SW - Endowed Academic Chair for Social Work and Health - Full Professor - Tenure/Tenure Track - 527571
About The Position
The School of Social Work at The University of Alabama invites nominations and applications for the Endowed Academic Chair for Social Work and Health. Applicants should be eligible for appointment at the rank of full professor with tenure. The position is a nine-month, full time, academic appointment. We seek a colleague with a doctorate in social work or a related discipline who has: an exceptionally strong record of scholarship in the field of health, with a particular focus on promoting health equity and supporting vulnerable groups, ideally across the lifespan; evidence of interdisciplinary or interprofessional collaboration; a vibrant history of ongoing mentorship with colleagues and students; meaningful work in social determinants of health and community-based approaches; and an ongoing chronicled narrative of externally funded research. Review of applications begins December 1, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. This is not a remote position. Detailed Position Information The School of Social Work at The University of Alabama invites nominations and applications for the Endowed Academic Chair for Social Work and Health. Applicants should be eligible for appointment at the rank of full professor with tenure. The position is a nine-month, full time, academic appointment. This is not a remote position.
Requirements
- Doctorate in social work or a related discipline
- Exceptionally strong record of scholarship in the field of health, with a particular focus on promoting health equity and supporting vulnerable groups, ideally across the lifespan
- Evidence of interdisciplinary or interprofessional collaboration
- A vibrant history of ongoing mentorship with colleagues and students
- Meaningful work in social determinants of health and community-based approaches
- Ongoing chronicled narrative of externally funded research
Responsibilities
- Actively engaged in research
- Teaching of courses
- Service to the university, community and profession
- Seek external funding
- Mentor junior colleagues and students in developing and carrying out their research and scholarship activities
- Classroom and or online teaching in the chair's area of expertise
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
