Assistant Professor of Applied Behavior Analysis - Department of Psychology # 27-30

California State University, Northridge • Los Angeles, CA

13d • $75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Department of Psychology at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Applied Behavior Analysis. The appointment is effective August 19, 2027, subject to budgetary approval. The anticipated hiring range is $75,000–$80,000, depending on qualifications.

The successful candidate will teach graduate-level coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis, including Concepts and Principles of ABA; Behavior Methods – Measurement and Experimental Evaluation of Behavior; and special topics or autism intervention classes. Applicants may also teach undergraduate courses such as Behavioral Psychology and Therapy, Developmental Psychopathology, Advanced Inquiry courses in Applied Behavior Analysis, and Methods of Applied Behavior Analysis. A wide range of research interests is encouraged.

The role includes weekly office hours, faculty meetings, and service to the department, college, and university. Program service for the MS in ABA includes active participation on the MS ABA Graduate Program Committee, adherence to accreditation standards and program requirements, potential course development and curricular updates, and graduate student supervision. Teaching may take place on weekdays, evenings, weekends, and/or online. The successful candidate will contribute to equitable academic outcomes through teaching, student mentorship, scholarship, and service, and will meet the standards and requirements of the college and department for tenure and promotion.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or ABD in Applied Behavior Analysis from an accredited institution, or a Ph.D. in Psychology, Special Education, or a closely related field with an emphasis in behavior analysis.
• BCBA Certification.
• Evidence of, or clear potential for, excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in applied behavior analysis or related areas of psychology, in person and/or online.
• Evidence of, or clear potential for, providing mentored applied research experiences in applied behavior analysis or related areas of psychology for undergraduate and graduate students.

Nice To Haves

• Evidence of effective engagement or potential to engage with a diverse student body through culturally responsive pedagogy.
• Experience creating a student-centered and inclusive learning and mentoring environment.
• Mentoring research experience, including working with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience or potential in providing program- and department-level service.
• Supervisory experience in Applied Behavior Analysis.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate-level Applied Behavior Analysis coursework, including Concepts and Principles of ABA; Behavior Methods – Measurement and Experimental Evaluation of Behavior; and special topics or autism intervention classes.
• Potentially teach undergraduate courses in Applied Behavior Analysis and related areas of psychology.
• Hold weekly office hours and participate in faculty meetings.
• Provide service to the department, college, and university.
• Actively participate on the MS ABA Graduate Program Committee and contribute to the graduate program’s service needs.
• Adhere to accreditation standards and program requirements; potentially develop courses and update curricula.
• Supervise graduate students and provide mentored applied research experiences for undergraduate and graduate students.
• Contribute to equitable academic outcomes through teaching, student mentorship, scholarship, and service.
• Meet college and department standards and requirements for tenure and promotion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree