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Associate Dean for Research, School of Social Work

University at Buffalo · United States
Deadline
Apr 14, 2027
Closing in 177 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Fixed contract (1-4 years)
Full time
Reference
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Posted Oct 16, 2026

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Associate Dean for Research, School of Social Work

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Posting Details

Position Information
Position Title Associate Dean for Research, School of Social Work
Department School of Social Work
Posting Number F250087
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/58548
Employer State
Faculty Appointment Term Term
Position Type UUP Faculty
Bargaining Unit
Posting Detail Information
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
Position Summary The Associate Dean for Research (ADR), who also serves as the Director of the Buffalo Center for Social Research (BCSR), oversees the development of the school’s research agenda and protocols consistent with UB’s guidelines, and providing leadership in articulating and carrying out the research mission of the School of Social Work.

Essential Duties:
  • The ADR provides leadership in the development and implementation of the school’s research strategic plan developed in collaboration with the school’s various constituencies
  • Serves as SSW research liaison with university administration
  • Develops the SSW’s research infrastructure
  • Develops and promotes policies and procedures that support research
  • Serves as a member of the SSW Administrative Team
  • Chairs the Research Advisory Committee (RAC)
  • Implements faculty professional development opportunities
  • Develops mechanisms to monitor funded research benchmarks and productivity of peer institutions
  • Networks on research matters with other schools to develop interdisciplinary research collaboratives
  • Identifies and advocate for BCSR research infrastructure needs.
  • Develops and implements BCSR strategic plan in conjunction with RAC.
  • Chairs the Grants Team and Project Design Team.
  • Develops and manages the BCSR budget
  • Reports on research activities and funded research portfolio as required.
  • Hires, supervises, and evaluates BCSR staff
  • Organizes and implements the BCSR Distinguished Scholars Series.
  • Manage endowment accounts according to donor’s directive.
  • Administer the Fed-AWARD program.
  • Cultivates external funding resources
  • Develops both faculty and student research and award opportunities

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  • Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
  • Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

The University at Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.
Minimum Qualifications
  • PhD in social work or a related field.
  • Record of scholarship that meets the requirements for the rank of associate or full professor with tenure.
  • Proven track record of procuring external funding from various sources including foundation, state, and federal grants.
  • Record of having mentored faculty and students in starting research projects and procuring funding.
Preferred Qualifications
Prodig+ No
Executive Position No
Physical Demands
Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.
Salary Range Commensurate with experience
Additional Salary Information
Job Type Full-Time
Campus North Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
Is a background check required for this posting? No
Background Check Notification
Contact Information
Contact's Name Robert Keefe
Contact's Pronouns He/him/his
Contact's Title Associate Professor
Contact's Email [email protected]
Contact's Phone 585-490-2488
Posting Dates
Posted 08/20/2025
Deadline for Applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled
References
Number of References Required 3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant

Supplemental Questions

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  1. * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
    • Faculty
    • Faculty Student Association (FSA)
    • Research Foundation Employee
    • State Classified
    • State Professional
    • UB Foundation
    • TA/GA
    • Student
    • No Current Employment Affiliation
  2. * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
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  3. * Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment?
    • Yes
    • No

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Required Documents
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  2. Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents

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