Tenure Track Faculty Position- Assistant Professor Brain Health Cluster Faculty

The College of Social Work at the University of South Carolina invites applications and nominations for a tenure-track faculty position in social work at the rank of Assistant Professor. We seek applicants whose expertise prepares them to contribute to the College's mission to drive positive change through innovative teaching, dynamic research, public service and experiential learning to empower communities, expand belonging, transform systems and prepare the next generation of social work leaders.

The University of South Carolina is a vibrant, welcoming community located in South Carolina's capital, Columbia, a unique, familyfriendly city with an excellent cost of living. Columbia is located equidistant from beautiful Atlantic beaches and the historic, rolling Blue Ridge mountains. As a flagship institution, the University of South Carolina is transforming our state and nation through a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research.

This position is part of a University of South Carolina Brain Health Cluster faculty hiring initiative. The Brain Health Cluster aims to position the University of South Carolina as a leader in advancing research, clinical care, and educational excellence in neurological health. With the addition of the Southeast's first integrated, comprehensive hospital and rehabilitation center dedicated to treating neurological diseases and injuries related to brain trauma, epilepsy, and other causes, USC is funding a campus-wide cluster initiative to expand and broaden expertise across disciplines to foster innovation in neuroimaging, AI-driven diagnostics, the biochemical and molecular mechanisms of neurodegenerative disorders, social determinants of brain health and brain-behavior studies. This collaborative initiative will foster a holistic approach to brain health by integrating research, patient care, and education across multiple academic disciplines including social work. The cluster will provide innovative training opportunities for students, shaping future practitioners and researchers equipped with the skills necessary to make significant advancements in brain health.

Qualifications: The position requires a doctoral degree in social work or a related field by the start date of employment (August 15, 2026), and a strong capacity for research productivity and scholarly impact in brain health, and excellence in teaching. The candidate will have research or practice experience in neurological and/or cognitive health.

Compensation: Salary is highly competitive, and the University of South Carolina offers a robust benefits package.

How to Apply: Applicants must submit an application by October 1, 2025 via https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/190838. Required application materials include a cover letter, research statement, teaching statement, curriculum vitae, and a list of three references. Inquiries about this position may be made to Dr. Aidyn Iachini, Chair of the Faculty Recruitment Committee at IACHINI@mailbox.sc.edu.

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