Description:

The Graduate College of Social Work (GCSW) at the University of Houston invites applicants whose research, scholarship, and teaching advance the social work profession and contribute to achieving this mission for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor.

Successful candidates are expected to develop and maintain a dynamic, externally funded research program and strong record of high-impact scholarship (e.g., publications, presentations, etc.).

We are especially interested in applicants whose teaching, research and scholarship align with the following areas:
-Health equity/social determinants of health, Aging/Gerontological Social Work, Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Addiction Services,
-Intersections of artificial intelligence (AI), human-centered design, and the future of social work—driving transformative approaches to ethical use, practice, education, and research that makes an impact..
-Macro practice/Workforce expansion, social policy/advocacy, Community Innovation and Global Efforts, and leadership development

We are seeking bold, forward-thinking applicants who will help advance our growing programs while envisioning new and innovative pathways to expand and transform the social work workforce. We are interested in candidates with a background in rigorous research methods that can support the College’s mission.

We seek visionary colleagues to join a dynamic faculty united in advancing excellence, innovation, and student success. The successful candidate will help shape the future of our programs through engaged service, program leadership, and curriculum design, and help to create transformative learning experiences that empower the next generation of social work practitioners, leaders, researchers, advocates, and healers.

The GCSW is the largest graduate social work program located in Houston, the fourth largest city in the United States. The University of Houston is the flagship campus of a state-assisted higher education system that enrolls over 70,000 students (system-wide) and will celebrate its Centennial Year in 2027. Likewise, the GCSW will celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2027 as well.

We welcome candidates whose interests and experience in teaching, research, or community engagement has prepared them to contribute to our strategic plan, Charting Our Path To Excellence. Our MSW program offers face-to-face, hybrid, and online curriculum options. Our PhD program focuses on developing scholars that contribute to evidence-based social work, research, and macro-level initiatives/opportunities. As a Graduate-only College, the GCSW serves approximately 500 MSW and 33 PhD students.

The University of Houston is a member of the Texas Medical Center, which includes the MD Anderson Cancer Center, UT Medical School, Michael E. DeBakey Veteran’s Administration Medical Center, and Baylor College of Medicine. In addition, UH is home to the newly established UH Tilman J. Fertitta College of Medicine. This environment is rich in potential for numerous collaborative opportunities. Our faculty are actively engaged in groundbreaking research and scholarship to address complex challenges facing society. Over the last 5 years, the GCSW faculty has secured over $20 million in external grant funding. For more information, please visit our web site at www.uh.edu/socialwork.

Salary and rank commensurate with experience.

The University of Houston is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

Required Qualifications
• Ph.D. in Social Work, DSW, or an equivalent doctoral degree in a related discipline from an accredited institution. ABD's will be considered if degree is earned by the start of the appointment
• Record of scholarly productivity, including peer-reviewed publications, presentations, etc.
• Show clear evidence of potential for impact and excellence in research, teaching, scholarship, and community engagement
• Strong potential for securing external funding

Preferred Qualifications
• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program
• A research agenda showing opportunities for collaboration with the other units/disciplines on campus including the UH Tillman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine and faculty at UH.
• A publication record and current funding or evidence of potential for external funding.
• Teaching experience in higher education
• Two years of post MSW social work practice experience

Required Attachments
• Cover Letter
• CV
• Teaching Philosophy
• Contact Information for at least 3 reference letter writers

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidates.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.