Track school of social work

The Temple University School of Social Work invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the Assistant/Associate Professor rank to advance a funded research agenda, to teach in its undergraduate and graduate programs and to collaborate with interprofessional colleagues across the Temple University Barnett College of Public Health. The candidate will join the faculty in time to begin the Fall 2026 semester. Responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in social work; conducting and expanding established and funded research in quality of life, well-being and/or health areas critical to the advancement of social work practice; contributing to the establishment and advancement of interdisciplinary and interprofessional research with colleagues in the College and in the university more broadly; pursuit of external funding from a variety of sources to support their scholarly activities; publication in major social work and interdisciplinary journals and presentations at peer-reviewed national and international conferences; mentoring and advising students and/or early career faculty from different backgrounds; and making contributions to school, college, and university service. Note: this is not a fully remote position .

QUALIFICATIONS: We seek collegial faculty with an earneddoctorate, such as a DSW or PhD in social work, social welfare or another relevant discipline. Applicants also must have an MSW; prior social work teaching experience; demonstrated research excellence, including experience with or demonstrated potential for securing external funding of their research; and a commitment to creating inclusive, accessible spaces for all students. Preferred candidates will have Professional/Research experience in mental health, substance use, disabilities, and/or integrated care; classroom and online teaching experience; familiarity with learning management systems and communication/educational software; and experience teaching and mentoring students from different backgrounds in an inclusive setting. Faculty rank and salary will be determined based upon experience.

THE SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK: The School of Social Work’s faculty serve students in CSWE-accredited BSW and MSW programs. The BSW program focuses on generalist practice, while the MSW program allows students to specialize in an area and method of practice. These programs are fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education through 2031. Classes are offered in-person and online. The School is supported by a strong Department of Practicum Education in its placement of students

Faculty in the School of Social Work conduct research on interpersonal violence, fatherhood, aging, disabilities, HIV/AIDS, mental health, housing insecurity, substance abuse, health services, social isolation, loss and grief, LGBTQ social and health issues, acculturation, trauma, equity practices and poverty. Funded collaborations with Health Sciences, Administration and Policy, Computer Science and Engineering faculty are supporting the development of social support focused chatbots and other tech supports.

THE COLLEGE: The Barnett College of Public Health’s mission is to educate, innovate, and transform to bring about healthy, equitable, and thriving communities. Our CEPH-accredited College of Public Health embraces public health in all its disciplinary forms, fostering impactful teaching, scholarship, and interdisciplinary collaborations within and outside the college. We engage in interprofessional education, community and clinical practice, impactful research, and service learning, approaching our work with cultural humility as we advocate for positive change and prepare leaders to address the most pressing issues of our time. Social justice has always driven our efforts, and we understand that individual health outcomes are intricately tied to the larger systems we inhabit. The College consists of academic units in the public health disciplines, health professions, and the School of Social Work, enrolling approximately 4,200 students. We value differences among our faculty and believe that we can better serve and understand our communities through the diversity of our faculty.

The College is staffed by a robust complement of seasoned professionals within our Offices of Admissions and Recruitment, Communications and Marketing, Information Technology, Research Administration, and Academic Affairs. Temple’s Center for the Advancement of Teaching provides outstanding programs and one-on-one mentoring and consultation to faculty and instructors to promote and support excellence in teaching.

THE UNIVERSITY: Temple University, founded in 1884, is a Carnegie R1 (Very High Research Activity) institution and one of the nation’s largest urban public research universities. Located in North Philadelphia, just 1.5 miles from Center City, Temple enrolls more than 30,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.

As an anchor institution in North Philadelphia, Temple is deeply engaged with the surrounding community through educational partnerships, workforce development, and neighborhood initiatives. Faculty and students benefit from the university’s dynamic urban setting, vibrant campus life, and opportunities to contribute to research, teaching, and service that make a meaningful impact locally and globally.

We are committed to fostering a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff. We believe that diversity (of experiences, thought, etc.) enriches our learning environment and strengthens our academic community. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives will enhance our commitment to these values.

Applicants should submit:

1. Cover letter addressing qualifications.
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. Statement of research interests including future research plans
4. Statement of teaching philosophy.
5. Statement of contributions working effectively with other disciplines and in an urban environment
6. Contact information for 3-5 professional references.

Apply via email [email protected]

For Questions, contact Philip McCallion at [email protected] . Application review begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.