Teaching Assistant Professor, Global Institute for Behavior Analysis, Fully Remote

Okpsych; Reno, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a non-tenure track 12-month Teaching Assistant Professor with GIBA. The role will teach multiple online courses and support course development and quality assurance.

Responsibilities include mentorship and oversight of graduate research projects, student advisement, and active participation in synchronous meetings and cross‑disciplinary planning. The position is fully remote but highly collaborative and requires regular engagement with faculty,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Behavior Analysis or related field is required.
• Three or more years of experience as a behavior analyst preferred.
• Experience with inclusive online teaching practices is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach multiple online courses each year.
• Assist with development and quality improvement of online courses.
• Mentor and oversee graduate research projects.
• Provide student advisement and participate in virtual meetings with faculty, staff, and students.

Skills

Online teaching

Student advisement

Collaborative work

Education

Ph.D. in Behavior Analysis or related field

Job description

The Department of Psychology at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is seeking a non-tenure track 12-month Teaching Assistant Professor position for the Global Institute for Behavior Analysis (GIBA). This role will teach multiple online courses each year, assist with the continued development and quality of those courses, and provide mentorship and oversight for graduate research projects. The position requires knowledge of inclusive online teaching practices and student advisement. While this position is fully remote, it is highly collaborative in nature. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain regular hours and participate in recurring synchronous meetings with faculty, staff, and students. Regular engagement in virtual committee meetings, program planning, and collaborative initiatives is an essential part of supporting the program and its students.

Program Background

UNR has been offering distance learning since 1995. GIBA, established in 2022, offers an expanded version of the original Satellite Programs in Behavior Analysis program. The Master’s degree program is accredited by the Association for Behavior Analysis International Accreditation Board. Nondegree course sequences are also offered both domestically and internationally.

This position is fully remote. Please refer to our Remote Work Policy for more information: 2,071: Remote Work Arrangement Policy

Lecturer Statement

The University of Nevada, Reno reserves the right to hire at any level of Lecturer (I-II) or Teaching Assistant/Teaching Associate Professor (terminal degree candidates) that is appropriate for the hire. If you have questions about title, please inquire during the interview process.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Behavior Analysis or related field and at least three (3) years prior experience working in the field as a behavior analyst.

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates with a BCBA-D and online teaching experience are preferred but not required.

Department Information:

The Department has over 100 graduate students and more than 1000 majors, including an ABAI-accredited bachelor’s degree program, and it is home to a dynamic group of over 30 faculty with diverse interests and expertise in the psychological sciences. Please visit https://www.unr.edu/psychology for more information about the department and the university website https://www.unr.edu/academics for a list of UNR Schools and Colleges.

This job posting will close at 11:59pm PDT on September 23, 2026

EEO/AA. Women, under-represented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.