Open Rank Professor, Social Work - F00305

Job Summary:

The School of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Mercy University is
seeking candidates for an Open Rank multiple year contract
Professor in Social Work for its undergraduate Bachelor of Social
Work (BSW) program. This position will support the delivery of the
BSW program and contribute to the continued growth of the Social
Work program at Mercy University. The Social Work program is also
in the process of developing a Master of Social Work (MSW) program,
and the successful candidate will contribute to program
development, curriculum planning, and related initiatives as the
program expands.

Applicants must hold a PhD in Social Work from an accredited
institution and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE
accredited program. Candidates must possess current licensure in
social work and have at least two years of professional social work
practice experience.

Candidates should demonstrate experience teaching at the
undergraduate level and a commitment to teaching excellence.
Familiarity with Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) standards
and program assessment processes is preferred. Candidates are
encouraged to demonstrate engagement in the field through
professional development, publications, research, or grant activity
related to social work or closely related disciplines.

We welcome applications from candidates with strong organizational,
interpersonal, and communication skills and the ability to work
effectively in a collaborative academic environment. Candidates
must demonstrate a commitment to working within a historically
Hispanic institution and a multicultural setting.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

Teaching, service, field education coordination, and maintaining
currency in the field are primary responsibilities for this
multiple year contract faculty position. The faculty will teach in
the Social Work program and serve as the Practicum Education
Coordinator for the BSW program and the developing MSW
program.

Core faculty are expected to teach four courses per semester.
Courses may include social work practice, policy, research, human
behavior in the social environment, and field seminar courses.
Instruction may occur in person on the Dobbs Ferry and Bronx
campuses, and through distance learning technology. Teaching
assignments are determined by the Department Head.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience coordinating or supporting practicum education in a

CSWE-accredited social work program.

• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain partnerships with

community agencies and organizations.

• Experience with curriculum development and program assessment

aligned with CSWE standards.

• Engagement in scholarship, including publications,

presentations, or grant-related work.

• Experience teaching in multiple modalities, including

in-person, hybrid, and online formats.

• Commitment to student-centered teaching and mentoring,

particularly for diverse and first-generation student
populations.

• Bilingual or multilingual skills are strongly preferred.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Teach undergraduate and, as appropriate, graduate courses in

the Social Work program.

• Coordinate the BSW and MSW practicum education programs,

including student placement in approved field agencies.

• Develop and maintain community partnerships that support

student practicum placements.

• Collaborate with practicum supervisors to support student

learning and professional development in practicum education
settings.

• Monitor student progress in practicum education placements and

conduct site visits and evaluations as needed.

• Ensure practicum education policies and practices align with

CSWE standards and program assessment requirements.

• Participate in departmental, school, and university service

activities, including committees and program initiatives.

• Maintain currency in the field of social work through

professional development, scholarship, research, or other
professional engagement.

Education Requirements:

• PhD in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Current licensure in Social Work (e.g., LCSW or LMSW) in New

York State or eligibility for licensure in New York State.

Additional Information:

This position offers a collaborative academic environment with
opportunities for innovation, interdisciplinary engagement, and
professional growth. As a full-time core faculty member, the
selected candidate may not hold concurrent full-time employment at
another institution.

Application Instructions:

To learn more about the Behavioral Science program
and the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, please visit

https://www.mercy.edu/academics/school-social-behavioral-sciences
.

Interested applicants should submit the following materials:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching philosophy
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available)
• Official Transcripts
• Names and contact information for three professional

references

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue
until the position is filled. Applications received before October
1, 2026, will be given preference. Electronic applications are
required and must include a cover letter, CV, and the names and
contact information of at least three references. Candidates must
apply online.

About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York
City area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and
graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business,
Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and
Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving
Institution, proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse.
As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy
University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the
country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and
Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their
prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino
students.

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national
leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several
disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, and Business.
Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in
Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.

Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to
help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To
support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of
federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver
education to our students.

Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York
metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time
undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy
students learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, and Manhattan
as well as online.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their
families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We
offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition
discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Our Mission:

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the
opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by
offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and
high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to
embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their
lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing
world.

Benefits Eligible:

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families
with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer
high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition
discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University
actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body
that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and
strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus
community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin,
ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual
orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight,
genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that
persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations
for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed,
please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839,
Option 6 or via email at HR@mercy.edu .

The posted salary range for this position is based on several
legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization.
Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal
work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by
federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Campus Safety

Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming
environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be
found here .

About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York
City area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and
graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business,
Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and
Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving
Institution, proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse.
As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy
University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the
country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and
Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their
prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino
students.

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national
leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several
disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, and Business.
Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in
Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.

Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to
help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To
support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of
federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver
education to our students.

Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York
metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time
undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy
students learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, and Manhattan
as well as online.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their
families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We
offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition
discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Our Mission:

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the
opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by
offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and
high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to
embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their
lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing
world.

Benefits Eligible:

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families
with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer
high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition
discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University
actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body
that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and
strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus
community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin,
ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual
orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight,
genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that
persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations
for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed,
please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839,
Option 6 or via email at HR@mercy.edu.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several
legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization.
Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal
work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by
federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Campus Safety

Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming
environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be
found here .