Description

Eastern Michigan University’s (EMU) School of Social Work (SSW) is now accepting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position.  This position is part of a university-wide interdisciplinary cluster hire focusing on college students' mental health and well-being. 

The Social Work faculty member will be part of a collaborative cluster of faculty from but not limited to, Higher Education Student Affairs, College Counseling, Public Health, Sociology, Nursing, Psychology, and Occupational Therapy, as well as practitioners in the field to form the College Student Mental Health Research Collaborative. The collaborative will develop a research agenda that can inform practice and institutional policy formation related to mental health and well-being. This position starts August 2026.  

The School of Social Work’s grassroots mission of empowerment-oriented practice guides the curriculum of our CSWE-accredited BSW and MSW programs. We stand behind our School’s mission as we fight against discrimination of any kind and advance anti-racist conversations and action in the classroom, throughout our University and within our local communities.  The School of Social Work educates a diverse student body and believes social workers impact change through direct service, the creation of equitable social welfare policies and laws, and community-based partnerships. We are committed to espousing equity, diversity, and inclusion as values we honor, advance, and practice.   

Founded in 1849 as a small teacher's college, EMU is a major learning and research institution with a distinct mix of comprehensive academic resources and strong community initiatives.  We offer more than 200 undergraduate majors, minors and certificates, plus more than 150 graduate programs to more than 12,000 students. The School of Social Work is located within the College of Health and Human Services with over 350 undergraduate (BSW) and 170 graduate (MSW) students. 

This position is a full-time, eight-month academic appointment.  The successful applicant will have an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program and have earned a DSW or PhD in social work or a closely related field conferred before the beginning of employment. Candidates must also have the equivalent of at least 5 years of full-time, post-MSW degree social work experience.  

Successful candidates will teach courses in our BSW and MSW programs.  The BSW program focuses on generalist practice, while the MSW program offers advanced training in interpersonal practice.  The social work program provides flexible programming and caters to a diverse and non-traditional student body.  MSW classes are scheduled evenings and Saturdays to accommodate student schedules, while undergraduate courses have both day and evening scheduling.  

Candidates should have an established research agenda and interest in college students’ mental health and well-being.  Preference will be given to candidates who have practice experience and scholarly expertise relevant to the needs of culturally diverse populations and demonstrate a commitment to social justice.  Candidates will have responsibilities for teaching, scholarship, and service within the SSW, the Mental Health Collaborative cluster, the College, the University, and the larger community. As described above, participation in the cluster collaborative will be required.

Required Application Materials

Please upload the following documents with your application:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter with teaching philosophy that articulates your demonstrated commitment to our mission and student body
• Research statement highlighting your research agenda with a focus on mental health for transition-aged students (ages 16-26)
• Two-three professional writing examples
• Example(s) of teaching materials: sample syllabi and teaching evaluations (if available)
• Names and contact information for three professional references

All applications must be made online through EMU’s application portal (https://emu.dc4.pageuppeople.com/)

Review of applications will begin Fall of 2025 and continue until the position is filled. The Search Committee Co-Chairs are Jennifer Farley & Margaret Ann Paauw.  If interested, please contact Jennifer at jfarley5@emich.edu. 

Eastern Michigan University is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.