Assistant/Associate Professor of Social Work
Malone UniversityBiblical Principles and Expectations: All employees proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through their employment, and thereby further Malone’s mission to provide students with an education based on biblical faith in order to develop men and women in intellectual maturity, wisdom, and Christian faith who are committed to serving the Church, community, and world.
I. University Overview
Malone strives to provide an education that produces graduates with a love of truth and a vibrant, mature faith. Our intent is that students attain the wisdom, knowledge, and skills necessary to serve, engage, and transform the communities in which they live and work. To this end, we provide the curricular and co-curricular context in which to pursue the following educational goals: Understand and critically engage those bodies of knowledge and cultural influences that have shaped the world; Understand the biblical, historical, and theological foundations of the Christian faith; Think critically and creatively and communicate effectively in multiple contexts; Attain expertise in at least one profession or academic discipline and lay the foundation for meaningful work or further studies at the graduate level; and explore the implications of the Christian faith for all areas of living, including intellectual, spiritual, and community pursuits.
II. University Expectations
- Maintains a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ
- Faithfully upholds Malone in prayer
- Participates in community worship as schedule permits
- Demonstrates behavior aligned with Malone’s Mission, Foundational Principles, Doctrinal Statement and its Community’s General Principles
- Effectively represents Jesus Christ to those within both personal and professional spheres of influence
Position: Assistant or Associate Professor of Social Work Starting date: August 2027 About the position:
Malone University seeks an Assistant or Associate Professor of Social Work. Their primary responsibilities would be in the new Master of Social Work (MSW) Program that was launched in the fall semester of 2026. This position may include teaching ground and online courses for both undergraduate and graduate students. It is a 10-month position.
The successful candidate will possess the qualifications necessary to assume primary responsibilities for generalist, clinical, and mental health micro- and mezzo-level social work practice methods but may also teach social work research and other macro-level courses as needed. Depending on experience and candidate strengths and experience, the position may include administrative responsibilities for the programs.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain an average teaching load of 27 credit hours per academic year
- Willingness to teach courses on campus and online in both the BSW and MSW Programs
- Review and revise courses
- Willingness to develop online courses
- Advise and mentor students
- Engage in student assessment
- Work as a team with social work faculty toward continued program development
- Provide support for accreditation
- Participate in service opportunities at Malone University, within the community, and within the church
- Engage in scholarly activities, including research, professional publications, national, state, and community peer-reviewed and invited presentations, etc.
- Integrate Christian faith into course curriculum
- Participate in a Christian Faith Integration course during the second year
Qualifications:
- A Ph.D. or DSW is preferred
- ABD may be considered
- A minimum of two years of experience in the practice of social work, post-Master’s degree
- LISW eligibility in Ohio is preferred
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching in higher education; preferably in both the ground and online teaching delivery formats
- Online course development experience is preferred
- Personal commitment to the Christian faith
- Regular participation in a Christian fellowship/church
- Willingness to integrate Christian faith into course curriculum
Malone University
Malone University is a Christian college for the arts, sciences, and professions, in the liberal arts tradition. The University is affiliated with the Evangelical Friends Church – Eastern Region. The students, faculty, and staff represent more than 35 denominations. Total enrollment is approximately 2,000 students, with 1,600 undergraduates in traditional and degree completion programs and 400 students in one of five master’s programs.
Application Process
Please submit the following application materials:
- letter of application
- curriculum vitae,
- completed Malone University faculty application form
- Statement of Christian Belief and Practice in response to the following prompt:
Malone University takes seriously the integration of the orthodox Christian faith and all academic disciplines and requires that faculty (full-time and adjunct) profess faith in Jesus Christ. Therefore, we ask that you provide a statement (750 words or less) in which you:
- Discuss your faith in relationship to the University’s Doctrinal Statement and Community Agreement.
- Describe your engagement with a local congregation or faith community.
- research statement,
- teaching philosophy,
- statement of the integration of faith and learning in the academic discipline, and
- names and contact information for three professional references.
Apply to: Dr. Carrie Stroup, Interim Provost
Malone University
2600 Cleveland Ave NW
Canton OH 44709-3897
Email to: provost@malone.edu
The review of applications will begin in November of 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
Malone University has an established policy of equal academic and employment opportunity. This policy is applied to all qualified students, employees and applicants for admission or employment, in all university programs and activities, without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, or military or veteran status. Malone University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.