/associate professor is responsible for teaching courses within the Social Work program, engaging in scholarly activity, and conducting committee work as assigned. They will also participate in student recruitment activities and evaluate student achievement related to social work knowledge and practice.