The Department of Psychology and Sociology at the University of North Alabama invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with a specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), beginning in August 2022. We seek a colleague who is committed to and has a record of exemplary teaching and high-quality research with undergraduate students. The successful applicant will contribute to the department curriculum, which includes a minor in ABA, by teaching courses in general psychology, learning, and courses in our ABAI Verified Course Sequence. Instruction in advanced courses in their area of expertise is also encouraged. Experience in online teaching or a willingness to learn how to develop and teach online courses is required. Standard teaching load is twelve (12) credit hours per semester (traditional and online). Additional duties will include academic advisement of students, advising and mentoring student organizations, and involvement with professional psychology organizations. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, or a related field from an accredited university (ABD will be considered) and should hold a current Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential. Initial review of applications will begin on January 1st, 2022 and continue until the position is filled. 

The University of North Alabama is the state’s oldest public university and sits on a beautiful 130-acre campus in historic Florence, Alabama. Florence is located within a four-city area on the banks of the Tennessee River known as the Shoals, which is steeped in arts, culture, and entertainment—and is home to the famous Muscle Shoals sound.

Primary responsibilities include teaching lower- and upper-level undergraduate psychology courses (12 hours), research and scholarly activity including supervision of undergraduate research projects, and university and community service. Additional duties will include academic advisement of students, advising and mentoring student organizations, and involvement with professional psychology organizations.

Minimum qualifications include a PhD in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, or a related field from an accredited university (ABD considered) prior to start date, as well as a current Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) credential. Desired qualifications include teaching experience at the undergraduate level, experience in online teaching or a willingness to learn how to develop and teach online courses, excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to establish an active undergraduate research program, demonstrated promise as an advisor and mentor to undergraduate students, and dedication to collegiality, inclusiveness, and diversity.

To apply for this position, please visit our Online Employment System at http://jobs.una.edu/postings/6127. Applications will only be accepted via this system.  Please be prepared to provide the following at the time of application: cover letter, resume/CV, teaching philosophy, research statement, evidence of teaching effectiveness, evidence of scholarly productivity, contact information for at least three professional/academic references, and a diversity statement.  Transcripts are also required but may be submitted at a later date.  Information regarding the diversity statement can be found here.  Please read the “Special Instructions to Applicants” and “Minimum Qualifications” sections of the online posting for application requirement details.  For questions, please email employment@una.edu or call 256.765.4291.

UNA is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving excellence and strength through diversity. UNA seeks a wide range of applicants for this position so that one of our core values, ethnic and cultural diversity, will be affirmed.  We welcome applicants who are committed to working at a university that values diversity, equity, and inclusion for faculty, staff, and students.