Assistant Professor - Behavior Analysis & Special Education

Istss; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Behavior Analysis starting August 16, 2027. The nine-month appointment includes teaching courses in BCBA certification and special education licensure, maintaining an active research agenda, mentoring students, and contributing to service at multiple levels.

Required qualifications include a doctoral degree (ABD with defense date acceptable), current BCBA credential, and

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate by time of appointment or ABD with defense date.
• Evidence of ability to engage in and publish research and present at professional meetings.
• Experience with or potential for grant development and management.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in behavior analysis and special education.
• Maintain an active research agenda leading to publications and presentations.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students and contribute to service
• Supervise students in clinical, field, and internship experiences
• Participate in recruitment and retention initiatives

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Diversity and inclusion

Research dissemination

Grant development

Education

Doctorate in Special Education or related field

Job description

Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Behavior Analysis starting August 16, 2027. The nine-month appointment includes teaching courses in BCBA certification and special education licensure, maintaining an active research agenda, mentoring students, and contributing to service at multiple levels.

Required qualifications include a doctoral degree (ABD with defense date acceptable), current BCBA credential, and