Social Work Tenure Track Faculty

The University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work invites applications for an open-rank tenure-stream position. Rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The start date is fall 2025.

This search is substantively broad. Regardless of substantive focus, we seek a colleague who embraces and amplifies our schools commitment to anti-racism, anti-oppression, collaborative engagement, and collective liberation. We expect all faculty members to bring a critical social work lens to research that is community-engaged, with real-world impact, that focuses on addressing disparities and working towards justice, and that recognizes systemic issues that underlie complex social problems.

The School of Social Work has an established record of excellence in research and education, strong community engagement and connections, and a rich network of diverse colleagues with complementary and overlapping interests. The school includes the Center on Race and Social Problems CRSP, Research on Innovations in Services and Equity in Mental Health RISE-MH, the Child Welfare Education and Research Program CWERP, and newly-formed faculty-led collaboratives in aging, human flourishing, caregiving, and critically evaluating the role of social work in society.

The School is consistently ranked among the top schools of social work in the nation and is known for its strong educational programs BASW, MSW [COSA and Direct Practice], and Ph.D.. In addition, the School is a leader in community-engaged work and partnerships. Faculty are committed to collaborative relationships across disciplines and with community partners to conduct research that develops and advances innovative approaches to understand, prevent, and ameliorate complex social problems and promote social justice. Our combination of resources, activities, and colleagues within and beyond the School provides an intellectually stimulating and supportive environment. We seek a colleague who is excited by the possibilities of transforming society and will bring expertise and excellence in their substantive sphere to expand the capacity and impact of our diverse intellectual and collaborative community.

REQUIREMENTS AND POSITION DESCRIPTION

This position requires an earned doctorate in social work or a related discipline, relevant experience and credentials, a strong commitment to teaching, research, and community engagement, and clear evidence of potential for high-impact scholarship. An MSW and two years of practice experience are preferred but not required. We welcome applicants with all substantive foci and particularly welcome colleagues who bring expertise in health systems and integrated health care, social movements and social change, interpersonal violence, substance use, administration or intervention in community-based organizations, and environmental justice.

TO APPLY

Complete applications will include:

1. 1. Cover letter outlining interests/expertise, research, practice, and teaching experience 2. Curriculum vitae 3. Two samples of scholarly writing 4. Contact information for three professional references

If you have any questions, please contact Mike Jasek at MSJ15@pitt.edu

Review of applications will begin in early October 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disa ility/vets.

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