Tenure-Track Disability Studies Professor & Research Leader

University of Hawaii system; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Hawaii system seeks an Assistant Professor in the Center on Disability Studies at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa. The 9-month, tenure-track position requires leadership in research and partnerships, with a strong emphasis on community engagement and culturally responsive services for individuals with disabilities.

The role includes teaching across undergraduate and graduate programs and guiding junior scholars.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in psychology, special education, education, social work, disability studies, or related field.
• ABD candidates will be considered if degree is conferred by hire date.
• At least 1 year of experience with individuals with disabilities and families in relevant settings.
• Emerging or established program of research in developmental disabilities or related field.
• Knowledge of disability-related services and culturally responsive delivery systems.
• Demonstrated interdisciplinary and collaborative leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in face-to-face, online, or hybrid formats.
• Mentor students, trainees, faculty, and leaders in disability research and practice.
• Hold regular in-person office hours to support learning.
• Attend departmental and college meetings in-person.
• Participate in accreditation processes and documentation.
• Maintain an active program of research, publications, and federal funding pursuits.
• Partner with the CDS Director to advance strategic priorities and statewide impact.
• Help develop clinical and community-based services for individuals with disabilities.

Skills

Interdisciplinary leadership

Community engagement

Research program development

Educational mentoring

Education

Doctoral degree in a relevant field

ABD candidates considered

Job description

University of Hawaii system seeks an Assistant Professor in the Center on Disability Studies at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa. The 9-month, tenure-track position requires leadership in research and partnerships, with a strong emphasis on community engagement and culturally responsive services for individuals with disabilities.

The role includes teaching across undergraduate and graduate programs and guiding junior scholars.