Need Assistant / Associate Professor - Behavior Analysis in Denton, TX
Job title: Assistant / Associate Professor - Behavior Analysis
Company: University of North Texas
Job description: Welcome to the . The UNT System includes the and , the and UNT Dallas , and the . We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at
Posting Title Assistant / Associate Professor - Behavior Analysis
Department UNT-Behavior Analysis-135320
College/School The college of Health & Public Service
Job Location Denton
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility ORP Eligible
Additional Retirement Information
For more information on retirement plan options, please visit .
Salary Information
Department Summary
The College of Health and Public Service (HPS) at the University of North Texas, distinguished as one of the few Tier-One research universities designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), prepares graduates to address diverse and complex social issues such as aging, disability, disaster management and recovery, criminal justice, health disparities, and public safety, and find solutions to challenges in public administration, public health, and urban design. We have seven academic departments with undergraduate and graduate programs, the Center for Public Management, the UNT Speech and Hearing Center, UNT Workplace Inclusion & Sustainable Employment (WISE), and a number of professional development and clinical training programs to facilitate careers to address a global society.
HPS students are trained to lead nonprofits, become educators, researchers, and professionals who strengthen the diverse communities we serve with thoughtful, inclusive, and equitable practices as audiologists, behavior analysts, city managers, emergency managers, health care administrators, public safety administrators, public health specialists, rehabilitation counselors, speech-language pathologists, social workers, urban planners and more.
Located within HPS, the Department of Behavior Analysis has 7 full-time tenured and tenure-track faculty, 2 professional faculty, 1 research faculty, and many part-time lecturers. The department takes pride in having a faculty of excellent scholars, including many who have won prestigious awards and recognition from disciplinary bodies, the university, and local and regional governing bodies. Many of our faculty serve in leadership roles in the discipline, including serving on editorial boards of our leading journals.
The department prepares graduates for careers in behavior analysis as researchers, academics, and scientist-practitioners. The department has been training students in behavior analysis for more than 30 years, was the first program accredited by ABAI, and was recognized by ABAI for enduring programmatic contributions to the discipline. We offer four degree-granting programs: a verified course sequence (VCS) leading to a Bachelor of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis, a VCS leading to a Master of Arts in Applied Behavior Analysis, an ABAI-accredited Master of Science in Behavior Analysis, and a Ph.D. in Health Sciences with a concentration in Behavior Analysis. In 2022, the department had 320 graduate students and the undergraduate program had 135 students.
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.
Position Summary
The Department of Behavior Analysis at the University of North Texas invites applications for a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor to begin in Fall 2024. The ideal candidate will direct a strong programmatic line of research that is either currently externally funded or has the potential for external funding and makes a scholarly impact in the discipline. The candidate's research program will involve students as junior colleagues, align with departmental priorities, and make synergistic use of the partners and collaborators available in the college, university, and community. The ideal candidate will contribute to the academic success of behavior analysis students by offering individualized mentorship across practical experiences and research projects, as well as by developing and revising courses in their areas of expertise.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Behavior Analysis or a related discipline from an accredited institution; Candidates who are ABD will be considered, but the position requires completion of all doctoral requirements by Aug. 31, 2024.
Evidence of research with high potential for external support.
Experience with college teaching in at least one area of behavior analysis or related area.
Strong interpersonal, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Current certification as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral (BCBA-D) and eligible for licensure in Texas;
Demonstrated working knowledge of current pedagogical and instructional technologies that are adaptive to student needs;
Demonstrated knowledge in several areas of behavior analytic content;
Demonstrated in-depth skill and knowledge in specific area(s) of expertise and scholarship;
Experience with college teaching in multiple modes of instruction, including in-person, hybrid, online synchronous, and/or online asynchronous instruction;
Demonstrated commitment to promoting student success and fostering a culture of continuous improvement in teaching through direct teaching and mentoring;
Demonstrated commitment, through service and leadership, to the discipline of behavior analysis;
Demonstrated success in scholarship through active grants and publication record in area(s) of expertise;
Expertise in one of the following specialty areas:
Autism Intervention
Behavior Analysis in Education
Behavioral Gerontology
Behavioral Medicine and Health
Instructional Design & Learning Technology
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Organizational Behavior Management
Required License / Registration / Certification
Physical Requirements Ability to communicate
Area of Specialty
Security Sensitive This is a security sensitive position.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
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Job Duties
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F1398P
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quicklink for Posting
Position End Date (if temporary)
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents * Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
References - List of Names and Contact Information for 3
Statement of Research Interests
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Optional Documents
Expected salary:
Location: Denton, TX
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Company: University of North Texas
Job description: Welcome to the . The UNT System includes the and , the and UNT Dallas , and the . We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at
Posting Title Assistant / Associate Professor - Behavior Analysis
Department UNT-Behavior Analysis-135320
College/School The college of Health & Public Service
Job Location Denton
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility ORP Eligible
Additional Retirement Information
For more information on retirement plan options, please visit .
