College of Arts and Science- Assistant Professor- Tenure Track- Social Work

Position Information School/College College of Arts and Sciences Title College of Arts and Science- Assistant Professor- Tenure Track- Social Work Assignment Category Full-Time Rank Assistant Professor Tenure Status Tenure Track Payroll Status Faculty 9 Job Description The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking applications for two (2) full-time, nine-month Assistant Professor, tenure track position in the Department of Social Work starting August 15, 2024.
The Department is interested in applicants with research agendas in the following areas: Minority health/ minority mental health; health equity; mental health; aging and health; racial justice, anti-oppressive practice; substance use and addictions; child welfare; and interpersonal violence.
Successful candidates should be able to contribute to the diversity and excellence within the Department through their research, teaching, and service.
Candidates for this position must possess an MSW and PhD in Social Work or an allied profession at the time of the appointment.
The UAB Department of Social Work has a diverse and nationally recognized faculty with expertise in the areas of health, behavioral health, child welfare, program evaluation, and educational innovation.
The faculty engage in collaborative research with colleagues across the UAB Campus, including the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, and Public Health.
The Department also has strong connections to community-based agencies throughout Alabama, which provide exceptional field placements for students and collaborative research opportunities.
All faculty and staff in the Department are strongly committed to a research and teaching mission focused on promoting social and economic justice and improving the health and well-being of underserved individuals and communities.
The Department’s BSSW Program has been accredited for over 40 years, serving approximately 150 majors annually.
The MSW Program provides a specialized curriculum in clinical health and behavioral health, with an enrollment of approximately 100 students.
Both programs collaborate with other health science programs across the campus through research and robust simulation and interprofessional learning activities.
More information about the Department may be found at www.
uab.
edu/cas/socialwork The Department of Social Work is situated in the UAB College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), which includes 19 academic departments representing arts and humanities and social and physical sciences.
CAS is home to over 300 full-time faculty and over 40 baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees, making it the largest academic entity in the UAB academic enterprise.
Additionally, CAS supports numerous research centers, community outreach programs, and interdisciplinary programs.
More information about the College may be found at https://www.
uab.
edu/cas/home/ Known for its innovative and interdisciplinary approach to education at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, the University of Alabama at Birmingham, a part of the University of Alabama System, is an internationally renowned research university and academic medical center with over $600 million in research awards annually, as well as Alabama’s largest single employer, with some 26,000 employees, and has an annual economic impact exceeding more than $7.
15 billion on the state.
The pillars of UAB’s mission include education, research, innovation and economic development, community engagement, and patient care.
Learn more at www.
uab.
edu.
Application Deadline Review of completed applications will begin on November 1, 2023, and continue until positions are filled.
Questions may be directed to Dr.
Laurel Hitchcock, Search Committee Chair, at lihitch@uab.
edu.
The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) treasures the rich diversity of our student body and is committed to their success.
Members of the CAS community are expected to reflect our values for inclusive excellence in our work and learning environment and our efforts to serve and engage the community.
Required Qualifications Ph.
D.
in Social Work or allied field, including but not limited to public health, sociology, psychology, and criminal justice.
MSW from an accredited social work program.
Demonstrated evidence or potential for research productivity relative to career stage.
Preferred Qualifications Prior experience with College or University teaching.
Experience with multiple teaching modalities at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
Two years practice experience and license eligible.
Posting Detail Information Posting Number F2219P Open Date 10/03/2023 Close Date Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants EEO Statement UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation.
UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.
COVID-19 Vaccination Statement The laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination continue to evolve.
Please be aware that UAB may determine that obtaining the COVID-19 or related vaccination is a requirement for this position, based on legal changes or otherwise.
If that occurs, the successful candidate may be required to submit proof of vaccination or obtain an approved vaccination exemption as a condition of employment.
Pre-employment Background Check A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
Drug/Nicotine Screen (if applicable)