Merrimack College·North Andover, Massachusetts
The faculty member will teach eight courses across the fall and spring semesters while providing academic advising, mentoring, and supervision to graduate students. Additionally, they will contribute to the MSW program, the Graduate School of Counseling and Social Work, and the broader college community.
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The Master of Social Work program in the Graduate School of Counseling and Social Work at Merrimack College invites applicants for one (1) assistant professor of practice, non-tenure track, 9-month faculty position to begin in Spring 2027. We are specifically looking for an individual who will teach on-campus and online in the Master of Social Work program, which is accredited by CSWE. Candidates must have a MSW from a CSWE accredited program or equivalency established through CSWE and a doctorate in Social Work or in a related field. The candidate will be responsible for teaching a total of 8 courses across fall and spring semesters, serve as an academic advisor and actively contribute to the MSW program, the Graduate School of Counseling and Social Work, as well as the college.
Aligned with the mission of Merrimack College, the Master of Social Work program is an on- ground advanced generalist program and is accredited by CSWE. It represents a dynamic, innovative, and growth-oriented training program with a commitment to working with vulnerable and marginalized populations; and affirms the values of self-determination, sustainability, and community and global solidarity. The program is designed to offer both a part-time and full-time and Advanced Standing Track for students. We plan to launch a comparable online MSW program effective Fall 2026.
The faculty member will teach a total of 32 credit/contact hours (8 courses) across the fall and spring semesters.
Faculty are expected to teach on-campus courses in the evening after 4:00 pm.
Online courses will be asynchronous and synchronous.
It is critical for the faculty to possess confidence and skill teaching and advising adult learners.
The successful candidate should demonstrate the experience or ability to teach a range of courses in social work discipline including but not limited to: Introduction to Social Work Research and Practice, Evaluation of Social Work Practice, Contemporary Social Welfare Policy, and other related courses.
The faculty will be responsible for providing formal on-campus and online teaching, effective delivery of instructional material and course management (e.g., assessments, grading, etc.), advising, mentoring, and supervision of graduate students, attending faculty meetings, and completing social work programmatic tasks, and other responsibilities as assigned by the Dean.
Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the required and preferred qualifications.
Curriculum vitae (CV).
Experience in teaching specific content area(s): Introduction to Social Work Research and Practice, Evaluation of Social Work Practice, Contemporary Social Welfare Policy, and/or other social work practice courses.
Teaching philosophy statement describing how to facilitate engagement and promote excellence in the classroom for all students.
Statement of experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission, our values, and our desires to promote community unity among all members of our institution of higher education.
Contact information for three professional references (name, title, address, phone number, email address). Applicants will be notified before references are contacted.
For questions related to application submission, please contact Dr. Michael Mobley, Academic Dean, Graduate School of Counseling and Social Work at (978) 837-3515 or via email at Mobleym@merrimack.edu [Mobleym@merrimack.edu].
Applications will be reviewed immediately.
The expected 9-month base salary range (paid over 12 months) for the Assistant Professor of Practice position is $78,000-$90,000. The actual pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, candidate qualifications and prior experience, scope of responsibilities, internal equity, and market considerations.
This is an on-campus position.
This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.
Statement on Our Mission
Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue.
Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission. All candidates should describe in their application how they will foster a culture that supports our mission.
The only Catholic, Augustinian institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than 4,100 undergraduate, 2,500 graduate students and 50 doctoral students from 48 states and 63 countries.
The College features more than 160 career-focused undergraduate, professional and graduate programs, all taught by exceptional faculty who are passionate about their subject and student success.
The College has six schools: arts and sciences, engineering and computational sciences, nursing and health sciences, education and social policy, the Girard school of business and the graduate school of counseling and social work.
The College’s suburban 220-acre campus is just north of Boston in North Andover, Massachusetts.
Merrimack is a Master’s Colleges and Universities/Larger Programs (M1) institution in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
Merrimack is one of the fastest growing educational institutions in the country and has steadily climbed up in the U.S.
News & World Report’s ranking of Best Colleges, ranking 38th in the Regional Universities North category in 2026.
Merrimack is a NCAA Division I athletic institution.
Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program and a doctorate in Social Work or a related field. A minimum of two years of full-time post-MSW practice experience and three years of teaching experience in an MSW program are required.
Market context
In Massachusetts, MSW faculty roles often draw interest from candidates with both practice and classroom experience, especially when programs need instructors who can teach across core social work content. These positions are competitive because they typically require a CSWE-accredited MSW, a doctorate, and substantial post-MSW practice and teaching experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then compare your teaching background and practice history against the listed criteria before applying.