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Position Title:
Assistant Professor of Social Work & Sociology
Department/School:
Social Work & Sociology, School of Social & BehavioralSciences
Salary/Pay Rate:
$75,000 - $80,000
Job Summary:
We are seeking candidates with an earned doctorate in Social Workor Sociology, or a Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) by Fall 2027. Thesuccessful candidate also will have earned a Master’s Degree inSocial Work (MSW). Areas of specialization are open, and thedepartment is interested in providing students with opportunitiesto understand the application of social work principles tocontemporary social issues, behavioral health, research methods,and public policy. We seek dynamic faculty who are student-centeredand model the knowledge, skills and values necessary for ethicalpractice.
Minimum Qualifications:
PhD in Social Work or Sociology, or DSW, by Fall of 2027
MSW (from a CSWE accredited program)
Two years post-MSW practice experience
Essential Functions:
Applicants should be flexible with regard to teaching assignmentsand confident in their abilities to teach courses within theirareas of expertise, as well as core courses such as, Introductionto Sociology, Introduction to Social Work, Social Research Methods,and Practicum Seminar. We welcome candidates who will place anemphasis on active learning and quality teaching in a smallclassroom setting and who can thoughtfully incorporatesociocultural perspectives and the experiences of individuals andcommunities from a range of backgrounds into their teaching.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated the ability tocommit to contributing to a learning environment that welcomesvaried perspectives and facilitates student learning in ethical,inclusive, and effective social work practice. The successfulcandidate will also have a promising and active research agendathat leads to peer reviewed publications and presentations.
In summary, essential duties include:
Undergraduate instruction with an expectation of competence inthe use of instructional technology
Responsible for academic advisement of students
Participation in departmental activitiesActive researchagenda
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience teaching at the college level.
Required Application Documents:
Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 ProfessionalReferences
Benefits:
The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefitsfor this position include but are not limited to thefollowing:
Unlimited paid sick time.
14+ paid holidays per year.
Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15%employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible SpendingAccounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
Life insurance.
Generous short-term and long-term disability programs andworkers compensation.
403(b) defined contribution plan: First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributesa mandatory 4%.
University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12%after 15 years.
Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1%thereafter.
Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and1,000 hours with Marist University.
403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary,up to IRS maximum contribution.
Tuition Benefits: Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduatecredit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee,spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
University pays 100% tuition only.
Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semestertowards tuition at another accredited institution.
*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/oremployee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of theUniversity.
About the Department/School:
The Social Work & Sociology department is one of fourdepartments in the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Theother departments are psychology, crime and justice studies, andteacher education. The School also has graduate programs asfollows: MA School Psychology; MA Clinical Mental HealthCounseling; Masters of Arts in Teaching; Masters of Education,Contemporary Curriculum and Instruction, and Master of SocialWork.
The Social Work & Sociology department, in collaboration withthe Crime and Justice Studies department, offers a dual major inSocial Work and Crime and Justice Studies.
The Social Work & Sociology Department and the School of Socialand Behavioral Sciences are committed to advancing an inclusivelearning environment. The School has taken leadership with severalsocial justice initiatives, including Creating an InclusiveCommunity dialogues, the Marist Center for Social Justice Research,and a Social Justice minor.
About Marist University:
Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-yearinstitution whose signature educational approach blends the liberalarts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experientiallearning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses inPoughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programsoffering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal tothe world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusivecommunity. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Maristcultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them tocolor outside traditional academic lines as they pursue courseworkand personal experiences that provide valuable occupationalexpertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has beenacclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & WorldReport, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review,and others. To learn more, please visit
Type of Position:
Full-time
Classification:
Faculty (Full-Time)
Work Schedule:
Flexible, course schedule varies each semester
Location:
Marist University Main Campus
Number of Position Openings:
1
Equal Employment Statement:
Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforceon our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employmentopportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, theUniversity will strive to achieve the full and fair participationof all members of the Marist community.
Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion ofindividuals without consideration of race, color, disability,religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexualorientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fideoccupational requirement which excludes persons in one of theseprotected groups. The University will review its employmentpolicies and procedures to ensure that barriers which mayunnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified andeliminated. The University will also explore alternative approachesif any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact onprotected groups.
Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employmentpractices but also extends to all services and programs provided bythe University. It shall be considered a violation of Universitypolicy for any member of the community to discriminate against anyindividual or group with respect to employment or attendance atMarist University on the basis of race, color, disability,religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexualorientation, veteran status, or any other condition established bylaw.
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July 30, 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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