Salary Information
Department Summary
The College of Health and Public Service (HPS) at the University of North Texas, distinguished as one of the few Tier-One research universities designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), prepares graduates to address diverse and complex social issues such as aging, disability, disaster management and recovery, criminal justice, health disparities, and public safety, and find solutions to challenges in public administration, public health, and urban design. We have seven academic departments with undergraduate and graduate programs, the Center for Public Management, the UNT Speech and Hearing Center, UNT Workplace Inclusion & Sustainable Employment (WISE), and a number of professional development and clinical training programs to facilitate careers to address a global society.
HPS students are trained to lead nonprofits, become educators, researchers, and professionals who strengthen the diverse communities we serve with thoughtful, inclusive, and equitable practices as audiologists, behavior analysts, city managers, emergency managers, health care administrators, public safety administrators, public health specialists, rehabilitation counselors, speech-language pathologists, social workers, urban planners and more.
Located within HPS, the Department of Behavior Analysis has 7 full-time tenured and tenure-track faculty, 2 professional faculty, 1 research faculty, and many part-time lecturers. The department takes pride in having a faculty of excellent scholars, including many who have won prestigious awards and recognition from disciplinary bodies, the university, and local and regional governing bodies. Many of our faculty serve in leadership roles in the discipline, including serving on editorial boards of our leading journals.
The department prepares graduates for careers in behavior analysis as researchers, academics, and scientist-practitioners. The department has been training students in behavior analysis for more than 30 years, was the first program accredited by ABAI, and was recognized by ABAI for enduring programmatic contributions to the discipline. We offer four degree-granting programs: a verified course sequence (VCS) leading to a Bachelor of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis, a VCS leading to a Master of Arts in Applied Behavior Analysis, an ABAI-accredited Master of Science in Behavior Analysis, and a Ph.D. in Health Sciences with a concentration in Behavior Analysis. In 2022, the department had 320 graduate students and the undergraduate program had 135 students.
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.
Position Summary
The Department of Behavior Analysis at the University of North Texas invites applications for a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor to begin in Fall 2024. The ideal candidate will direct a strong programmatic line of research that is either currently externally funded or has the potential for external funding and makes a scholarly impact in the discipline. The candidate's research program will involve students as junior colleagues, align with departmental priorities, and make synergistic use of the partners and collaborators available in the college, university, and community. The ideal candidate will contribute to the academic success of behavior analysis students by offering individualized mentorship across practical experiences and research projects, as well as by developing and revising courses in their areas of expertise.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Behavior Analysis or a related discipline from an accredited institution; Candidates who are ABD will be considered, but the position requires completion of all doctoral requirements by Aug. 31, 2024.
Evidence of research with high potential for external support.
Experience with college teaching in at least one area of behavior analysis or related area.
Strong interpersonal, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Current certification as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral (BCBA-D) and eligible for licensure in Texas;
Demonstrated working knowledge of current pedagogical and instructional technologies that are adaptive to student needs;
Demonstrated knowledge in several areas of behavior analytic content;
Demonstrated in-depth skill and knowledge in specific area(s) of expertise and scholarship;
Experience with college teaching in multiple modes of instruction, including in-person, hybrid, online synchronous, and/or online asynchronous instruction;
Demonstrated commitment to promoting student success and fostering a culture of continuous improvement in teaching through direct teaching and mentoring;
Demonstrated commitment, through service and leadership, to the discipline of behavior analysis;
Demonstrated success in scholarship through active grants and publication record in area(s) of expertise;
Expertise in one of the following specialty areas:
Autism Intervention
Behavior Analysis in Education
Behavioral Gerontology
Behavioral Medicine and Health
Instructional Design & Learning Technology
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Organizational Behavior Management
Required License / Registration / Certification
Physical Requirements Ability to communicate
Area of Specialty
Security Sensitive This is a security sensitive position.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Driving University Vehicle No
Job Duties
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F1398P
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quicklink for Posting
Position End Date (if temporary)
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents * Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
References - List of Names and Contact Information for 3
Statement of Research Interests
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Optional Documents
Expected salary:
Location: Denton, TX
Apply Now