Assistant Professor

Posting Information

Posting Information

Position Title

Assistant Professor

Job Posting Number

202324TTL

Job Location

San Marcos

Department

School of Social Work

Position Description

The School of Social Work at Texas State University invites applications for two full-time nine month faculty positions at the rank of assistant professor. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate social work students on campus and online; developing new courses; conducting research, with the expectation of obtaining external funding and publishing in top tier journals; involving students in research; and participating in appropriate service activities. Collectively, this position includes teaching, scholarship, and professional service. All positions are subject to availability of funds.

Required Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. in social work or related field.
• A CSWE -accredited master’s social work degree with a minimum of two years of post- MSW professional practice experience.
• Experience conducting research related to one or more social work issues.
• Experience teaching at the university level.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice, diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate and undergraduate student mentoring.
• Teaching and/or research awards.
• Experience teaching at the university level, both on campus and online.
• Professional and/or post-doctoral experience in social work or related field research.
• Evidence of recent publication in indexed and peer-reviewed journals.
• Evidence of grant writing experience.
• Evidence of external funding.

Application Procedures

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered, https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/39964 .


To ensure full consideration, please submit the following by November 15, 2022 : a current vita, cover letter that specifically addresses the qualifications and responsibilities noted in this posting, diversity statement, unofficial transcripts, and three letters of reference.

Selected candidates for interview will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree-granting universities.

Proposed Start Date

Fall 2023

Posting Date

09/23/2022

Evaluation of Applications Begins

Full Consideration Date:

11/15/2022

Close Date

Open Until Filled?

Yes

EEO/AA Statement

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Faculty and Academic Resources for assistance at FacHiringFR@txstate.edu . A representative from Faculty and Academic Resources will respond to you as soon as is possible.

Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.

Tobacco-Free Campus

Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.
Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.

Quick Link
https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/39964
Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. Diversity Statement
4. Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
5. Letter of Recommendation #1
6. Letter of Recommendation #2
7. Letter of Recommendation #3

Optional Documents

1. Licensure
2. Certifications
3. DD 214/DD1300
4. Veteran's Preference

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a Ph.D. in social work or related field or ABD with anticipated completion prior to start date?
   • Yes, I have a Ph.D. in social work or related field.
   • Yes, ABD with anticipated completion prior to start date.
   • No.
2. * Official transcripts are required for all degrees that provide evidence of a faculty member's credentials and qualifications. Foreign/International transcripts for all degrees must undergo a credentialing evaluation for U.S. equivalency by an organization that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). If selected for hire, I will provide official transcripts and/or evaluations for all degrees earned.
   • Yes
   • No
3. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
   • InsightintoDiversity.com
   • Texas Workforce Commission-Work in Texas
   • Colleague, friend, and/or personal referral
   • Other (Please Specify in follow up question below)
4. * Please Specify: (enter 'NA' if not applicable)
   
   (Open Ended Question)