Assistant Professor for Online MSW Program

Job Summary

Fairleigh Dickinson University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor within the Online Master of Social Work program. The MSW program prepares students to be future leaders in the field that have a positive impact on social and economic justice, human rights and quality of life for diverse populations. The online MSW curriculum combines didactic and competency-based learning delivered in an asynchronous format. FDU MSW's advanced generalist specialization provides the theoretical and practical base necessary for social workers to work effectively across systems with populations navigating complex challenges. The program promotes active participation of faculty, staff and students in practice, service, advocacy, and interprofessional collaboration.

Faculty members are expected to support the MSW program vision through teaching in the professional MSW curriculum online, developing a research agenda within their discipline and providing service to the department, the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, and University at large. This position will report to the Program Director of the Social Work program and will be eligible for tenure. This position requires the ability to have an in-person presence on campus, as needed by the department.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES

1. Responsible for the delivery of multiple online courses each semester
2. Prepare the syllabi and learning objectives for all courses
3. Contribute to course development and revisions (as needed)
4. Provide advisement to students entering and progressing through the MSW program
5. Hold regular virtual office hours