"Assistant or Associate Professor - Family Science and Social Work"

Job Description Summary

Assistant or Associate Professor to teach graduate and undergraduate social work and/or family science courses; maintain an active research agenda; pursue external funding; advise undergraduate and graduate students; and be engaged in service at the departmental, college, University, and professional discipline levels. Appointment will begin in August 2026.

Job Description

Assistant or Associate Professor to teach graduate and undergraduate social work and/or family science courses; maintain an active research agenda; pursue external funding; advise undergraduate and graduate students; and be engaged in service at the departmental, college, University, and professional discipline levels. Appointment will begin in August 2026.

The College of Education, Health and Society:

The vision of the College of Education, Health, and Society is to foster critically engaged leaders prepared to take on complex and interdisciplinary challenges through transdisciplinary problem-solving that seeks equity and justice in our changing global society. The College embraces the rich opportunities available for cross-disciplinary collaboration across its six departments (Educational Leadership; Educational Psychology; Family Science and Social Work; Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health; Sport Leadership and Management; and Teaching, Curriculum, and Educational Inquiry).

Established in 1809, Miami University consistently ranks among the top national public universities for providing students with a superior education and exceptional value. Miami is located in the quintessential college town of Oxford, Ohio, with polytechnic campuses in Hamilton and Middletown, a learning center in West Chester, a European study center in Luxembourg, and a 100% virtual option in Miami Online. A comprehensive research university, Miami empowers students to engage with premiere teacher-scholars and benefit from a well-rounded liberal arts foundation and vibrant campus experience to develop lifelong skills for any career. With more than 240,000 high-achieving alumni, students gain access to an extensive and supportive community that opens doors globally and leads to amazing outcomes. With an ambition to effect meaningful change, Miami delivers the resources and experiences that prepare graduates to learn with purpose and lead with courage.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s in Social Work (MSW or equivalent) from a CSWE-accredited program, earned doctorate (DSW or Ph.D.) in Social Work or a closely related field by date of appointment, and two years post-MSW practice experience for appointment as Assistant Professor.

Master’s in Social Work (MSW or equivalent) from a CSWE-accredited program, a doctorate (DSW or Ph.D) in Social Work or a closely related field, two years of post-MSW practice experience, established publication record in high-impact journals, history of external grant funding, and a minimum of five years of teaching experience in higher education for appointment as Associate Professor.

Consideration for Assistant Professor may be given to candidates with more than two years of full-time post-MSW social work practice experience; prior teaching and research experience; and/or familiarity with or experience in external grant writing. The ideal candidate will enhance the current research and practice expertise of the faculty and/or introduce innovative directions. All areas of research and practice focus are welcome. Consideration for Associate Professor may be given to candidates with evidence of teaching effectiveness; experience in social work education-teaching and curriculum development; and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Required Application Documents

Submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and a statement of teaching philosophy.

Special Instructions (if applicable)

For inquiries about posting, contact Dr. Angela Curl at curla@miamioh.edu. Screening of applications will begin two weeks after the position is posted, and will continue until the position is filled.