Adjunct Faculty- Doctor of Social Work

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Adjunct Faculty – Doctor of Social Work in United States.

This part-time academic role offers the opportunity to shape the next generation of social work professionals through engaging online teaching and research mentorship. You will contribute to doctoral-level programs by delivering high-quality instruction and supporting students in achieving their academic and professional goals. Working in a flexible, virtual learning environment, you will interact with a diverse, global student population and foster meaningful discussions that drive critical thinking and real-world application. The role combines teaching, mentoring, and scholarly engagement, allowing you to remain active in both academic and professional communities. Ideal for experienced practitioners and educators, this position provides a platform to influence social change through education. You’ll play a key role in guiding students through complex research and advancing their impact in the field.

• Deliver engaging, high-quality online instruction using a learning management system, fostering active participation and meaningful academic discussions.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback on assignments, discussions, and research work to support student success and academic growth.
• Mentor doctoral students through research processes, including proposal development, analysis, and final project completion.
• Maintain consistent presence in the virtual classroom, responding to student inquiries and facilitating discussions regularly.
• Evaluate student performance fairly and accurately, ensuring alignment with academic standards and program outcomes.
• Collaborate with academic teams and contribute to continuous improvement of course content and teaching practices.
• Participate in academic residencies or events when applicable, supporting in-person or hybrid learning experiences.
• Stay current with developments in social work research and practice to ensure course content remains relevant and impactful.

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Requirements:

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or DSW) in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience at the relevant academic level; prior online teaching experience preferred.
• At least 3 years of post-MSW professional practice experience in social work.
• Experience mentoring or serving on dissertation or doctoral committees is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated record of academic or professional contributions (e.g., publications, presentations, or field leadership).
• Proficiency with learning management systems and educational technologies.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse adult learners.
• Familiarity with research tools such as SPSS (quantitative) and/or NVivo (qualitative) is a plus.
• Commitment to academic excellence, student success, and advancing social impact through education.

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Benefits:

• Flexible, remote teaching environment with part-time scheduling
• Competitive per-course compensation based on course type and duration
• Opportunities to mentor doctoral research and serve on dissertation committees
• Access to academic resources and professional development opportunities
• Engagement with a diverse, global student community
• Potential participation in academic residencies and scholarly events
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating academic environment
• Opportunities to contribute to research, publications, and thought leadership