Assistant Professor in ABA

Position Summary

The Department of Communication Sciences and Special Education ( CSSE ) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Special Education with expertise in applied behavior analysis. This is an academic year (9 month) full-time position to begin August 1, 2023. Additional opportunities for summer employment may be available. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position is contingent on the continued availability of funding.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications for the position will require all of the following:

• A letter of application specifically responsive to the position’s responsibilities, required qualifications, and preferred qualifications, as described above with particular attention to research, teaching and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• A complete curriculum vitae.
• All undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable).
• The names of three persons who can provide letters of reference. If the candidate prefers their interest in this position to remain confidential, state this request in the letter of application; references will then not be contacted until the search committee has corresponded with the applicant.

Questions may be addressed to the search committee chair, Dr. Joel Ringdahl (ringdahl@uga.edu).

Review of applications will begin November 6, 2022 and continue until the position is filled.

Posting Details

Posting Number

F1409P

Working Title

Assistant Professor in ABA

Department

COE-Comm Sciences & Special Ed

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

As the 4th largest public college of education in the country and the 3rd largest college at UGA, the Mary Frances Early College of Education ( MFECOE ) improves the lives of residents of Georgia and beyond through our instruction, research, and service. The MFE COE is a comprehensive college with disciplines focused on teacher preparation, counseling and human development, communication sciences, human movement sciences, career development, student affairs, and educational administration and policy. We place significant emphasis on graduate education with approximately 40% of our students at the graduate level, making us the second largest college at UGA with respect to graduate education.

Named for Mary Frances Early, UGA’s first African American graduate, in February 2020, the MFECOE has a long and distinguished history as a leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our other strengths include a) partnerships with multiple units on campus, in the local community, and across the state of Georgia, b) faculty expertise manifested in well- regarded scholarship and applied practice, and c) recognition of our academic programs by external stakeholders.

The Special Education program offers several degree programs, including bachelors, dual (Bachelor’s and Master’), Master’s in Special Education, Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis, and Ph.D. in Special Education. Our Master’s level students receive coursework and the needed supervised practicum experience to be eligible for the BACB certification exam as a BCBA . The program is part of an interdisciplinary department within a college that includes a range of health, clinical, professional, and educational programs. More information about the department can be found at www.coe.uga.edu/csse.

College/Unit/Department website

https://coe.uga.edu/directory/communication-sciences-and-special-education/

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date

08/01/2023

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date

10/06/2022

Job Closing Date

Open until filled

Yes

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title

Assistant Professor

FLSA

Faculty Rank

Assistant Professor

Contract Type

Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status

Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

An earned doctorate (Ph.D. or equivalent) in applied behavior analysis, special education, or a closely related field. or degree to be awarded before the start date.

Additional Requirements

Required Qualifications for this position include all of the following:

• Board Certification in Applied Behavior Analysis ( BCBA )
• Established record or evidence of strong potential of producing scholarship in the area of applied behavior analysis in clinical or applied contexts, such as classrooms, homes, and clinics.
• Established record or demonstrated potential for securing federal or private research funding
• Demonstrated commitment to collaborative, professional interactions and service

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

• Expertise working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including autism spectrum and related disorders
• History of working with individuals who experience behavior disorders more broadly (e.g., oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorder, emotional/behavioral disorder)
• Expertise with contextual behavior science including ACT and RFT
• Established record of research, teaching, and/or service activities that support diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Knowledge and ability to teach in the area of the philosophy of behaviorism.
• Knowledge and ability to teach in the area of basic and translational behavior analysis.
• Background in and knowledge of classroom-based implementation of applied behavior analysis and ability to supervise in such contexts.

Physical Demands

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include all of the following and other duties as assigned:

• Develop and sustain a line of research that contributes broadly to the scientific advancement of applied behavior analysis, particularly as it relates to P-12 students experiencing behavior challenges.
• Pursue external funding for research and training
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses (face-to-face, online, and/or blended) that focus on evidence-based practices for university students seeking undergraduate and graduate degrees in special education and behavior analysis
• Supervise university students seeking board certification in applied behavior analysis
• Engage in departmental, college, university, and professional service

Percentage Of Time

100

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents