Working title:

Professor of Social Work

Official title:

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR(C40NN)

Degree and area of specialization:

PhD in Social work or a related field is required by the start date of the appointment. MSW degree preferred but not required.

Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:

The successful candidate will show evidence for the ability to achieve excellence in a program of scholarly research and the potential for or demonstrated excellence in teaching. University teaching and post-MSW practice experience preferred but not required.

Principal duties:

The School of Social Work seeks candidates for this position with programs of research in any area of specialization, including but not limited to macro practice, substance abuse, health practice, and child welfare practice. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to research, scholarship, and professional education, as well as competence in addressing issues of diversity.

Duties will include scholarly research and teaching responsibilities, as well as University and community service.

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION

Application must be received by: OCTOBER 15, 2008

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please send a cover letter describing your qualifications, program of research and teaching interests; a curriculum vitae; three letters of reference; evidence of teaching excellence; and copies of publications or other writing samples of scholarly work to Professor Stephanie Robert, Chair of the Search Committee. Application review will begin October 15, 2008.

Unless another application procedure has been specified above, please send resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy Listing #59720 to