The California State University
Assistant Professor of Social Work (Social Work Practice)
The California State University, Long Beach, California, us, 90899
Position
Assistant Professor of Social Work (Social Work Practice) Effective Date: August 17, 2026 (Fall Semester) Salary Range:
The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary is $6,221 to $13,224 per month (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring range is $7,875 to $8,361 per month. Salary offered is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Deadline: Review of applications to begin September 2, 2025. Position opened until filled (or recruitment canceled). California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). CSULB earned the Seal of Excelencia in 2023, recognizing commitment to Latine/x student success. CSULB supports initiatives focused on inclusive student success and equity across the campus community.
Required Qualifications:
. or . in Social Work or closely related field. Degree at time of application or official notification of completion of the doctoral degree by August 1, 2026.
Master of Social Work (MSW) degree with at least two years post-master’s experience in social work practice
Demonstrated potential for teaching at the college level
Demonstrated potential for research, scholarly and creative activities
Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population, including low socioeconomic and first-generation students
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated teaching / training experience across the curriculum at undergraduate and graduate levels
Experience in working with diverse populations
Demonstrated commitment for equity and inclusion in curricula and activities for all students
Experience in one or more of these specialty areas: foundation and advanced social work practice
Experience in graduate level thesis advising
Experience of successfully working with populations demographically and/or socioeconomically similar to the CSULB student body
Experience mentoring or supporting students with minoritized identities or using inclusive and culturally relevant teaching strategies in a diverse classroom
Duties:
Teach in-person undergraduate and/or graduate courses related to foundation and advanced social work practice; (Mode of instruction may include in-person, hybrid, online, and/or any combination)
Establish and sustain a record of research, scholarly and creative activities
Participate in service to the school, college, university, and profession/community
CSULB seeks to recruit faculty who enthusiastically support the University’s commitment to the academic success of all students, including those with disabilities, first-generation students, veterans, and students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds and gender identities. CSULB aims to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of the People of California and to offer our students a wide range of expertise and perspectives.
The School of Social Work is part of a university designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native Pacific Islander Serving Institution, located in a city with a diverse population. The mission is to educate and graduate diverse, ethical, competent social work students who can think critically and use evidence-based practice approaches to serve diverse populations in various practice areas as practitioners, leaders, and social justice advocates.
How to Apply - Required Documentation:
A Student Success Statement about your teaching or other experiences, successes, and challenges in working with a diverse student population (maximum two pages, single-spaced).
Letter of application addressing the required and preferred qualifications
CV
Names and contact information for three references (to be contacted for verbal references should you reach the finalist stage)
Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., course evaluations), if applicable
Post MSW practice experience statement (past two years)
Copy of transcript(s) from institution awarding MSW and, if applicable, doctoral degree
Finalists should be prepared to submit an official transcript (e-transcript preferred, if available)
How to Apply:
Click Apply Now icon to complete the CSULB online application
Requests for information and process should be addressed to:
Nancy Meyer-Adams, Director
California State University, Long Beach
School of Social Work
1250 Bellflower Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90840-4602
562-985-7774 or E-Mail:
and questions may be sent to
All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy, CSULB provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment. For the full Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education statement, please visit Equity & Compliance.
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Assistant Professor of Social Work (Social Work Practice) Effective Date: August 17, 2026 (Fall Semester) Salary Range:
The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary is $6,221 to $13,224 per month (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring range is $7,875 to $8,361 per month. Salary offered is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Deadline: Review of applications to begin September 2, 2025. Position opened until filled (or recruitment canceled). California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). CSULB earned the Seal of Excelencia in 2023, recognizing commitment to Latine/x student success. CSULB supports initiatives focused on inclusive student success and equity across the campus community.
Required Qualifications:
. or . in Social Work or closely related field. Degree at time of application or official notification of completion of the doctoral degree by August 1, 2026.
Master of Social Work (MSW) degree with at least two years post-master’s experience in social work practice
Demonstrated potential for teaching at the college level
Demonstrated potential for research, scholarly and creative activities
Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population, including low socioeconomic and first-generation students
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated teaching / training experience across the curriculum at undergraduate and graduate levels
Experience in working with diverse populations
Demonstrated commitment for equity and inclusion in curricula and activities for all students
Experience in one or more of these specialty areas: foundation and advanced social work practice
Experience in graduate level thesis advising
Experience of successfully working with populations demographically and/or socioeconomically similar to the CSULB student body
Experience mentoring or supporting students with minoritized identities or using inclusive and culturally relevant teaching strategies in a diverse classroom
Duties:
Teach in-person undergraduate and/or graduate courses related to foundation and advanced social work practice; (Mode of instruction may include in-person, hybrid, online, and/or any combination)
Establish and sustain a record of research, scholarly and creative activities
Participate in service to the school, college, university, and profession/community
CSULB seeks to recruit faculty who enthusiastically support the University’s commitment to the academic success of all students, including those with disabilities, first-generation students, veterans, and students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds and gender identities. CSULB aims to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of the People of California and to offer our students a wide range of expertise and perspectives.
The School of Social Work is part of a university designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native Pacific Islander Serving Institution, located in a city with a diverse population. The mission is to educate and graduate diverse, ethical, competent social work students who can think critically and use evidence-based practice approaches to serve diverse populations in various practice areas as practitioners, leaders, and social justice advocates.
How to Apply - Required Documentation:
A Student Success Statement about your teaching or other experiences, successes, and challenges in working with a diverse student population (maximum two pages, single-spaced).
Letter of application addressing the required and preferred qualifications
CV
Names and contact information for three references (to be contacted for verbal references should you reach the finalist stage)
Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., course evaluations), if applicable
Post MSW practice experience statement (past two years)
Copy of transcript(s) from institution awarding MSW and, if applicable, doctoral degree
Finalists should be prepared to submit an official transcript (e-transcript preferred, if available)
How to Apply:
Click Apply Now icon to complete the CSULB online application
Requests for information and process should be addressed to:
Nancy Meyer-Adams, Director
California State University, Long Beach
School of Social Work
1250 Bellflower Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90840-4602
562-985-7774 or E-Mail:
and questions may be sent to
All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy, CSULB provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment. For the full Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education statement, please visit Equity & Compliance.
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