ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Milwaukee, WISCONSIN
Deadline: ;

Position Information
Posting Details


Official Job Title ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
Working Title: Assistant Professor
Position Number 02056598
Division College of Community Engagement & Professions
Department B861000 SOCIAL WORK
Position Type Faculty
Appointment Type Tenure Track Faculty, Teaching
Pay Basis Academic
Salary Grade Cat D
FLSA Status Exempt
Percent 100
Posting Type Faculty & Instructional
UWM Description
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has branch campuses in Waukesha and Washington County.
UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/about-dei/
School/College/Division Description
Accredited by the CSWE, the Social Work Department is housed in the Helen Bader School of Social Welfare. The Department confers BSW and MSW degrees, and with the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology, jointly offers a PhD degree in Social Welfare. The doctoral program prepares students for leadership roles such as university faculty, program evaluators, and policy analysts. The MSW program emphasizes direct and macro practice methods, and it offers accredited programming in substance abuse counseling and school social work along with interdisciplinary certificates in applied gerontology, trauma-informed care, and nonprofit management. MSW students may also earn coordinated degrees in public health (MPH), criminal justice and criminology (CS), and women’s and gender studies (MA).
Job Summary
The Department of Social Work at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee seeks to fill a vacancy for a tenure-track assistant professor position. Duties include establishing 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 typical teaching load is 4 courses per year (2 courses per semester). The anticipated start date for the 9-month tenured/tenure-track appointment is August 19, 2024.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualified applicants must hold a PhD in social work or a related field. Applicants who are ABD will be considered if completion of the degree is imminent (August 2024 or earlier).
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants who have/will:
-MSW degree
-Demonstrated ability to produce significant research
-Successfully teach undergraduate and graduate courses
-Collaborate across disciplines and with community partners.
Target Salary Range Hiring salary to be determined based on experience.
Benefits and Total Rewards
As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life
Application Instructions
Applications must be submitted online. A completed application will include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a professional writing sample, and contact information for three references.
This is a continuous recruitment. The initial date of review is November 27, 2023. Applications received after November 26, 2023 may not receive consideration.
Application Deadline
Continuous (Open Until Filled?) Yes
If Continuous, Initial Review Date 11/27/2023
Position Contact Name Josh Mersky
Contact Phone 414-229-5003
Contact Email [email protected]
Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.
Legal Notices
AA/EO Statement
UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable Accommodations
UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [email protected] or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. 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.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/ , or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Job Categories Faculty/Instruction - Social Sciences

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