University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Tenure/Tenure-Track Faculty
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Overview
Be among the first 25 applicants. Posting information and department details are provided below for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-Chapel Hill). Department
SW-School of Social Work - 380100 Position Type
Permanent Faculty Working Title
Tenure/Tenure-Track Faculty Appointment Type
Tenured/Tenure Track Full-time/Part-time
Full-Time Permanent Hours per week
40 FTE
1 Position Location
North Carolina, US Posting Open Date
10/08/2025 Application Deadline
12/01/2025 Open Until Filled
No Hiring Range
Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience. Proposed Start Date
07/01/2026 Position Information Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Chapel Hill is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Position Summary The School of Social Work (SSW) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for two (2) tenure-track faculty positions (nine-month appointments) with primary expertise in aging, older adults, long-term care, and related health and health disparities. Competitive applicants will demonstrate a strong record, or clear potential, for externally funded research, peer-reviewed publication, and excellence in teaching. Successful candidates will develop and maintain an independent, externally funded research agenda focused on aging, older adults, long-term care, and related health and disparities while contributing to the School’s MSW and PhD programs. The standard tenure-track teaching load is four courses per academic year, with opportunities for course buy-outs based on research funding, and faculty are expected to engage fully in research, teaching, and service to the School, University, profession, and community. This position has a standard distribution of effort that includes 67% teaching and instruction, 16.5% research, and 16.5% service and community engagement. The faculty members’ academic home will be the School of Social Work, with extensive opportunities to collaborate across disciplines including but not limited to public health, medicine, nursing, psychology, data science, and policy. One or both positions may be affiliated with the Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research Program on Aging, Chronic Illness, and Long-term Care, and the national Center for Excellence in Assisted Living, including in a leadership capacity. We are especially interested in candidates who bring interdisciplinary or community-engaged perspectives that inform innovative interventions, service delivery models, or policy solutions for older adults. Candidates with exceptional qualifications may have access to designated research funds. Minimum Education And Experience Requirements Doctoral degree in a field that addresses the well-being of older adults, including social sciences, gerontology, and health services. Research and publications that address the well-being of older adults. Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience Degrees in Social Work and a strong background in gerontology are highly valued but not required. Candidates should demonstrate an exceptional record of externally funded research, publications, and teaching, all in relation to their career stage; preference is on research, publications, and teaching related to long-term care services and supports for older adults. Special Instructions Candidates should electronically upload a CV, a cover letter outlining interest and prior experience, a research, teaching, and service statement, and include four to five references with their institution, email, and phone number. The service statement should be uploaded as “Other Document.” Optional document uploads may include teaching evaluations and/or sample course materials (i.e., syllabus, assignments, or sample lecture notes). Quick Link
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/307643 Department Contact Information Department Contact Name and Title
Jennifer Jean-Baptiste-Human Resources Specialist Department Contact Telephone or Email
jjean-baptiste@unc.edu Academic Personnel Office Contact Information If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to facultyrecruitment@unc.edu. Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Note
The following are related job postings and do not represent the current opening: Senior roles and adjunct/part-time faculty opportunities in related fields.
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Be among the first 25 applicants. Posting information and department details are provided below for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-Chapel Hill). Department
SW-School of Social Work - 380100 Position Type
Permanent Faculty Working Title
Tenure/Tenure-Track Faculty Appointment Type
Tenured/Tenure Track Full-time/Part-time
Full-Time Permanent Hours per week
40 FTE
1 Position Location
North Carolina, US Posting Open Date
10/08/2025 Application Deadline
12/01/2025 Open Until Filled
No Hiring Range
Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience. Proposed Start Date
07/01/2026 Position Information Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Chapel Hill is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Position Summary The School of Social Work (SSW) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for two (2) tenure-track faculty positions (nine-month appointments) with primary expertise in aging, older adults, long-term care, and related health and health disparities. Competitive applicants will demonstrate a strong record, or clear potential, for externally funded research, peer-reviewed publication, and excellence in teaching. Successful candidates will develop and maintain an independent, externally funded research agenda focused on aging, older adults, long-term care, and related health and disparities while contributing to the School’s MSW and PhD programs. The standard tenure-track teaching load is four courses per academic year, with opportunities for course buy-outs based on research funding, and faculty are expected to engage fully in research, teaching, and service to the School, University, profession, and community. This position has a standard distribution of effort that includes 67% teaching and instruction, 16.5% research, and 16.5% service and community engagement. The faculty members’ academic home will be the School of Social Work, with extensive opportunities to collaborate across disciplines including but not limited to public health, medicine, nursing, psychology, data science, and policy. One or both positions may be affiliated with the Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research Program on Aging, Chronic Illness, and Long-term Care, and the national Center for Excellence in Assisted Living, including in a leadership capacity. We are especially interested in candidates who bring interdisciplinary or community-engaged perspectives that inform innovative interventions, service delivery models, or policy solutions for older adults. Candidates with exceptional qualifications may have access to designated research funds. Minimum Education And Experience Requirements Doctoral degree in a field that addresses the well-being of older adults, including social sciences, gerontology, and health services. Research and publications that address the well-being of older adults. Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience Degrees in Social Work and a strong background in gerontology are highly valued but not required. Candidates should demonstrate an exceptional record of externally funded research, publications, and teaching, all in relation to their career stage; preference is on research, publications, and teaching related to long-term care services and supports for older adults. Special Instructions Candidates should electronically upload a CV, a cover letter outlining interest and prior experience, a research, teaching, and service statement, and include four to five references with their institution, email, and phone number. The service statement should be uploaded as “Other Document.” Optional document uploads may include teaching evaluations and/or sample course materials (i.e., syllabus, assignments, or sample lecture notes). Quick Link
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/307643 Department Contact Information Department Contact Name and Title
Jennifer Jean-Baptiste-Human Resources Specialist Department Contact Telephone or Email
jjean-baptiste@unc.edu Academic Personnel Office Contact Information If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to facultyrecruitment@unc.edu. Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Note
The following are related job postings and do not represent the current opening: Senior roles and adjunct/part-time faculty opportunities in related fields.
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