Assistant Professor of Applied Behavior Analysis (Full-time)

Karlstad University; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UAE is seeking an Assistant Professor of Applied Behavior Analysis to teach and supervise graduate students in the field. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. and have at least 3 years of experience. This full-time faculty position offers the opportunity to engage in scholarly research and contribute to the new MA in ABA program. Expected start in February 2026.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field required.
• 3+ years of academic or clinical teaching experience.
• Active research agenda with a publication record.

Responsibilities

• Teach PG-level courses in Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Supervise student research projects and practicum placements.
• Engage in scholarly research and publish annually.

Skills

Teaching experience in behavior analysis

Research and publication skills

Supervision of graduate students

Familiarity with educational technology

Education

Ph.D. in Applied Behavior Analysis or related field

Board Certified Behavior Analyst – Doctoral (BCBA-D)

Tools

Blackboard Ultra

Job description

Assistant Professor of Applied Behavior Analysis (Full-time)

College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences
Department of Social Sciences

Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has been dedicated to offering internationally benchmarked undergraduate and postgraduate programs and has become one of the region’s leading centers of academic excellence. We have a vibrant and cosmopolitan student population of around 6,000 students from over 60 nationalities enrolled in 32 undergraduate programs and 24 postgraduate programs, including our prestigious DBA. ADU is the only private higher education institution in the UAE and the region to receive international accreditation and institutional recognition from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges: Senior College and University Commission – WSCUC.

The College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences (CAESS) provides general education courses for all undergraduate students, in addition to a portfolio of specialized undergraduate and postgraduate programs in education and social sciences: BA in Psychology, BA in International Relations, BA in Mass Communication (Arabic and English), BA in Video Game Design, Post Graduate Professional Diploma in Teaching (English), Med in Educational Technologies and AI, MA in Digital Communication and Technology, MEd in Educational Leadership, Ph.D. in Education, and our newly launched MA in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

Assistant Professor of Applied Behavior Analysis (Full-time)

Department of Social Sciences,
College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences (Abu Dhabi/Al Ain)

We are seeking qualified and experienced academics in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis to support the launch and delivery of our MA in ABA program, designed to meet international training and practice standards in behavior analysis.

Job Responsibilities

• Teach PG-level courses in Applied Behavior Analysis across one or more campuses (Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Dubai).
• Supervise student research projects, theses, and practicum placements in applied settings.
• Conduct regular course updates and assist in program accreditation and curriculum development.
• Provide academic advising, mentoring, and fieldwork supervision to graduate students.
• Contribute to professional development activities, departmental service, and college initiatives.
• Engage in scholarly research and publish annually in peer-reviewed, Scopus-indexed journals.

Program Requirements

• A Ph.D. in Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavior Analysis, or Psychology with specialization in Behavior Analysis from an accredited higher education institution.
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst – Doctoral (BCBA-D) credential (or BCBA with evidence of doctoral-level training in ABA).
• Minimum 3 years of post-Ph.D. academic and/or clinical teaching experience in ABA at an accredited higher education institution.
• Active research agenda and track record of academic publishing (Scopus-indexed preferred).
• Experience with educational technology (Blackboard Ultra, digital learning platforms, knowledge of AI apps in education is an advantage).
• Demonstrated ability to supervise graduate students in applied research and practicum/fieldwork settings.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

• International experience in higher education teaching or program development in ABA.
• Experience with accreditation processes related to behavior analysis education and training.
• Strong network in professional behavior analysis organizations and applied practice sites.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this vacancy. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The post is a full-time faculty position, and the selected candidate is expected to join in February 2026.

To Apply for this position, please submit your application at:

Assistant Professor of Applied Behavior Analysis (Full-time)

Abu Dhabi University offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees based on the American model of higher education.