Colby-Sawyer College invites applications for a twelve-month, non-tenure track Assistant Professor position in the Master of Social Work (MSW) program, reporting to the MSW Program Director and Social Sciences Department Chair. The individual selected for this position will be an integral part of the continued building of the online MSW program at Colby-Sawyer. Individuals who wish to join a team valuing diversity, collegiality, and flexibility and who are interested in growing with a smaller, student-centered program are encouraged to apply. This a five-year contract position with eligibility for renewal or conversion to a tenure eligible position. Remote candidates will be considered.
This position may be based on our New London, NH campus or remotely. Candidates who indicate a preference to work remotely will be provided equal consideration. We seek a licensed clinician with experience and effectiveness in teaching courses focused on children and families, trauma, addiction, medical social work, and/or research at the graduate level. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency with online course development, familiarity with CSWE core competencies, and at least two years of post-MSW clinical experience.
Start date is January 4, 2027.
Teaching responsibilities include up to 27 credits annually (up to nine courses across 6 terms), delivered in an eight-week online course format. Faculty receive one eight-week teaching release each calendar year as part of their 12-month appointment. During the initial appointment period (January–May 2027), the successful candidate will teach one course while focusing primarily on course development, assessment planning, and integration into the MSW program and the Colby-Sawyer College community in preparation for a full teaching load beginning in May 2027.
In addition to teaching, the faculty member will contribute to the ongoing governance, administration, and continuous improvement of the MSW program through activities such as academic planning, curriculum development and review, program assessment, accreditation support, student mentoring, and other program initiatives. Should the position transition to a tenure-eligible appointment, the faculty member will be expected to engage fully in the teaching, scholarship, and service responsibilities outlined in the Colby-Sawyer College Faculty Handbook.
Responsibilities:
• Teach up to nine academic courses across the 12-month academic year, for a total of 27 credits. Teaching responsibilities in academic courses includes one hour of weekly, synchronous instruction per course and asynchronous, video-based support.
• Expected course responsibilities include generalist year courses and specialist offerings in areas of children, youth, and families, trauma, addiction and recovery, medical social work, and/or research methods.
• Support and empower a diverse graduate student population.
• Work alongside MSW faculty and staff to develop and maintain a consistent, online presentation.
• Participate in review of MSW courses, curricula, and program assessment.
• Manage existing practicum placements and communicate with Program and Practicum Directors regarding any disruptions or issues.
• Collaborate with the Program Director and academic advisors to address academic issues as they relate to courses taught.
• Participate in accreditation-related tasks associated with the MSW program as requested.
• Contribute to the evaluation of MSW student academic achievement and other evaluative processes of the College.
• Active involvement in relevant admissions events and program-related activities adding to growth of the MSW program.
• Attend and participate at faculty and relevant administrative meetings virtually or in person.
• Engage actively in committee work in the governance of the College, if applicable.
• Maintain currency on any licensure and CEU credit requirements for the acquisition and maintenance of self-licensure (LMSW/LICSW).
• Keep abreast of relevant CSWE-related information, like-programs, and the field of social work.
• Maintain appropriate scholarly engagement.
Required qualifications:
• An MSW from a CSWE-accredited program.
• At least two years of post-MSW clinical experience.
• Demonstrated teaching excellence at the college/university level, with experience in higher education in an online setting and using an online course management system (Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard).
• Evidence of, or clear potential for, teaching and supporting MSW students of diverse backgrounds at the graduate level.
• A strong commitment anti-racist, anti-oppressive practices.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues related to curricular initiatives, teaching responsibilities, and student support.
• Professional engagement.
Preferred qualifications:
• Ph.D. in Social Work, Social Welfare, or a related discipline (DSW will also be considered).
• Current LCSW/LICSW.
• At least five years of teaching experience at the graduate level, including courses in family, substance use and addiction, and/or medical social work.
• Demonstrated effectiveness teaching practice/clinical MSW courses.
• Knowledge of CSWE 2022 EPAS and related standards.
Candidates, please submit the following:
• A letter of application detailing qualifications in teaching (including practicum courses) addressing fluency in including diversity-related content within an inclusive classroom and listing social work courses taught and qualified to teach.
• A current curriculum vitae.
• A list of three professional references with contact information. References will not be contacted without prior notice to the candidate.
• Student course evaluations from at least three courses.
All materials must be submitted for an application to be reviewed, and formal review of materials will begin on August 24, 2026. Questions may be directed to MSW Program Director kate.turcotte@colby-sawyer.edu.