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About SSA

Faculty and Staff Positions

All available positions at The School of Social Service Administration can be found online through The University's employment website. Please click here to search staff positions.

The School of Social Service Administration is a graduate school of social work and social welfare that offers degrees at the Master's and Ph.D. levels. The School invites applications for faculty positions at all ranks and specializations. Although positions are open, our strongest priority is in the area of direct social work practice, with a particular interest in candidates who are able to teach social work practice methods, and/or have expertise in the area of mental health research.

Applicants must possess a doctorate (or be nearing completion of dissertation) in social work or a related social science field and a strong commitment to research, teaching and service.  For positions in social work practice, a Master's degree in social work and direct practice experience are preferred, though we will also consider candidates with complementary training and experience in psychology or a related field.  For all positions, preference will be given to candidates with applied research interests relevant to disadvantaged populations and who demonstrate a commitment to the ideals set forth in the "University of Chicago Diversity Statement."  

The University of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS WILL BEGIN SEPTEMBER 15, 2008

Applicants should submit a cover letter, a statement which outlines research and teaching interests, a curriculum vita, the names of three references, and a sample of current writings. For applications for the level of Assistant Professor we prefer that applicants include a copy of the dissertation or dissertation proposal.  Materials may be submitted to:

Faculty Search Committee
The University of Chicago
The School of Social Service Administration
969 East 60th Street
Chicago, Illinois 60637