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Position Title:

Social Work Open Rank Faculty

Job Category:

Faculty

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Assistant Professor

Job Duties:

The Department of Social Work at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is seeking to fill two full-time tenured or tenure-track, open rank faculty positions. Duties include advancing a robust program of research while maintaining a strong commitment to teaching and mentorship along with service to the department, university, profession, and community. The standard teaching load is 4 courses per year (2 courses per semester). The anticipated start date for the 9-month annual appointment is August 23rd, 2027.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Department:

The Helen Bader School of Social Welfare is comprised of the Department of Social Work and the Department of Criminal Justice & Criminology. The Department of Criminal Justice & Criminology offers a BS and an MS, as well as jointly offering a PhD in Social Welfare with the Department of Social Work. The Department is known for its commitment to collaborative partnerships with community and governmental organizations in southeast Wisconsin and beyond through research and student engagement.

Compensation:

The target hiring salary is a minimum of $88,000 on a 9-month, academic basis. Final salary offer will be contingent upon rank and skills and abilities demonstrated throughout the selection process.

Required Qualifications:

Qualified applicants must hold a PhD/Doctorate in social work or a related field. Applicants who are ABD will be considered if completion of the degree is imminent (received on or before the start date of the position).

Preferred Qualifications:

MSW degree
Demonstrated ability to produce significant research
Demonstrated ability to successfully teach undergraduate and graduate courses
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplines and with community partners

How to Apply:

Applicants are required to apply online via Workday.

A completed application will include 1) a letter of interest, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) a professional writing sample, and 4) contact information for three professional references.

Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application to ensure full consideration. Additional documents submitted aside from these required materials will not be considered.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

This is a continuous recruitment with an initial review date of October 10, 2026. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by October 9, 2026. Application materials received after October 9, 2026 may not receive consideration.

Questions about the position should be directed to Tanner Neahous tneahous@uwm.edu

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Employment Authorization

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously.