Assistant Professor in Social work

Bluffton University invites applications for an assistant professor in social work.

QUALIFICATIONS: MSW degree from an accredited social work program and minimum of two years of practice experience is required.  Ph.D. or ABD preferred. Should have or be eligible for Ohio’s practice license at Licensed Independent Social Worker level.  Demonstrate effective teaching skills and experience. Doctorate required for tenure-track.

RESPONBITILITIES: Teach a range of social work classes such as Introduction to Social Work, Interviewing Skills & Theory, Micro and Mezzo-practice.  Coordinate field work including site visits with students during their field placements. Participate in regular department activities.

APPOINTMENT: Fall Semester 2023

DEADLINE: Review of applications begins on December 5, 2022, and continues until position is filled.

APPLICATION MATERIALS: Applications are considered complete when the following materials have been received at the office indicated below. See https://www.bluffton.edu/employment for additional information.

• Letter of interest, resume or vita, three letters of reference submitted directly from referees, copies of transcripts, supplementary application.

CONTACT: Elaine Suderman, Assistant to the Dean, sudermane@bluffton.edu

Employment decisions are based on merit and university needs, and not on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other status protected by law. As a religious institution, Bluffton University expressly reserves its rights to appoint faculty and staff who share a commitment to the Christian faith which is consistent with the Mennonite/Anabaptist beliefs of the university’s founding and supporting church. EOE.