"Assistant Professor, Tenure Track, School of Social Work"

The School of Social Work

The School of Social Work offers on campus BSW and MSW degrees, an online BSW degree, and an online master’s in Health Administration to more than 700 students. The School of Social Work offers a highly supportive, collegial and friendly academic culture. There are special opportunities for collaborations with highly regarded, local, health and educational entities such as the Cincinnati Public Schools, the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati Veterans Affairs, and UC Health as well as over 200 social service and behavioral health care agencies in the Greater Cincinnati area. The School of Social Work includes a Child Welfare IV-E program, a Pupil License Certification for School Social Work, the James E. Gruber Endowed Fund for Aging Education which supports programming for interprofessional education in gerontological practice, and a robust study abroad program at the BSW and MSW levels. Within the School of Social Work, there are several collaborations with the College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services, as well as the Colleges of Nursing, Pharmacy and Medicine. Candidates with an interdisciplinary perspective whose research focuses on health, mental health and substance use disorders are encouraged to apply. We are particularly interested in candidates dedicated to research, teaching and service who can teach direct practice courses.

Job Overview

The School of Social Work at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for a 9-month faculty position at the rank of assistant professor for fall 2026. The faculty member will contribute to the department’s teaching, research, and service missions.

Essential Functions

• The primary responsibility is to conduct research, teach (in person and online) in relevant content areas, and provide service to the School of Social Work, College of Allied Health and the University of Cincinnati.
• Candidates with content and research expertise in substance use, children and youth, and/or health care practice are invited to apply.
• Research activity includes, but is not limited to, pursuit of funding, student mentorship, and dissemination of research findings.
• Experience with innovative academic delivery systems, including online instructional technology is necessary.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s in social work and PhD in Social Work or related field from an accredited institution
• Minimum of two (2) years teaching experience online and in person
• Minimum of two (2) years post MSW practice experience
• Prior scholarly works published or presented
• Current knowledge and skill in the use of computer technology and educational learning management systems
• Strong organizational skills; strong interpersonal skills including communication, problem solving, conflict management, and follow-through
• Ability to work independently
• Interest and ability to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to assist with tasks assigned by Department Chair

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Research expertise in substance use, mental health and/or healthcare practice
• Able to teach clinical courses such as Assessment and Diagnosis
• Licensed at the highest level in the state residing
• Active in professional activities at local, state, and/or national levels
• Prior grant funding
• Prior employment and/or collaborations with institutions such as medical centers, children’s hospitals and veteran’s centers

Application Process

Applicants should submit:

• Cover letter describing qualifications and interest in the position.
• Current CV.
• A Research Statement
• Statement of teaching philosophy.
• A list of at least three (3) professional references with contact information.
• Teaching evaluations will be requested if the candidate is invited to campus

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html

Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.