Colby-Sawyer College is a comprehensive liberal arts-based institution located in the scenic Lake Sunapee area of New Hampshire. We have friendly people, beautiful nature, and small-town amenities and shops. We are located about 35 minutes south of Dartmouth College and just 1 hour 30 minutes from Boston. For more information see Lake Sunapee Region Chamber of Commerce, NH .
We strive to always be a people-first organization. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all employees. If you are looking for a place where you will feel welcome and that you belong, Colby-Sawyer College is that place.
Colby-Sawyer is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to share what they can offer and how they can help us to achieve and maintain these values in their cover letter.
Interested candidates may also visit Human Resources in Colgate Hall Room 230, Monday through Friday from 8am - 5pm, to alternatively complete a paper application.
Review of candidates will continue until the position is filled.
Colby-Sawyer College is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment which celebrates multiple perspectives. Under institutional policy, as well as under state and federal law (including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and the Age Discrimination Act), Colby-Sawyer College does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices or its admission practices on the basis of race or ethnicity; color; national origin; religion; age; mental or physical disability; parental, family or marital status; veteran status; or sex (including pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or gender expression). Further, Colby-Sawyer College prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates.
The college recognizes that harassment related to an individual's sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression can occur in conjunction with misconduct related to an individual's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, or disability. Targeting individuals on the basis of these characteristics is also a violation of the college policy. Under these circumstances, the college will coordinate the investigation and resolution efforts outlined in the college’s Sex-based Discrimination and Sex-based Harassment Policy and Grievance Procedures as well as the Code of Community Responsibility (for students) and Employee Handbook (for employees), to address harassment related to the targeted individual's sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression together with the conduct related to the targeted individual’s race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age or disability.
Colby-Sawyer College invites applications for a twelve-month, non-tenure track Assistant Professor position in the Master of Social Work (MSW) program, reporting to the MSW Program Director and Social Sciences Department Chair. The individual selected for this position will be an integral part of the continued building of the online MSW program at Colby-Sawyer. Individuals who wish to join a team valuing diversity, collegiality, and flexibility and who are interested in growing with a smaller, student-centered program are encouraged to apply. This a five-year contract position with eligibility for renewal or conversion to a tenure eligible position. Remote candidates will be considered.
This position may be based on our New London, NH campus or remotely. Candidates who indicate a preference to work remotely will be provided equal consideration. We seek a licensed clinician with experience and effectiveness in teaching courses focused on children and families, trauma, addiction, medical social work, and/or research at the graduate level. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency with online course development, familiarity with CSWE core competencies, and at least two years of post-MSW clinical experience.
Start date is January 4, 2027.
Teaching responsibilities include up to 27 credits annually (up to nine courses across 6 terms), delivered in an eight-week online course format. Faculty receive one eight-week teaching release each calendar year as part of their 12-month appointment. During the initial appointment period (January–May 2027), the successful candidate will teach one course while focusing primarily on course development, assessment planning, and integration into the MSW program and the Colby-Sawyer College community in preparation for a full teaching load beginning in May 2027.
In addition to teaching, the faculty member will contribute to the ongoing governance, administration, and continuous improvement of the MSW program through activities such as academic planning, curriculum development and review, program assessment, accreditation support, student mentoring, and other program initiatives. Should the position transition to a tenure-eligible appointment, the faculty member will be expected to engage fully in the teaching, scholarship, and service responsibilities outlined in the Colby-Sawyer College Faculty Handbook.
Responsibilities:
- Teach up to nine academic courses across the 12-month academic year, for a total of 27 credits. Teaching responsibilities in academic courses includes one hour of weekly, synchronous instruction per course and asynchronous, video-based support.
- Expected course responsibilities include generalist year courses and specialist offerings in areas of children, youth, and families, trauma, addiction and recovery, medical social work, and/or research methods.
- Support and empower a diverse graduate student population.
- Work alongside MSW faculty and staff to develop and maintain a consistent, online presentation.
- Participate in review of MSW courses, curricula, and program assessment.
- Manage existing practicum placements and communicate with Program and Practicum Directors regarding any disruptions or issues.
- Collaborate with the Program Director and academic advisors to address academic issues as they relate to courses taught.
- Participate in accreditation-related tasks associated with the MSW program as requested.
- Contribute to the evaluation of MSW student academic achievement and other evaluative processes of the College.
- Active involvement in relevant admissions events and program-related activities adding to growth of the MSW program.
- Attend and participate at faculty and relevant administrative meetings virtually or in person.
- Engage actively in committee work in the governance of the College, if applicable.
- Maintain currency on any licensure and CEU credit requirements for the acquisition and maintenance of self-licensure (LMSW/LICSW).
- Keep abreast of relevant CSWE-related information, like-programs, and the field of social work.
- Maintain appropriate scholarly engagement.
- An MSW from a CSWE-accredited program.
- At least two years of post-MSW clinical experience.
- Demonstrated teaching excellence at the college/university level, with experience in higher education in an online setting and using an online course management system (Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard).
- Evidence of, or clear potential for, teaching and supporting MSW students of diverse backgrounds at the graduate level.
- A strong commitment anti-racist, anti-oppressive practices.
- Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues related to curricular initiatives, teaching responsibilities, and student support.
- Professional engagement.
Preferred qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Social Work, Social Welfare, or a related discipline (DSW will also be considered).
- Current LCSW/LICSW.
- At least five years of teaching experience at the graduate level, including courses in family, substance use and addiction, and/or medical social work.
- Demonstrated effectiveness teaching practice/clinical MSW courses.
- Knowledge of CSWE 2022 EPAS and related standards.
Candidates, please submit the following:
- A letter of application detailing qualifications in teaching (including practicum courses) addressing fluency in including diversity-related content within an inclusive classroom and listing social work courses taught and qualified to teach.
- A current curriculum vitae.
- A list of three professional references with contact information. References will not be contacted without prior notice to the candidate.
- Student course evaluations from at least three courses.
All materials must be submitted for an application to be reviewed, and formal review of materials will begin on August 24, 2026. Questions may be directed to MSW Program Director [email protected].
