Description

The Anne and Henry Zarrow School of Social Work at the University of Oklahoma, Dodge Family College of Arts and Sciences seeks four passionate and innovative social work scholars to join our dynamic faculty team beginning August 2025.

We invite applications for four available 9-month tenure track positions at the rank of assistant professor. All will be based on the Norman campus. Priority substantive areas of scholarship include forensic social work, global, international, or environmental social work, mental health, poverty and inequity, and youth.

The School is in the midst of a strategic expansion and is growing its tenure track ranks to support multiple programs. We value candidates with collaborative experience and ambitious research goals. Position responsibilities include developing and maintaining an active, fundable, research agenda that fits all qualifications related to success on the tenure track and who can teach across undergraduate and graduate programs. A 2:2 teaching load is expected.

The University of Oklahoma is home to the largest social work program in Oklahoma. The Anne and Henry Zarrow School of Social Work offers fully accredited Bachelor and Master Social Work Programs to over 800 students annually across multiple programs: Norman, Tulsa, and Online. In 2025 the School plans to launch its official PhD program, admitting it’s inaugural class. To learn more about the collegial, engaging, and supportive environment encouraged by the School of Social Work, visit socialwork.ou.edu.

The University of Oklahoma (OU) is a Carnegie-R1 comprehensive public research university known for excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement, serving the educational, cultural, economic, and healthcare needs of the state, region, and nation from three campuses: Norman, Health Sciences Center in Oklahoma City, and the Schusterman Center in Tulsa. OU enrolls over 30,000 students and has more than 2,700 full-time faculty members in 21 colleges. In 2014, OU became the first public institution ever to rank #1 nationally in the recruitment of National Merit Scholars, with 311 scholars. The 277-acre Research Campus in Norman was named the No. 1 research campus in the nation by the Association of Research Parks in 2013. Norman is a culturally rich and vibrant town located just outside Oklahoma City. With outstanding schools, amenities, and a low cost of living, Norman is a perennial contender on the “Best Places to Live” rankings. Visit soonerway.ou.edu for more information.
Qualifications
Candidates are required to have earned a doctorate in Social Work or related discipline and have an MSW, with a preference of two years of full-time post MSW practice experience, and a proven record of independent scholarly potential. Salary is commensurate with experience. 
Application Instructions
Letter of application, curriculum vita, contact details for three confidential references, and any other supporting materials should be submitted to apply.interfolio.com/153037.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. We will be screening candidates at the 2024 CSWE APM. Contact Christina Miller and Chie Noyori-Corbett at crmiller@ou.edu; chie.noyoricorbett@ou.edu with questions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to:  admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, or health care services that the University operates or provides.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma

The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. 

Mission of the University of Oklahoma

The Mission of the University of Oklahoma is to provide the best possible educational experience for our students through excellence in teaching, research and creative activity, and service to the state and society.