Position Information
Proposed Faculty Rank Open Rank Tenure Line
Department 00166 - College of Social Work
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Tenure Track
New Position to Begin July 1, 2026
Details
The University of Utah College of Social Work ("College") invites applications for multiple 9-month open rank tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor with responsibilities in scholarly research and instruction at the undergraduate ( BSW ) and graduate ( MSW ) levels. The College is interested in candidates whose innovative ideas and research agenda will support students' transformation of policies, practice, and interventions to alleviate human suffering, enhance well-being, and promote social justice. The College is interested in candidates whose teaching focuses on mental health; child welfare; substance use and addictions; organizations and communities; diversity, human rights, and social justice; and technology in social work practice; however, candidates with teaching interests and/or expertise in other areas are encouraged to apply. The candidates selected for these positions will be outstanding scholars-with a strong scholarly record and external funding agenda; and teachers-with a record of excellence in teaching and student support-consistent with the appropriate rank of faculty appointment they are applying for.This is an "in person" position, and the successful candidate will work on site at the College in Salt Lake City.
The University of Utah and the College value candidates who have experience working in settings with students from various backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Required Qualifications
Applicants must have a doctorate in social work or a related field (e.g., Psychology, Public Health, Gerontology, Applied Sociology) by the time of appointment; an MSW degree is strongly preferred. Candidates should demonstrate a history of or capacity for a strong record of publications; commitment to preparing research proposals for external funding; record of excellence in teaching; and record of professional and community service. Applicants who are ABD may also apply if successful defense of the dissertation occurs prior to appointment. Successful candidates will have at least two years of full-time, post-master's professional social work experience, enabling them to teach practice courses.
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses during fall and spring semester.
Prepare, design, and deliver lectures and course content.
Utilize innovative and inclusive teaching methods to engage diverse learners
Facilitate class discussions and activities.
Create and administer course assignments, examinations, and other assessments.
Proactively engage with and support the success of students
Support and contribute to curriculum development efforts as needed for courses
Ensure the quality of teaching by engaging in ongoing professional development opportunities.
Conduct original research in social work or related fields.
Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals, books, or other scholarly outlets.
Seek external funding through grants to support research initiatives.
Present research at academic conferences and professional gatherings.
Contribute to curriculum development and program accreditation efforts.
Engage with the local community and professional organizations to promote social work values.
Create and maintain cooperative, collaborative, and effective working relationships with administrators, faculty members, and staff in the delivery of courses and programs.
Participate in college and university committees.
Perform other duties as assigned by the dean.
College, University, and Environment:
The University of Utah is a member of the exclusive Association of American Universities ( AAU ) and has been classified by theCarnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Educationas a Research 1 institution with an elective Community Engagement classification. As the state's flagship university, it boasts Utah's only academic medical center. The University is located in Salt Lake City at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains. This location offers unparalleled opportunities for outdoor recreation, with ten world-class ski resorts and five national parks within hours of the city. Salt Lake City is the center of a metropolitan area with a population of approximately one million residents, has extensive arts and cultural activities, and has a major international airport with a Delta Airlines hub and direct flights to most U.S. cities and direct international flights to Paris, London, Amsterdam, and Mexico City. The area has received international recognition for its light rail system, foodie culture, and downtown renewal. In 2024,U.S News and World Report ranked Utahat the top of their Best States rankings. Utah is home to eight federally recognized Native American Tribes, which are honored in theUniversity's Indigenous Land Acknowledgement.
The College, established in 1937, is the only institution in the Intermountain West that offers all three degrees in social work: BSW , MSW , and Ph.D. In 2024, U.S. News and World Report ranked the College #36 in the nation, and Academic Analytics ranked the College #13 in the nation for NIH grant funding. The College houses two research centers-the Social Research Institute and the Utah Criminal Justice Center-which provide faculty and students with interdisciplinary, highly impactful research opportunities and support for the development and implementation of funded research projects. Currently, College faculty are leading a number of federally-, state-, and foundation-funded translational research projects to advance social work research and innovate evidence-based practices for vulnerable populations. The College's Goodwill Humanitarian Building features state-of-the-art clinical training suites equipped with one-way mirrors and audio-visual technology for real-time clinical supervision and feedback.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:
https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
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Special Instructions for Candidates
Candidates should submit the following:
A letter of application that details your interests and qualifications in teaching and scholarship, and your fit with the position;
List of the social work courses you are qualified to teach;
A complete and current curriculum vitae;
A list of three professional references with contact information (all external to the University of Utah); and
Copies of available teaching evaluations (in-person and/or online courses) for the last three years.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. Inquiries regarding the position may be directed to the Faculty Search Committee Chair, Dr. Jason Castillo, atjason.castillo@socwk.utah.eduand/or (801) 585-9592. Please visit our faculty recruitment page athttps://socialwork.utah.edu/imagine-more/for more information about the College of Social Work and current and upcoming initiatives.
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN01398CF
Type Faculty
