Presidential Postdoctoral Fellowship​/Assistant Professor

Job Summary

The University of Michigan School of Social Work (UM-SSW) invites applicants for the University of Michigan Presidential Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (PPFP). UM-SSW faculty have a successful record of providing a nurturing and productive postdoctoral experience for Presidential Postdoctoral Fellows. In keeping with the PPFP program, UM-SSW seeks applicants whose research, teaching, and service will, as determined by the University of Michigan and in accordance with law, contribute to the core values of the University of Michigan, and to equal opportunity in higher education.

The program is particularly interested in scholars with the potential to bring to their research and undergraduate teaching the critical perspective that comes from their non-traditional educational background or understanding of the experiences of groups historically underrepresented in higher education. Candidates will be evaluated on fit with current needs and strengths of the institution and future funding possibilities.

UM-SSW views these postdoctoral fellowships as providing an exceptional opportunity to recruit potential new faculty to the University by offering the possibility of either a postdoc alone or a combined postdoc and transition to a tenure-track faculty appointment.

In addition to the materials required by the University of Michigan PPFP, applicants to UM-SSW must submit the materials listed below by midnight on Thursday, September 24. Please note that some of these materials duplicate those to be submitted to the University of Michigan application system.

Candidates are encouraged to contact potential faculty mentors at UM-SSW before submitting their applications. A description of the requirements and expectations for mentors can be found here: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..php

About UM-SSW The faculty of the University of Michigan School of Social Work strives to be leaders in scholarship, education and service for socially just communities in Michigan, the United States, and the world. We value work that promotes:

• solving social challenges in this highly politicized and technologized world by supporting scholarly and academic excellence
• advancing equity in education, health and social services
• opportunities for the growth, development, and adaptation of individuals and families

Our contributions to social work scholarship build on values that emphasize the strengths and the interaction between the individual and the larger social and physical environment. Our faculty members draw on scientific theories that support the understanding of social challenges and then work to develop translational solutions to these challenges.

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Specific Guidelines for School of Social Work Applicants For 2026-27, the School of Social Work is recruiting for candidates who will transition into tenure-track faculty positions following the postdoctoral period. Minimum qualifications include a PhD in social work or a related discipline, a strong interest in teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels, and a strong commitment to interdisciplinary research. Preference will be given to candidates holding the MSW degree and whose research and/or teaching interests fall into one or more of the following areas:

• Interpersonal and/or interprofessional practice
• School social work
• Substance abuse treatment and/or prevention
• Health practice and policy
• Aging in practice and/or policy

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.