Assistant Professor, School of Social Work

Rank: Assistant Professor

Tenture Information: Tenure Track

Department Summary:

The School of Social Work at Bridgewater State University (BSU), located in Southeastern MA, invites applications for two full-time, tenure-track teaching positions at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning September 2026. The School of Social Work offers BSW and MSW programs, accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The community includes 550 students, 16 faculty members, four practicum specialists and an associate dean. Thirty percent of MSW students and 40% of BSW students are students of color. Faculty of color represent 40% of the total social work faculty.

Bridgewater State University is an inclusive community dedicated to the lifelong success of all students; focused on the continuous improvement of its people; and is responsible for leading innovation that benefits Southeastern Massachusetts, the commonwealth, and the world. Bridgewater’s accessible environment of teaching and learning stimulates critical thinking and the pursuit of new knowledge and deeper understanding. The teaching and learning environment at Bridgewater also cultivates meaningful and diverse interpersonal relationships and fosters an appreciation for global engagement aimed at transforming lives and improving the human condition.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is reflected in our institutional values, which ensure that all students are supported and succeed.

Essential Duties:

Candidates for these positions will be passionate teachers committed to academic excellence, and student success, informed by equity-minded practices and a social justice lens. Primary faculty responsibilities, including teaching and student advising will be assigned across the MSW and BSW programs, based on the needs of the School of Social Work. Some courses in the programs are offered evenings and Saturdays and, as of fall 2025, some are offered hybrid. Faculty responsibilities also include student advising, curriculum/program development, assessment, and service on school, college, and university-wide committees.

We welcome candidates experienced with various delivery models (online, hybrid, hyflex) to complement on-campus teaching. We welcome faculty innovation in teaching. Bridgewater State University offers excellent faculty development for teaching and support to faculty research.

Required Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in social work or a closely related field completed and awarded by September 1, 2026
• A commitment to inclusion, accessibility and community engagement.
• Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program and at least two years of post-MSW practice experience

We encourage candidates that have experience in or commitment to student development through teaching, advising, mentoring and other student support activities that align with Our Commitment to Equity and Values to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

(Not specified in detail)

Special Conditions for Eligibility:

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

Posting Number: F00573P

Open Date: 07/31/2025

Close Date: 11/09/2025

Open Until Filled: No