Full-time Assistant Professor or Professor of Practice in AppliedBehaviorAnalysis - Remote

National University; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

National University invites applications for a Full-time Assistant Professor or Professor of Practice in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with a remote location in the USA. The successful candidate will teach foundational ABA, supervise students, and contribute to program quality and student engagement.

Required credentials include a terminal degree in ABA and BCBA certification; a master’s in ABA is preferred for the Professor of Practice rank.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree required for Assistant Professor rank; master’s preferred for Professor of Practice.
• BCBA certification in good standing is required.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience and 3 years of teaching/training is required for Professor of Practice rank.

Responsibilities

• Teach ABA concepts, ethics, and behavior analysis fundamentals.
• Engage in scholarship and professional development aligned with faculty policies.
• Participate in curriculum oversight, governance, and program outreach and service.
• Mentor students and supervise practicum or fieldwork when applicable.

Education

Terminal degree (Ph.D., EdD, or PsyD) in Applied Behavioral Analysis or related discipline

Master’s degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis or related discipline

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing

Job description

Compensation Range: Annual Salary: $66,560.00 - $84,360.00 National University - San Diego, California Full-time Assistant Professor or Professor of Practice in Applied Behavior Analysis - Remote Location: Remote, USA The Department of Applied Behavior Analysis, School Psychology, and Educational Counseling (ASPEC), in the Sanford College of Education, at National University invites applications for Full-time Assistant Professor or Professor of Practice with a specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Rank is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated record of, or potential for excellence in, teaching and scholarship in their field along with a commitment to serving the University’s diverse adult student body. This position works closely with other faculty within the discipline and administration contributing to programmatic strategies that ensure program quality, student engagement, and success. We are looking for a candidate who can continuously improve Behavioral Analyst Certification Board (BACB) Pathway 2-aligned graduate coursework, mentor students, complete coursework attestation, and advance our program through scholarship and service.

Essential Functions

Teaching

• Behaviorism and philosophical foundations
• Concepts and principles of behavior analysis
• Measurement, data display, and interpretation
• Experimental design
• Ethical and professional issues, including the
• Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts
• Behavior assessment
• Behavior-change procedures
• Selecting and implementing interventions
• Personnel supervision and management
• Professional practice in ABA, including licensure and regulation, third-party funding, and practice guidelines consistent with APBA standards

Scholarship

• Maintain a productive scholarship agenda suitable to a teaching university.
• Engage in scholarly activities to maintain professional growth.
• Participate in professional development as outlined in faculty policies.

Service

• Participate in curriculum oversight, shared governance, and the student experience.
• Serve on committees at the program, department, school, college or/and university level and engage in community activities that promote program outreach and university goals.
• Participate in program meetings and advisory boards to integrate best practices and strategic initiatives.

Education & Experience

• Terminal degree (Ph.D., EdD, or PsyD) in Applied Behavioral Analysis or related discipline required to qualify for Assistant Professor rank; additionally hold a master’s degree in ABA preferred.
• Master’s degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis or a related discipline required to qualify for the Professor of Practice rank.
• A minimum of 10 years of professional experience, evidence of significant professional achievement, and a minimum of 3 years of teaching/training experience required to qualify for the Professor of Practice rank.
• Hold an active Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) certification in good standing

Special conditions of employment include

• Background check required.
• Travel is required at least once annually to attend the annual Commencement ceremony (if held onsite).

Candidate receiving offers will be offered a salary/pay rate commensurate with experience that vary based on a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies. Absent exceptional circumstances, candidates will be offered a salary within this range for this position. Base pay is one component of National University’s total rewards package, as we are dedicated to supporting the needs of the "whole you" with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family.

National University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant per applicable federal, state and local laws. At NU, a mix of highly talented, innovative, and creative people come together to make the impact of a lifetime for each of our student learners. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment, education, and admission at National University.