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Adjunct Faculty - Doctor of Social Work (DSW) Program -Remote

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University of Massachusetts Global is a private, nonprofit affiliate of the University of Massachusetts, created to help working adults change their lives through flexible, high-quality education built for real life. Regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and recognized by U.S. News & World Report among the Best Online Programs for 13 consecutive years (2013-2025), the university has a long track record of online innovation. Students across 49 states and internationally can upskill, reskill, and move forward without putting life on hold through technology-enabled, real-world learning. With 55+fully online, career-focused programs designed around the realities of work, family, and constant change, we remain ever-focused on developing future-ready learners who can thrive in a rapidly shifting world. This position is open to candidates who currently reside in one of the following approved states from which the role may be performed remotely: Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin. School of Heath and Behavioral Sciences Adjunct Faculty - Doctor of Social Work (DSW) Program Position Overview: This is a fully remote position that requires adherence to course deadlines and institutional policies. Adjunct faculty teaching in the DSW program must be able to build and maintain relationships with doctoral students, faculty, and staff. They should coach, guide, and support students throughout their doctoral journeys. They must be available for and prepared to facilitate and teach four scheduled 90 minute synchronous meetings per course per session and must provide substantive, timely feedback on assignments.

Responsibilities

  • Teaching duties, mentoring, or supervising students.
  • Facilitating required synchronous class meetings.
  • Delivering course content, engaging with students in discussion boards and groupwork, and grading and providing detailed feedback on assignments.
  • Collaborating with faculty or staff within the social work department including timely response to department emails.
  • Utilizing specific technologies or tools (e.g., LMS, Zoom, Teams, OneDrive).
  • Attending required meetings, training, or development sessions.
  • Required Qualifications:
  • Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program and at least two years of post-MSW practice experience in social work.
  • Doctor of Social Work (DSW) or Ph.D. degree in social work or a related field/discipline

Requirements

  • Online teaching experience in both synchronous and asynchronous courses (1 year or more)
  • Experience teaching and mentoring doctoral students (1 year or more)
  • Leadership experience to reflect the DSW program's focus area on innovative leadership
  • Experience with Artificial Intelligence (AI) in higher education and teaching
  • Experience teaching in the following areas: leadership, research methods, clinical and program evaluation, clinical social work, teaching, social and global entrepreneurship, and Capstone coursework
  • Work Environment:

Benefits

The following salary range reflects compensation paid for a 3-unit course (101.25 hours) and varies based on the faculty member's course assignment: 3-unit Lecture Course: The hiring range for this position is $3456.00 to $3856.00.Offers are determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to; geographical location, knowledge, skills, and experience.Application Process:To apply, please submit the following materials:Current resume or curriculum vitae (CV).Cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the role.Contact information for 2 professional references.Transcripts for MSW degree from a CSWE-accredited institutionTranscripts for DSW or Ph.D. degree in social work or a related field/disciplineTeaching evaluations from the last three years [Any additional documentation such as transcripts, teaching evaluations, or certifications.]BENEFITS AND PERKSWork-Life Balance : Remote oRemote work optionsFlexible schedule

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