The University of Iowa School of Social Work invites applications for two full-time tenure-track faculty positions at open rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor), expected to begin August 2026. The School seeks candidates with strong scholarly achievements and research agendas that advance the mission of social work, with particular preference for applicants specializing in behavioral or mental health.
The School of Social Work offers BASW, MSW, and PhD programs, along with statewide MSW delivery and online options. Faculty research areas span aging, community well-being, child and family support, mental and behavioral health, and violence prevention. The School also houses major applied research initiatives, including the National Resource Center for Family Centered Practice and the Iowa Consortium for Substance Use Research and Evaluation, creating strong opportunities for research collaboration and community-engaged scholarship.
Responsibilities include maintaining an active, peer-reviewed research profile; pursuing and sustaining externally funded research; teaching across undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels (including online formats); and contributing to School, University, and professional service.
Applicants should demonstrate scholarly productivity and the potential to secure external support at the Assistant Professor level; established funding success is required for Associate or Full Professor consideration. Candidates must hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) plus two years of post-MSW practice experience to meet teaching requirements set by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). A PhD in social work or a related discipline must be completed by the start date.
Iowa City offers a culturally rich environment with strong community support, nationally recognized health systems, and a high quality of life. The University of Iowa is an Association of American Universities (AAU) member and a leading public research institution.
Closing Date
Review began 1 September 2025 — applications accepted until position is filled