Assistant Professor of Research.

Job Summary

TheSchool of Social Work at the University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for Assistant Professor of Research with expertise in the area of health services research, Academic Professional Track (APT), formerly non-tenure track.

Position Description

The University of Texas at Arlington School of Social Work invites nominations and applications for a Assistant Professor of Research (non-Tenure-Track) position, effective May 15, 2025. We are especially interested in adding faculty who will strengthen our capacity in the areas of health, mental health, or substance use services, policy or research. Additionally, applicants with research that aligns with the UTA 2030 Strategic Plan : Shared Dreams, Bright Future and the theme of Health and Human Condition (see ) are strongly encouraged to apply. CBC Requirement It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Grant writing; manuscript preparation / revision; quantitative and qualitative data collection, cleaning, and analysis; project management; professional training and development activities; service to the School of Social Work; undergraduate and / or graduate student mentorship.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health or related healthcare field
• Prior scholarly work in the area of health services, policy and / or research
• Evidence of a commitment to high-impact and interdisciplinary research and obtaining external funding
• Successful record of publication in peer reviewed journals

Preferred Qualifications

Special Conditions for Eligibility Department Information The School of Social Work at The University of Texas at Arlington is one of the most prestigious schools for Social Work in the nation and has the most diverse program offerings in Texas. The UTA School of Social Work ranks in the 96th percentile for overall research productivity among social work faculty in the United States and in the 84th percentile for national research awards (Academic Analytics, 2023). For over 50 years, we’ve been dedicated to educating and developing leaders and scholars committed to social justice. UTA’s School of Social Work offers a vibrant and collaborative research environment and is home to many faculty and researchers conducting child and youth behavioral health, health, or substance use services research. Working Title