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Western Kentucky University (WKU) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-eligible, nine-month faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Behavior Analysis to support the development and launch of a new Behavior Analysis program within the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences. This position offers an opportunity to play a key role in designing a high-quality academic program that integrates research, teaching, and community engagement to meet the growing demand for Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).

The successful candidate will join a collaborative, student-centered faculty committed to evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary partnership, and preparing professionals to serve individuals with developmental and behavioral needs across diverse settings.

Primary responsibilities:

+ Provide leadership in curriculum development, accreditation, and implementation of the new Behavior Analysis program

+ Teach graduate courses in applied behavior analysis and undergraduate courses in behavior

+ Establish and sustain a robust research and publication agenda, including pursuit of external funding

+ Supervise student fieldwork and practicum experiences in accordance with BACB standards

+ Advise and mentor students to foster academic and professional growth

+ Engage in service to the department, college, university, and professional community

Job Requirements:

+ PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Special Education, or closely related field (ABD considered if degree completion by date of hire)

+ Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or eligibility for certification within one year of appointment

+ Additional qualifications for each rank are as follows:

+ Assistant Professor: Candidate is expected to demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching and have an active and productive program of scholarly research.

+ Associate Professor: Candidate must have 6+ years experience in higher education, demonstrate excellence in teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, evidence of sustained scholarly activity including publications and presentations, and a record of service to the institution and profession.

+ Full Professor: Candidate must have earned tenure at another institution, have 12+ years experience in higher education, demonstrate excellence in teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, evidence of sustained scholarly activity including publications and presentations, and a record of service to the institution and profession.

Additional Information:

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at [email protected] or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

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