College Of Arts And Science- Assistant Professor- Tenure Track- Social Work - F1948p
Company:
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Job Location:
Birmingham, Alabama
Category:
Social Work
School/College: College of Arts and Sciences
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 positions in the Department of Social Work to begin August 15, 2023. The Department is interested in applicants with a focus on minority health (broadly defined) and/or mental health research. 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 a 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, as well as improving the health and well-being of underserved individuals and communities. The Department's BSW Program has been accredited for over 40 years, serving approximately 200 majors a year. The MSW Program provides a specialized curriculum in clinical health and behavioral health, with a current enrollment of approximately 80 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 as well as social and physical sciences. CAS is home to over 300 full-time faculty and more than 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 Submission
Interested individual are encouraged to apply online at https://uab.peopleadmin.com/postings/16845.
Completed applications must include the following items:
1) cover letter detailing interest in the position
2) curriculum vitae
3) research statement/agenda
4) teaching philosophy
5) contact information for three professional recommendations
Application Deadline
Review of completed applications will begin on November 1, 2022 and will continue until positions are filled. Questions may be directed to Dr. Dione M. King, Search Committee Chair at dking1@uab.edu.
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.
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 both our work and learning environment as well as in our efforts to serve and engage the community.
A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
Required Qualifications
PhD 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 in minority health (broadly defined) and/or mental health research 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
Open Date: 10/07/2022
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.
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 both our work and learning environment as well as in our efforts to serve and engage the community.
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.
About University of Alabama at Birmingham
To learn more about the University of Alabama at Birmingham click here.
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 positions in the Department of Social Work to begin August 15, 2023. The Department is interested in applicants with a focus on minority health (broadly defined) and/or mental health research. 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 a 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, as well as improving the health and well-being of underserved individuals and communities. The Department's BSW Program has been accredited for over 40 years, serving approximately 200 majors a year. The MSW Program provides a specialized curriculum in clinical health and behavioral health, with a current enrollment of approximately 80 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 as well as social and physical sciences. CAS is home to over 300 full-time faculty and more than 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 Submission
Interested individual are encouraged to apply online at https://uab.peopleadmin.com/postings/16845.
Completed applications must include the following items:
1) cover letter detailing interest in the position
2) curriculum vitae
3) research statement/agenda
4) teaching philosophy
5) contact information for three professional recommendations
Application Deadline
Review of completed applications will begin on November 1, 2022 and will continue until positions are filled. Questions may be directed to Dr. Dione M. King, Search Committee Chair at dking1@uab.edu.
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.
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 both our work and learning environment as well as in our efforts to serve and engage the community.
A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
Required Qualifications
PhD 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 in minority health (broadly defined) and/or mental health research 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
Open Date: 10/07/2022
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.
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 both our work and learning environment as well as in our efforts to serve and engage the community.
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.
About University of Alabama at Birmingham
To learn more about the University of Alabama at Birmingham click here.
