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Research Assistant Professor- College of Social Work - SRI
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The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from women and minorities, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees.The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong or demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Position Information
| Proposed Faculty Rank | Assistant Professor |
|---|---|
| Department | 00167 - CSW Social Research Institute |
| City | Salt Lake City, UT |
| Track | Non Tenure Track |
| New Position to Begin | July 1, 2024 |
| Details | The University of Utah, College of Social Work, Social Research Institute ( SRI ) invites applications for a 12-month career-line faculty position at the rank of Research Assistant Professor with responsibilities for contract procurement, management, and related administrative responsibilities as necessary. This is a non-tenure track position intended to be a long-term position within the University’s Career-Line Faculty structure, with a renewable contract. The University of Utah and the College of Social Work- SRI value candidates who have contract management and research experience working in health and human services, workforce services, or public benefit programs, and possess a strong commitment to improving outcomes for historically underrepresented populations. Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Responsibilities SRI has a faculty position open for a successful candidate to support and carry out grant and contract work on significant contracts with various Health and Human Services public agencies in Utah. The successful candidate will preferably already have experience as Principal Investigator (PI) of grant and contract work with such entities. Outstanding research and interpersonal skills are a prerequisite. The candidate will be expected to help SRI generate extramural funding for independent and collaborative research projects and to work well in a highly collaborative and dynamic environment in the Department and in the University community. Evidence of securing external grant funding will be a big plus. This position will report to the Director of the Social Research Institute (SRI), Dr. Chad McDonald. This position will be responsible for the coordination, implementation, and successful completion of significant contract work with Utah’s Department of Workforce Services and Department of Health and Human Services, including directly supervising staff who are supporting the contract work. Candidates are expected to assist in providing consultation to study investigators in the areas of protocol development, study design, analysis plan, sample size/power calculations, and interpretation of study data. Candidates are also expected to consult with the Directors of SRI and seek out opportunities to become involved in statistical leadership through teaching, supervision, mentoring, and/or developing their own methodological research. Candidates are expected to actively expand their own research knowledge as well as administrative capacity. The successful candidate should demonstrate an ability to professionally interact daily with key personnel both internally and externally as aspects of the scope of work are negotiated, including deadlines and other tasks being completed in a timely manner. College, University, and Environment: The University of Utah has been classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the 115 research universities with the “highest research activity” in the nation and is the flagship of the Utah System of Higher Education. The University is located in Salt Lake City at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains. This location offers unparalleled opportunities for outdoor recreation, with ten world-class ski resorts and five national parks within hours of the city. Salt Lake City is the center of a metropolitan area with a population of approximately one million residents, has extensive arts and cultural activities, and has a major international airport with a Delta Airlines hub and direct flights to most U.S. cities and direct international flights to Paris, London, Amsterdam, and Mexico City. The area has received international recognition for its new light rail system, foodie culture, downtown renewal, and increasing diversity. In 2017, U.S News and World Report ranked Salt Lake City as the 10th best place to live in the nation. Utah is home to 8 federally recognized Native American Tribes, and the University has recently published it’s Indigenous Land Acknowledgement (https://attheu.utah.edu/facultystaff/indigenous-land-acknowledgement/ ). The College of Social Work (CSW), established in 1937, is the only institution in the Intermountain West that offers all three degrees in social work: BSW, MSW, and PhD. In 2022, U.S. News and World Report ranked the College of Social Work #28 in the nation, and Academic Analytics ranked the CSW #19 in the nation for NIH grant funding. The CSW houses a number of research entities providing faculty and students research opportunities and support for the development and implementation of funded research projects including: the Social Research Institute; the Center on Mindfulness and Integrative Health Intervention Development; and the Utah Criminal Justice Center. Currently, CSW faculty are conducting a number of federally funded, state-funded, and foundation-funded translational research projects to advance social work research and innovate evidence-based practices for vulnerable populations. The College’s Goodwill Humanitarian Building features state-of-the-art clinical training suites equipped with one-way mirrors and audio-visual technology for real-time clinical supervision and feedback, as well as a sophisticated psychophysiology lab for cutting-edge social work neuroscience. The College is committed to removing barriers that have been traditionally encountered by individuals from underrepresented groups; we strive to recruit faculty from all backgrounds, and make every effort to support their academic, professional, and personal success while they are here. The University of Utah recognizes that a multi-faceted faculty benefits and enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community. This institution offers benefits to same-sex and to different sex domestic partners. This institution offers benefits to spouses. |
| EEO/Non-Discrimination Information | The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action: Director/ Title IX Coordinator |
| Notice | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. |
| Special Instructions for Candidates | Application Process: Candidates must submit a letter of application detailing their interest and qualifications; a full curriculum vitae; and a list of three professional references with contact information (external to University). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled. Inquiries regarding the position may be directed to the Faculty Search Committee Chair, Dr. Chad McDonald, at (801) 885-7233. |
| Open Date | 01/12/2024 |
| Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Requisition Number | PRN01164CF |
| Type | Faculty |
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