Assistant / Associate Clinical Professor

Job Description

The Master of Social Work (MSW) Program at University of the Pacific, School of Health Sciences, invites applicants to apply for a full-time, eleven (11) month Assistant / Associate Clinical Professor position.

The MSW Program offers a specialized practice concentration in health care social work, with opportunities for students to focus further in health-related areas such as mental health and aging. The curriculum follows the competency-based education model of the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) and integrates inter-professional and simulation lab training activities.

The accelerated hybrid program includes a sixteen (16) month accelerated sequence for students with any bachelor's degree except for social work and a twelve (12) month advanced standing option for students with a bachelor's degree in social work.

Teaching is the primary focus of faculty at the University. We aspire to promote student learning within a humanistic environment such that students are competent and enthusiastic about providing evidence-based and culturally sensitive patient-centered care.

The MSW faculty at University of the Pacific is responsible for providing all aspects of didactic and clinical education for the Program as well as participate in cross-teaching activities within the School of Health Sciences.

Scholarship and research are also valued at University of the Pacific. The MSW Program is committed to contributing to a science of social work through community-based, participatory, practice-based and other forms of research that enhance knowledge of diversity, the protection of human rights, and the pursuit of social, economic, and environmental justice.

The successful instructional faculty candidate will be part of a highly motivated, cohesive faculty of experienced educators working as an interdisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive MSW curriculum preparing students to practice in a variety of healthcare settings.

Job Responsibilities

• Classroom teaching, including participation in course assignments in a team teaching environment and guiding student directed scholarly work.
• Instruction and facilitation in areas of knowledge and expertise.
• Academic advising and career mentoring.
• Participation in the CSWE accreditation process.
• Participation in department meetings, college and university committees, and state and / or national organizations.
• Establishing a personal program of scholarly activity.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Scholarship Expectations

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees.

University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints.

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