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National Centre for Social Research

£15.12/hr

Contact: natcenrecruitment@instant-impact.com We're NatCen , the UK's largest independent social research organisation. Our work is trusted by government, universities, and charities, and helps ...

National Centre for Social Research

£15.12/hr

Contact: natcenrecruitment@instant-impact.com We're NatCen , the UK's largest independent social research organisation. Our work is trusted by government, universities, and charities, and helps ...

National Centre for Social Research

£15.12/hr

Contact: natcenrecruitment@instant-impact.com We're NatCen , the UK's largest independent social research organisation. Our work is trusted by government, universities, and charities, and helps ...

National Centre for Social Research

£15.12/hr

Contact: natcenrecruitment@instant-impact.com We're NatCen , the UK's largest independent social research organisation. Our work is trusted by government, universities, and charities, and helps ...

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Social Research focuses on designing and conducting studies to understand social phenomena, often involving qualitative and quantitative methods. Social Data Analysts interpret large datasets to extract insights, using statistical tools and programming. While both roles analyze social data, Social Research emphasizes study design and theory, whereas Social Data Analysis centers on data processing and technical analysis.

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Social research is the process of investigating and analyzing social phenomena, behaviors, and structures to understand how societies function and change. It uses systematic methods, such as surveys, interviews, observations, and statistical analysis, to gather and interpret data about people, groups, and cultures. Social researchers aim to provide insights that can inform policies, improve communities, and advance knowledge about social issues.
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Associate Dean for Research, School of Social Work

Associate Dean for Research, School of Social Work

University at Buffalo

Buffalo, NY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

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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
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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  • Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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
Physical Demands
Driving Requirements
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
rhkeefe@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone
585-490-2488
Posting Dates
Posted
08/20/2025
Deadline for Applicants
Open Until Filled
Date to be filled
07/01/2026
References
Number of References Required
3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant

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