Tenure Track Assistant Professor Position – University of Louisville
Kent School of Social Work & Family Science
Position Overview: The Raymond A. Kent School of Social Work and Family Science at the University of Louisville (UofL) invites applications for a full-time, 10-month, tenure-track assistant professor position that will begin August 1, 2025. We are seeking candidates with expertise in substance use and substance use disorders.
Inclusiveness and diversity are integral to Kent School’s commitment to excellence in research, engagement, and education. The Kent School encourages candidates to apply whose research addresses the needs and experiences of diverse populations, and who have demonstrated the ability to create inclusive work environments, collaborate effectively on diverse teams, and support the increasingly diverse student body we admit and aim to attract.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Earned doctorate in social work, family science, or a related field by the start date
- Evidence of successful scholarship development
- Expertise in substance use and substance use disorders
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in social work
- At least two (2) years post-MSW experience in practice with underrepresented, underserved, or minoritized populations
- Knowledge of and experience in social work or family science research
- Knowledge of the funding process and/or success with funded research
- Teaching experience including online courses
- Experience with diverse populations
- Additional substantive expertise in intersectionality of substance use and family dynamics
Compensation: Salary is competitive, with excellent fringe benefits, and is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Summer teaching compensation is possible for 10-month appointments.
Application Deadline and Procedures: Formal review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply by December 2, 2024. Applicants must apply online https://louisville.edu/hr/employment/jobs/ and click on Workday Career Site. Search Job# R105841 Assistant Professor—Kent School of Social Work and Family Science and attach the following:
• A cover letter
• Your curriculum vitae
• Teaching statement
• Research statement
• Social justice statement (i.e., philosophy, skills, and experiences related to social justice)
• Three references including contact name, address, telephone number, and e-mail
• One sample of written work (upload under ‘other document’)
For further information about this position, please contact: kentsearch@louisville.edu