Social Work Professor (open rank), Tenure Stream

University of Pittsburgh • Pittsburgh, PA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work is seeking to fill two open-rank tenure-stream positions. The rank will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the selected candidates. The positions are set to begin in the fall of 2026. The school is particularly interested in hiring at least one new colleague with expertise in health, health care, health systems, and/or integrated health care, including mental health and substance use systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong connection to health systems and community-based organizations, contributing to research, curriculum development, and student education. Competitive applicants will possess a holistic, critical, and empirical approach to intervention, implementation, and/or services research aimed at enhancing healthcare systems, improving access, equity, and quality, and advancing the integration of behavioral health, physical health, and disability services. Specific areas of focus are open and may include particular health conditions, substance use, mental health, specific age groups, or underserved populations, as well as the integration of behavioral health in physical health settings or vice versa. Additionally, the school welcomes applicants who can enhance their existing scholarly and educational efforts in areas such as mental health, substance use, gerontology, gender-based violence, social movements, and disability justice. A commitment to anti-racism, anti-oppression, collaborative engagement, and collective liberation is expected, along with a critical social work lens applied to community-engaged research with real-world impact, focusing on disparities and systemic issues. The University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work is recognized for its research and education excellence, strong community ties, and a collaborative network of scholars. It is consistently ranked among the top social work schools nationally, known for its robust educational programs (BASW, MSW, Ph.D.), community-engaged work, and supportive academic environment. The school seeks individuals passionate about societal transformation and who bring expertise to enhance its capacity and impact.

Requirements

• Earned doctorate in social work or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience and credentials.
• Strong commitment to teaching and research.
• Clear evidence of potential for high-impact scholarship.
• Conducting cutting-edge research that can help transform knowledge, practice, policy, and social work education.
• Shares the school's focus on interdisciplinary, intersectional, and community-engaged scholarship.

Nice To Haves

• MSW degree.
• Two years of practice experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-impact scholarship and research.
• Contribute to teaching and curriculum development.
• Engage in community-engaged research with real-world impact.
• Address disparities and work towards social justice.
• Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines and with community partners.
• Contribute to the school's commitment to anti-racism, anti-oppression, collaborative engagement, and collective liberation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree