Director/Assistant Professor- Applied Behavior Analysis

Position Details

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We are committed to attracting and retaining quality faculty and staff. In doing so, Marshall University offers outstanding benefit packages to eligible employees only. (E-Class in the job posting). Marshall University Research Corporation (MURC) employees have different benefit options than those listed below.

• Work week is 37.5 hrs.
• A great highlight in December is that Marshall University employees receive almost two weeks off for Winter Break!
• Holidays

• Employees receive 13 Paid Holidays

• Annual and Sick Leave

• Classified Staff, Non-Classified Staff and 12-month Faculty earn up to 24 days of annual leave per year (max 360 hours) and up to 18 days of sick leave per year. ) Employee Leave

• Health Insurance

• Marshall University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA). There are seven (7) health benefit plans.

• Educational/Tuition Benefits

• Marshall University provides tuition benefits to regular employees (after probationary period) and their dependent children.

• Retirement Plans

• Marshall University offers retirement through Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Full-time benefits eligible employees must participate in the mandated retirement plan (401(a)).

• Life Insurance

• Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings.

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Position Information

Banner Position Number 001579 Position Title Director/Assistant Professor- Applied Behavior Analysis Classification Title Assistant Professor Department Special Education

• MU611S Job Description

The Department of Special Education invites applications for a tenure-track position as Director / Assistant Professor beginning August 2024.

The director of the MA Program in Applied Behavior Analysis will be responsible for the leadership and management of the program. This includes curriculum development; faculty recruitment, support, and supervision; student admissions; coordination of field placements in the community; and communication with accrediting organizations. The director will be responsible for ensuring the program aligns with the standards and procedures outlined by accrediting organizations.

Candidates interviewing on campus must submit unofficial transcripts (UG & G) directly to the Chair of the search committee.

Location MU

• Marshall University Salary Range Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Qualifications

Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Doctoral degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field.

Experience

• A minimum of three years of experience in higher education, including program administration and teaching.

• Prior experience working in the field as a behavior analyst.

• Experience in online course development and delivery.

• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to manage an academic program.

• Strong commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential preferred.

Experience

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number MU1482F Open Date 04/05/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary

The search committee requests that three reference letters to be submitted with your application. Please enter your references' information in the Reference Letter Submission section of the application. Your references will be notified via email to submit their reference letters to the search committee in our Applicant Tracking system.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you possess a Doctoral degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related field?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents