Full Professor – Applied Behavior Analysis

San José State University•San Jose, CA

11d•$88,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Psychology at San José State University is seeking to fill two tenure-track faculty positions in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). These positions will support a new, practice-focused Masters program in Applied Behavior Analysis and contribute to the Psychology Department through research, undergraduate teaching, and service. One position is an open-rank search (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) for an individual to direct the new MS program. The other position is for an Assistant Professor to serve as a core faculty member in the new ABA program. The specialization within behavior analysis is open for both positions. The department values a student-centered approach emphasizing teaching, research, and applied training, aiming to train students to provide evidence-based, culturally responsive, neurodiversity-affirming care. SJSU is located in the heart of Silicon Valley and is recognized for its academic excellence and transformative impact.

Requirements

A Ph.D. in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education or a related discipline.
Certification as a Doctoral-Level Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA-D) or demonstrated plans to receive this certification within one year of the position start date.
Demonstrated scholarly productivity and an established research agenda in behavior analysis.
Commitment to, and demonstrated potential for, teaching excellence within the department’s MS ABA graduate program and BA Psychology program.
Ability to assume a leadership role in the Psychology Department’s new practice-focused MS ABA program, including duties related to curriculum development, program planning, accreditation, and student recruitment, enrollment and mentorship.
Awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a socially and economically diverse student population as might have been gained in cross-cultural study, training, teaching, and other comparable experience.
US residence and proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check).

Nice To Haves

Leadership experience as faculty in a graduate program that prepared students for credentialing and professional practice as Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).
Demonstrated ability to form and sustain effective collaborative relationships with local service providers to support student practicum experiences in behavior analysis.
Potential to secure external funding to support research and/or enhance student instruction.
Ability to work effectively in a collegial atmosphere of shared governance.

Responsibilities

Teaching undergraduate courses and graduate coursework in psychology and applied behavior analysis.
Developing a program of research in applied behavior analysis and pursuing internal and external funding.
Mentoring and supporting undergraduate and graduate students of diverse backgrounds in conducting research.
Taking an active role in the MS in Applied Behavior Analysis graduate program, including serving as a mentor and advisor, instructor, and member of the MS ABA Program Committee.
Participating in shared governance, including department, college, and university committees and other service assignments.
Organizing all classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).
Demonstrating awareness and experience in understanding the needs of a diverse student population through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies, and advising.
Complying with mandated reporter requirements under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act.
Completing Clery Act training and reporting Clery incidents if designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).
Completing assigned and required CSU employee training (e.g., Data Security, FERPA, Preventing Discrimination and Harassment, Title IX, Health and Safety).
Complying with safety measures to decrease the likelihood of COVID-19 transmission or illness as required.