The University of Chicago Crown School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice (Crown Family School) invites applications for one or more faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track) or Associate Professor (tenured) from scholars whose work advances the science of direct social work practice. Successful applicants will be engaged in theoretically grounded, empirically driven, and methodologically rigorous scholarship that advances knowledge relevant to social work practice.
The successful applicant’s research agenda may focus on prevention, intervention, implementation, service delivery, community-based practice, or related approaches. We welcome applicants whose scholarship addresses a broad range of substantive areas, practice settings and populations, particularly those that complement the School’s curricular pathways
The successful applicant’s scholarship should be relevant to the mission of the School and the social work profession, with the potential for securing research funding commensurate with their scholarly agenda. Successful applicants will be prepared to teach direct practice courses and mentor students at all levels, primarily at the master’s and doctoral levels.
The anticipated start date is July 1, 2027, or after.
This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook
The Crown Family School builds upon a legacy of more than a century of scholarship, education and leadership in social work and social welfare, blending a distinctive interdisciplinary tradition with applied problem solving to foster innovative solutions to some of society’s most pressing social problems. For more information about the Crown School, please visit our website at: https://crownschool.uchicago.edu/
Applicants must possess a doctorate (or have a doctorate by the date of appointment) in social work or a related field. An MSW degree is preferred. At least two years of post-master's direct practice experience is also preferred. Successful candidates will have an interest in and ability to teach direct practice courses.
Candidates should submit a cover letter (no longer than two pages), a Curriculum Vitae, a statement that details research and teaching interests, and two writing samples that best represent the applicant’s approach. Applicants at the dissertation stage must include part of their dissertation as one writing sample. Candidates should indicate which rank (Assistant or Associate) they are applying to within the cover letter. Contact information for at least three references must also be included; references will be contacted to request a letter of reference after an initial review of submitted materials, and candidates will be notified prior to contact.
Consideration of applications will begin on September 10, 2026, and continue until the position is filled or the search is closed; early submission is encouraged.
Please apply online at the Academic Recruitment web page at the University of Chicago website using the following link: https://apply.interfolio.com/191033
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.
