Assistant Lecturer or Assistant Professor of Practice
- Employer
- Ball State University
- Location
- Indiana, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Jun 2, 2023
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Education, Other Education, Professional Fields, Social Work & Human Services, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Other Social & Behavioral Sciences, Psychology, Sociology
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana. Learn More
Position Title
Assistant Lecturer or Assistant Professor of Practice
About this Opportunity
Applications are invited for a full-time, non-tenure line appointment in the Department of Social Work available fall semester 2023. Successful candidates will have the ability to teach across the undergraduate and graduate curriculum. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in teaching any of the following areas: social work practice, addictions and mental health, diversity, theory, social welfare policy, practice and program evaluation, field practicum, or other areas based on practice expertise. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to the NASW Code of Ethics and communicate specific ways they will teach these standards to undergraduate and/or graduate students. Candidates should have strong teaching and practice skills to develop instructional activities, facilitate classroom discussion, and provide generalist, clinical or macro practice supervision. Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusive excellence.
We seek faculty candidates to teach four social work courses in both the fall and spring semesters, provide practicum supervision to students through classroom seminars and field work, and actively contribute to the intellectual and professional life of the Department of Social Work, College of Health, Ball State University, and the social work community at the local and state levels. Candidates for appointment as an Assistant Lecturer of Practice should have an earned Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE -accredited program and at least two years post- MSW practice experience. To be appointed as an Assistant Professor of Practice, candidates should hold an earned doctorate (e.g., PhD, DSW, EdD, PsyD, DrPH) and have at least two years post- MSW practice experience.
Lifelong learning at Ball State University extends educational engagement beyond the classroom and includes learning for professional development, personal enrichment, or other goals throughout one’s lifetime. Faculty will be expected to participate in the department’s, college’s, and university’s lifelong learning opportunities when available and may be assigned teaching responsibility in this area as part of their overall responsibilities.
We seek candidates who will connect with students of diverse backgrounds and contribute to a campus climate that supports equity, diversity, and inclusion. At Ball State, inclusiveness is one of our enduring values. Applicants should familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to identify how you might contribute to these efforts. Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with credentials and experience. The position will begin August 21, 2023.
Ball State University and Our Pledge for the Future
Destination 2040: Our Flight Path establishes Ball State University’s ambitious goals for our second century:
• We pledge to provide a premier educational experience for every student.
• We pledge to partner with the community to improve the lives of our neighbors.
• We are dedicated to having a lifelong presence in the lives of our alumni.
And when we complement these promises with our commitment to our enduring values , we define that which makes our University and its culture distinctive.
Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive, and adaptive, both within and beyond one’s home unit. These attributes include commitments to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning practices.
Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an environment that prioritizes inclusive excellence. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives.
Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite you to be part of our community.
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
Our Statement on Inclusiveness
At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.
Benefits and Community
Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
Ball State Faculty Opportunities
Live Near Your Work - If you are considering living near the Ball State area, please visit the following link to learn more about relocation and living in east central Indiana:
https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work
There's more to discover IN Indiana! Visit the following link to learn more:
IN Indiana
Appointment Type
Non-Tenure-track/Contract
Length of Appointment
FT Academic Year
Description
Applications are invited for a full-time, non-tenure line appointment in the Department of Social Work available Fall semester 2023.
Successful candidates will have the ability to teach across the undergraduate and graduate curriculum. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in teaching any of the following areas: social work practice, addictions and mental health, diversity, theory, social welfare policy, practice and program evaluation, field practicum, or other areas based on practice expertise.
Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to the NASW Code of Ethics and communicate specific ways they will teach these standards to undergraduate and/or graduate students. Candidates should have strong teaching and practice skills to develop instructional activities, facilitate classroom discussion, and provide generalist, clinical or macro practice supervision.
Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusive excellence.
Minimum Qualifications
For Assistant Lecturer:
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
A. Advanced license in social work and/or addictions ( LSW, LCSW, or LCAC )
B. Three (3) or more years of post- MSW practice experience
C. Two (2) or more years of teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level
D. Expertise in interprofoessional education and practice ( IPE &P)
G. History of profoessional service (e.g., non-profit board membership, membership
in professional organizations, etc.)
H. Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence
Required Certifications/Licensures
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Department
Social Work:900040
College/Department Information
The DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WORK In our programs , students will discover more about themselves as they work to improve the quality of life for others; to advocate for social, economic, and environmental justice for vulnerable populations; and to acquire the skills, knowledge, and values to work with diverse people. With more than 300 students in our undergraduate major, we are the oldest accredited undergraduate social work program in the state. We also have a rapidly growing MSW program with over 100 students from across the globe. The department houses a gerontology minor and recently launched an online BSW program and an MSW program at the Ball State Indy campus.
THE COLLEGE OF HEALTH A vital health resource for Indiana in preparing health professionals, the College of Health is moving boldly forward in making interprofessional education, practice and research its paradigm across its disciplines. The College offers 32 academic programs in 7 units: Departments of Counseling Psychology, Social Psychology, and Counseling; Military Science; Nutrition and Health Science; Speech Pathology and Audiology; and Social Work plus the Schools of Nursing and Kinesiology. Our 224 faculty and staff serve nearly 3,000 students. We partner with regional communities for immersive learning and research. Our Health Professions Building was opened in 2019 with 165,000 square feet and is LEED Gold certified. Our Interprofessional Community Clinics offers a range of health and mental health services by students supervised by faculty as well as community health education and prevention services through the Healthy Lifestyle Center . Other facilities include the Health and Physical Activity (HP) complex, Ball Gymnasium, and Lewellen Aquatic Center. Our faculty and students contribute to the evidence base for their respective disciplines. Our research footprint features research institutes, including the Center for Peace and Conflict Studies and Human Performance Lab . We are committed to inclusive excellence in all we do and intend to contribute to an increasingly diverse health professional workforce to help decrease health care disparities.
Department Email or Phone Number
socialwork@bsu.edu
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
202301109F
Number of Vacancies
2
Desired Start Date
08/21/2023
Position End Date
Posting Date
06/02/2023
Applications Accepted Through Date
06/16/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Click here: ___________ to apply for this position. Submit a letter of application, teaching philosophy, detailed CV, and copy of official transcripts of all graduate work. Include a separate statement about your vision for inclusive excellence. Submit a list of 3-5 references; we will not contact them without notifying you. Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled. For best consideration, submit applications by June 16, 2023. For more information, contact Shannon Staton, Chair of the Search Committee, at sstaton@bsu.edu . Visit bsu.edu/jobs for information on all current job openings at Ball State University.
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter
In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’
Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information
Associate Professor, Shannon Staton, sstaton@bsu.edu
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Position Information
Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana. Learn More
Position Title
Assistant Lecturer or Assistant Professor of Practice
About this Opportunity
Applications are invited for a full-time, non-tenure line appointment in the Department of Social Work available fall semester 2023. Successful candidates will have the ability to teach across the undergraduate and graduate curriculum. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in teaching any of the following areas: social work practice, addictions and mental health, diversity, theory, social welfare policy, practice and program evaluation, field practicum, or other areas based on practice expertise. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to the NASW Code of Ethics and communicate specific ways they will teach these standards to undergraduate and/or graduate students. Candidates should have strong teaching and practice skills to develop instructional activities, facilitate classroom discussion, and provide generalist, clinical or macro practice supervision. Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusive excellence.
We seek faculty candidates to teach four social work courses in both the fall and spring semesters, provide practicum supervision to students through classroom seminars and field work, and actively contribute to the intellectual and professional life of the Department of Social Work, College of Health, Ball State University, and the social work community at the local and state levels. Candidates for appointment as an Assistant Lecturer of Practice should have an earned Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE -accredited program and at least two years post- MSW practice experience. To be appointed as an Assistant Professor of Practice, candidates should hold an earned doctorate (e.g., PhD, DSW, EdD, PsyD, DrPH) and have at least two years post- MSW practice experience.
Lifelong learning at Ball State University extends educational engagement beyond the classroom and includes learning for professional development, personal enrichment, or other goals throughout one’s lifetime. Faculty will be expected to participate in the department’s, college’s, and university’s lifelong learning opportunities when available and may be assigned teaching responsibility in this area as part of their overall responsibilities.
We seek candidates who will connect with students of diverse backgrounds and contribute to a campus climate that supports equity, diversity, and inclusion. At Ball State, inclusiveness is one of our enduring values. Applicants should familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to identify how you might contribute to these efforts. Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with credentials and experience. The position will begin August 21, 2023.
Ball State University and Our Pledge for the Future
Destination 2040: Our Flight Path establishes Ball State University’s ambitious goals for our second century:
• We pledge to provide a premier educational experience for every student.
• We pledge to partner with the community to improve the lives of our neighbors.
• We are dedicated to having a lifelong presence in the lives of our alumni.
And when we complement these promises with our commitment to our enduring values , we define that which makes our University and its culture distinctive.
Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive, and adaptive, both within and beyond one’s home unit. These attributes include commitments to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning practices.
Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an environment that prioritizes inclusive excellence. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives.
Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite you to be part of our community.
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
Our Statement on Inclusiveness
At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.
