Associate or Full Professor & Associate Dean for Research

Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton Campus

Faculty appointment in the Sandler School of Social Work or the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice

POSITION SUMMARY

The College of Social Work and Criminal Justice (CSWCJ) at Florida Atlantic University is seeking an established educator, scholar, and leader to join our faculty and administrative team. The Associate Dean for Research (ADR) shall be appointed by the Dean of the College of Social Work and Criminal Justice with consultation from the faculty of the college. The Associate Dean for Research is a member of the Dean’s Executive Team as well as a member of the Sandler School of Social Work or School of Criminology and Criminal Justice faculty.

FEATURED RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enhances college-wide research strategies aligned with FAU’s R1 status and goals and the strategic priorities of the College of Social Work and Criminal Justice
• Cultivates an environment that supports high-impact, interdisciplinary, and translational research
• Expands faculty’s external funding through federal, state, foundation, and private sources.
• Provides training and professional development opportunities for faculty, staff, post docs, and graduate students in research methods, grant writing, and project management
• Leads initiatives to recruit and retain research-active faculty

QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctoral degree in Social Work, Criminology, Criminal Justice, or related discipline
• Distinguished record of externally funded research and scholarly achievement
• Deep understanding of research infrastructure, compliance, and funding agency requirements
• Experience in academic administration and/or leadership in higher education
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to community-engaged research and working in and fostering a cohesive and productive faculty, staff, and student environment

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Application Deadline: October 25, 2025