Assistant, Associate or Professor

Assistant, Associate or Professor

Location

• Huntsville, AL
• Department: Social Work
• Posted: 2026-10-08T03:30:03Z
• Oakwood University invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the Department of Social Work. Appointment rank (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor) will be based on academic credentials, teaching experience, scholarship, and professional accomplishments.
• Applicants must be an enthusiastic and student-centered educator committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, service, and the integration of faith and learning. The successful candidate will contribute to the preparation of competent, ethical, and culturally responsive social work professionals who are committed to service, advocacy, social justice, and community engagement.
• Essential Responsibilities
• Teach undergraduate social work courses in assigned areas of expertise.
• Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress, professional development, and career opportunities.
• Participate in curriculum development, assessment, and continuous program improvement initiatives.
• Support field education activities and collaborate with community agencies and organizations.
• Maintain scholarly and professional engagement through research, publication, presentations, grant development, or other professional contributions.
• Participate in departmental, university, and community service activities.
• Assist with student recruitment, retention, and accreditation-related activities.
• Sponsor departmental organizations/clubs
• Integrate Seventh-day Adventist values and principles into teaching and student engagement.
• Required Qualifications Assistant Professor
• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited institution.
• Minimum of two years of post-MSW professional social work practice experience.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness or potential for excellence in teaching.
• Eligibility for social work licensure, where applicable.
• Associate Professor
• Earned doctorate in Social Work or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Significant record of successful college-level teaching.
• Demonstrated scholarly achievement and professional service.
• Evidence of leadership within the profession and academic community.
• Professor
• Distinguished record of teaching, scholarship, service, and professional leadership.
• Demonstrated contributions to the advancement of social work education and practice.
• Strong record of mentorship, research, and institutional service.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) or PhD in Social Work.
• Experience teaching in a CSWE-accredited social work program.
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas:
• Clinical Social Work
• Human Behavior and the Social Environment
• Social Welfare Policy
• Community Practice
• Research Methods
• Field Education
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Active social work licensure.
• Experience working with diverse populations and underserved communities.

Compensation

• and Benefits:
• Oakwood University offers a comprehensive healthcare assistance plan and benefits, which include health, retirement plan, tuition assistance for eligible dependents, and other core benefits.
• P hysical Requirements:
• The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including communicating effectively in English with internal and external stakeholders in person, by phone/video, and in writing; reviewing, analyzing, and producing
• written and digital materials for extended periods using standard office technology; maintaining regular office hours and, as an exempt employee, working additional hours—including occasional evenings and weekends—to meet deadlines and operational needs.
• Working Conditions:
• Essential responsibilities are primarily performed in a standard office environment with minimal discomfort. Employees should expect irregular hours, including evenings and weekends. On-site supervision of departmental operations may be required. When traveling, the employee may be expected to utilize various modes of transportation, including trains, planes, and automobiles.
• Equal Opportunity Employer:
• Oakwood University is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment policies and practices based on race, national origin, gender (except for positions requiring ordination), color, age, marital status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. The employment practices of the church reflect religious preferences in harmony with the United States Constitution and controlling law, and it, therefore, hires only Seventh-day Adventist Church members in regular standing for this position.
• At Will Employment:
• Employment with Oakwood University is at-will. This means that either you or Oakwood University may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, as long as it is not in violation of applicable federal or state laws.

Application

• Process
• Applicants should submit:
• Letter of application addressing qualifications and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Statement of teaching philosophy.
• Statement describing the integration of faith and learning.
• Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire).
• Names and contact information for three professional references.
• Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
• TO APPLY
• Follow the link below to complete the application
• [email protected]

Application destination

• https://oakwood.edu/wp-content/uploads/FacultyStaff-Application-6_11_26.pdf

Requirements

• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited institution.
• Minimum of two years of post-MSW professional social work practice experience.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness or potential for excellence in teaching.
• Eligibility for social work licensure, where applicable.
• Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) or PhD in Social Work.
• Experience teaching in a CSWE-accredited social work program.
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas:
• Clinical Social Work
• Human Behavior and the Social Environment
• Social Welfare Policy
• Community Practice
• Research Methods
• Field Education
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Active social work licensure.
• Experience working with diverse populations and underserved communities.