Alvernia University's College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences invites applicants for a full-time Social Work Faculty appointment beginning August 17, 2026.
Candidates must hold MSW from an accredited program and a doctorate in social work or related field.
Required Qualifications:
- Candidates will demonstrate excellence in online teaching using multiple pedagogical approaches, have a defined area of scholarly interest, and two years post MSW clinical experience.
- Preferred candidates will demonstrate experience in excellent online pedagogy and advising, a commitment to the mission and strategic objectives of the university, and a willingness to embrace continued professional growth.
Alvernia has a bold approach to becoming a 21st century, modern regional university. This includes the rapid expansion of enrollment through new academic majors in engineering, health care and more. We seek professionals who are thoughtful leaders, creative and nimble in the complex environment of private higher education.
Alvernia has been recognized regionally and nationally:
- U.S. News & World Report magazine ranks Alvernia as one of the Best U.S. Colleges & Universities, most recently 94 in the best regional universities category (North)
- The prestigious Carnegie Foundation selected Alvernia as one of only 23 institutions in Pennsylvania and 361 nationally to receive its 2015 Community Engagement Classification
- Alvernia was one of only four institutions in Pennsylvania and one of 43 nationally to earn the President's Higher Education Interfaith Community Service Honor Roll
All Alvernia University employees promote Franciscan ideals and adherence to the Mission of the University as demonstrated by the University Ideal Characteristics. As we are an equal opportunity employer committed to Franciscan values, all employees share responsibility for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the performance of their roles while demonstrating: service orientation, respect for all, intellectual curiosity, solution focus and innovation, and mutual accountability. Alvernia University strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities.
Employee Benefits:
Join a team that values your well-being! We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family:
- Robust Health Coverage: Choose from three offered medical plans, plus dental and vision.
- Financial Security: Enjoy University-paid life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability, with options for short-term disability and supplemental coverage for you and your family (including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans). Flexible spending accounts are also available.
- Exceptional Retirement: Start saving immediately with our 403(b) Retirement Plan. You will get 100% immediate vesting, a University gift contribution, and a generous match up to 5% of your deferrals.
- Time Off: Take advantage of 20 paid holidays, including 5 floating holidays, each year.
- Invest in Your Future: Enjoy tuition remission benefits for yourself and your dependents.
- On-Campus Wellness: Benefit-eligible employees on our main campus receive free access to our Medical & Counseling Center.
- Employee Meal Plan: This plan provides convenient, flexible dining options on campus at a reduced cost.
How to Apply:
Candidates should send a letter of application with:
- current curriculum vitae
- teaching philosophy statement
- research statement
- official transcripts
- three letters of recommendation
Review of applications will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Skills Required
- Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program
- Doctorate in social work or a related field
- Excellence in online teaching using multiple pedagogical approaches
- Defined area of scholarly interest
- Two years of post-MSW clinical experience
- Experience in excellent online pedagogy and advising
- Commitment to the university’s mission and strategic objectives
- Willingness to pursue continued professional growth
What We Do
As one of only 24 Franciscan institutions in the United States, we believe in developing ethical leaders with moral courage and a commitment to service. Our values-based learning philosophy and emphasis on experiential learning opens doors to careers with a variety of companies throughout the region and nation. Alvernia combines the personal touch and attention of a small private college with the outstanding academics of a university. Our students benefit from a liberal arts foundation that helps them develop their own passions and goals. They also receive first-rate professional preparation to provide them with the skills and knowledge needed for career success. Taught by faculty who are experts in their fields, our students appreciate the small class sizes and breadth of our academic programs. Our School of Graduate and Adult Education offers several graduate programs and dozens of degree-completion programs across nearly every field to prepare students for the life and career they want to pursue.
