Assistant Professor, Doctor of Social Work Program
The University of Memphis School of Social Work invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position to support the continued growth, quality, accreditation readiness, and long-term sustainability of the Doctor of Social Work (DSW) program. The proposed hire date is August 2027.
The DSW program is a fully online, 48-credit professional doctorate designed to prepare practitioner-scholars, executive leaders, clinical administrators, educators, and advanced practitioners who can address complex social, behavioral health, healthcare, and organizational challenges through evidence-based practice, leadership, and applied research
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Position: |
Assistant Professor, Doctor of Social Work Program |
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University of Memphis |
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Memphis, TN
United States
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| Salary: |
Commensurate with experience |
| Posting Start Date: |
11/1/2026 |
| Date Posted: |
11/2/2026 |
| Requirements |
- Earned doctorate in social work or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
- MSW from a CSWE-accredited program or equivalent social work educational background.
- Demonstrated ability or strong potential to teach in an online doctoral program.
- Evidence of scholarly productivity or a clearly articulated research agenda appropriate for a tenure-track appointment.
- Commitment to doctoral student mentoring, applied research, and the preparation of advanced social work leaders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Expertise in gerontology, addiction programming, integrated behavioral health, healthcare, behavioral health workforce development, organizational leadership, clinical administration, or advanced practice across the lifespan.
- Experience teaching graduate or doctoral social work courses, particularly in online or hybrid formats.
- Experience chairing or serving on dissertations, capstones, or applied research committees.
- Potential for external funding and interdisciplinary research collaboration.
- Experience with CSWE accreditation, assessment, or curriculum development.
Application Materials
Applicants should submit a cover letter describing qualifications and fit for the position, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, a research statement, evidence of teaching effectiveness if available, and contact information for professional references. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
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This listing expires on: 1/1/2027 |
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