Benefits and Community
Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
- Affordable Healthcare
- Retirement
- Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development
Ball State Faculty Opportunities
Live Near Your Work - If you are considering living near the Ball State area, please visit the following link to learn more about relocation and living in east central Indiana:
https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work
There's more to discover IN Indiana! Visit the following link to learn more:
IN Indiana
Appointment Type
Non-Tenure-track/Contract
Length of Appointment
FT Academic Year
Description
Applications are invited for a full-time, non-tenure line appointment in the Department of Social Work available Fall semester 2023.
Successful candidates will have the ability to teach across the undergraduate and graduate curriculum. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in teaching any of the following areas: social work practice, addictions and mental health, diversity, theory, social welfare policy, practice and program evaluation, field practicum, or other areas based on practice expertise.
Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to the NASW Code of Ethics and communicate specific ways they will teach these standards to undergraduate and/or graduate students. Candidates should have strong teaching and practice skills to develop instructional activities, facilitate classroom discussion, and provide generalist, clinical or macro practice supervision.
Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusive excellence.
Minimum Qualifications
For Assistant Lecturer:
- Applicants must hold a masters in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program
- Must have at least two (2) years post- MSW practice experience,
- Must have experience teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level in any of the following areas: social work practice, addictions and mental health, diversity, theory, social welfare policy, practice and program evaluation, field practicum, or other areas based on practice expertise.
- Applicants must hold a doctorate (i.e., PhD, DSW, DrPH, EdD) and
- Must have at least two (2) years post- MSW practice experience,
- Must have experience teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level in any of the following areas: social work practice, addictions and mental health, diversity, theory, social welfare policy, practice and program evaluation, field practicum, or other areas based on practice expertise
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
A. Advanced license in social work and/or addictions ( LSW, LCSW, or LCAC )
B. Three (3) or more years of post- MSW practice experience
C. Two (2) or more years of teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level
D. Expertise in interprofoessional education and practice ( IPE &P)
G. History of profoessional service (e.g., non-profit board membership, membership
in professional organizations, etc.)
H. Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence
Required Certifications/Licensures
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Department
Social Work:900040
College/Department Information
The DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WORK In our programs , students will discover more about themselves as they work to improve the quality of life for others; to advocate for social, economic, and environmental justice for vulnerable populations; and to acquire the skills, knowledge, and values to work with diverse people. With more than 300 students in our undergraduate major, we are the oldest accredited undergraduate social work program in the state. We also have a rapidly growing MSW program with over 100 students from across the globe. The department houses a gerontology minor and recently launched an online BSW program and an MSW program at the Ball State Indy campus.
THE COLLEGE OF HEALTH A vital health resource for Indiana in preparing health professionals, the College of Health is moving boldly forward in making interprofessional education, practice and research its paradigm across its disciplines. The College offers 32 academic programs in 7 units: Departments of Counseling Psychology, Social Psychology, and Counseling; Military Science; Nutrition and Health Science; Speech Pathology and Audiology; and Social Work plus the Schools of Nursing and Kinesiology. Our 224 faculty and staff serve nearly 3,000 students. We partner with regional communities for immersive learning and research. Our Health Professions Building was opened in 2019 with 165,000 square feet and is LEED Gold certified. Our Interprofessional Community Clinics offers a range of health and mental health services by students supervised by faculty as well as community health education and prevention services through the Healthy Lifestyle Center . Other facilities include the Health and Physical Activity (HP) complex, Ball Gymnasium, and Lewellen Aquatic Center. Our faculty and students contribute to the evidence base for their respective disciplines. Our research footprint features research institutes, including the Center for Peace and Conflict Studies and Human Performance Lab . We are committed to inclusive excellence in all we do and intend to contribute to an increasingly diverse health professional workforce to help decrease health care disparities.
Department Email or Phone Number
socialwork@bsu.edu
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
202301109F
Number of Vacancies
2
Desired Start Date
08/21/2023
Position End Date
Posting Date
06/02/2023
Applications Accepted Through Date
06/16/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Click here: ___________ to apply for this position. Submit a letter of application, teaching philosophy, detailed CV, and copy of official transcripts of all graduate work. Include a separate statement about your vision for inclusive excellence. Submit a list of 3-5 references; we will not contact them without notifying you. Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled. For best consideration, submit applications by June 16, 2023. For more information, contact Shannon Staton, Chair of the Search Committee, at sstaton@bsu.edu . Visit bsu.edu/jobs for information on all current job openings at Ball State University.
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter
In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’
Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information
Associate Professor, Shannon Staton, sstaton@bsu.edu
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Philosophy Statement
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Master's Transcripts
- Doctorate Transcripts
- Licenses/Certifications
Company
Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students
Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.
We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!
The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay.
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