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SalaryJob no: 495980
Work type: Faculty - Temporary & Continuing
Location: Multiple Locations
Categories: Faculty
Work type: Faculty - Temporary & Continuing
Location: Multiple Locations
Categories: Faculty
Position Title:
Assistant Professor of Social Work
Location:
Multiple Locations
Department:
33601 - Social Work
Advertised Salary:
$67,000 to $70,000 Salary commensurate with education, experiences and other requirements. Comprehensive benefit package (health care, vacation, etc.)
FLSA:
Exempt
Temporary/Continuing:
Continuing
Part-Time/Full-Time:
Full-Time
Union Group:
Ferris Faculty Association (MEA-NEA)
Term of Position:
9 Month
At Will/Just Cause:
Just Cause
Summary of Position:
The Ferris State University Social Work Department in Big Rapids Michigan invites applications for a tenure-track position. Teaching, primarily in person with online as needed, primarily in the BSW program with some MSW opportunities, and primarily in Big Rapids with some opportunity to teach in Traverse City or other sites, as needed. While supporting and encouraging research, Ferris State University is primarily a teaching university.
While supporting and encouraging research, Ferris State University is primarily a teaching university. We encourage applicants with substantial clinical experience who are interested in teaching and mentoring our next generation of Social Workers.
The successful candidate must demonstrate excellence in teaching, the ability to work effectively with both faculty colleagues and diverse student populations, and participation in other department/college and University academic activities.
The anticipated start date of this position is August 2024 at the earliest and January 2025 at the latest. However, these are estimated dates and can be revised if needed.
While supporting and encouraging research, Ferris State University is primarily a teaching university. We encourage applicants with substantial clinical experience who are interested in teaching and mentoring our next generation of Social Workers.
The successful candidate must demonstrate excellence in teaching, the ability to work effectively with both faculty colleagues and diverse student populations, and participation in other department/college and University academic activities.
The anticipated start date of this position is August 2024 at the earliest and January 2025 at the latest. However, these are estimated dates and can be revised if needed.
Position Type:
Faculty - Temporary & Continuing
Required Education:
Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE accredited institution.
Required Work Experience:
Two years of post-MSW clinical practice experience in the field.
Candidate must demonstrate potential for higher education teaching excellence and the ability to work effectively with both the faculty and students.
Candidate must demonstrate potential for higher education teaching excellence and the ability to work effectively with both the faculty and students.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Candidate must have/or be eligible and apply for a Michigan Social Work License upon hire.
Physical Demands:
- Office Environment
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:
Two years of successful higher education teaching experience (6+ credits/semester in an academic year)
Doctoral degree in Social Work or closely related field.
Academic leadership and accreditation experience.
Evidence of a strong clinical background, i.e. expertise in mental health, child welfare, school Social Work, gerontology and/or trauma informed practice.
Evidence of ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
Doctoral degree in Social Work or closely related field.
Academic leadership and accreditation experience.
Evidence of a strong clinical background, i.e. expertise in mental health, child welfare, school Social Work, gerontology and/or trauma informed practice.
Evidence of ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:
Skills and Abilities:
Required Documents:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Unofficial Transcript 1
- Teaching Philosophy
Optional Documents:
Unofficial Transcript 2
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcripts of appropriate degree(s). Transcripts must include institution name, applicant name, date, degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.
Applicants must attach a teaching philosophy.
Applicants must attach a teaching philosophy.
Initial Application Review Date:
03/25/2024
Open Until Position is Filled?:
Yes
Posting Close Date:
EEO Statement:
Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.
Advertised: 23 Feb 2024 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:
