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University of Kentucky

Assistant Professor in Social Work

University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky, us, 40598


Minimum Qualifications:MSW (or equivalent) and PhD in Social Work or a related field (ABD will be considered)Strong potential for producing high-quality scholarship and securing external fundingAbility to foster, develop, and/or maintain positive professional relationships with local, state, federal, and private social service agencies/organizations/associationsAbility to perform the physical requirements of the positionJob Summary:THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY, COLLEGE OF SOCIAL WORK (CoSW) is a renowned leader in social work. Our mission is clear: Through rigorous research, excellence in instruction, and steadfast service, the CoSW works to improve the human condition.CoSW is committed to actualizing our mission through innovative, accessible academic programming. CoSW offers several undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, including: Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, Bachelor of Arts in Social Work, Master of Science in Criminal Justice, Master of Social Work, Doctorate of Social Work, Ph.D. in Social Work, and multiple graduate certificate programs.To continue to advance our support infrastructure for CoSW, we invite applicants for 9-month, tenure eligible, Assistant Professor positions in the Regular Title Series to begin as early as January 2025 or August 2025.Successful candidates are expected to develop and maintain a strong record of high-impact scholarship (e.g., publications, presentations) and a dynamic, externally funded research program. In addition, successful candidates are expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses. Candidates with research/teaching interests and expertise in areas such as clinical practice, behavioral health, substance use disorder(s), child welfare, interpersonal violence, health disparities, community engagement, and/or differential system impacts among underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.The University of Kentucky offers comprehensive benefits. To find out more information, please visit:

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/our-benefits .Procedure for Candidacy:Letter of interest detailing applicant’s goodness of fit for the position, a brief discussion of research agenda, and relevant teaching experience.

(upload as Cover Letter)Research statement that summarizes applicant’s current interests, trajectory, and impact on the field

(upload as Special Request #1)Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled.Our University Community:We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients, and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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