Lecturer - Health and Behavioral Health Policy

College/School/Unit: School of Social Work

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Posted: Oct 3, 2025

Apply By: Nov 3, 2025

The University of Texas School of Social Work (UTSW) invites applications for professional track faculty position (Lecturer) with a focus on health and behavioral health policy and macrosocial work. This position comes with a nine-month appointment for one year, after which time and concurrent with favorable evaluations, it may be renewed with two year rolling appointments. We seek candidates whose teaching advances understanding of health and behavioral health systems, service delivery, and policy innovations that improve outcomes for individuals, families, and communities.

Areas of interest include (but are not limited to):

• Mental health and substance use policy
• Behavioral health workforce development
• Health delivery and access to behavioral health care
• Integration of behavioral health within primary care and public health systems
• Financing and regulation of behavioral health services
• Policy analysis and evaluation methods

Responsibilities:

• Teach six courses (three each semester) in bachelor's and/or master's degree programs and certification programs in behavioral health policy, social policy, or related areas
• Robust service to the School and University, as well as to the city, state, nation, and the social work profession
• Mentor students in professional development
• Engage with UTSW's partners in collaborative, interdisciplinary initiatives across the university (e.g., with Dell Medical School, LBJ School of Public Affairs, Population Health)
• Contribute to service and leadership within the School, University, and profession including (but not limited to) committee service and serving as course lead

Qualifications:

• A Master of Social Work (MSW) or equivalent degree is required, a doctorate in social work (PhD or DSW) is preferred
• Evidence of (or strong potential for) a strong record of teaching and service
• Commitment to teaching excellence and mentorship of heterogeneous student populations
• Demonstrated ability (or potential) to collaborate in interdisciplinary teaching and service

Application Instructions:

Please send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information for four referees (who will not be contacted without the candidate's permission).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

To apply, visit https://faculty.utexas.edu/career/170738