Psychology, Behavior Analysis - Full-Time, Tenure-Track Assistant Professor

the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
The College has an enrollment of nearly 3500 students, about
one-fourth of whom are graduate students. For further information
see our website at http://www.uco.edu/ceps

The Department of Psychology resides within the College of
Education and Professional Studies and has one undergraduate major,
five master’s programs, and an Education Specialist degree in
School Psychology. Accreditations include those from the master's
in psychology and counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC), the
National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), and a verified
course sequence by the Association for Behavior Analysis
International (ABAI).

Position Overview:

Teaches, advises, and mentors students, evaluates student
performance, and maintains department and student records in
accordance with university policies. Adheres to the educational
philosophy of the university. Works in a collaborative manner with
colleagues and professional peers. Participates in university
meetings that relate specifically to faculty. Serves on department,
college, and university committees as requested. Prepares
departmental reports as requested. Engages in teaching, service,
and scholarly and/or creative activities as defined by the tenure
and promotion policy in the UCO Employee and Faculty Handbook.
Reports to the Chair of the Department and the Dean of the College.
This is a full-time, tenure-track position and will start August
2026. Review of applications will begin February 1, 2026.

Department Specific Essential Job Functions:

The Department of Psychology at the University of Central Oklahoma
invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor
position to be filled by a behavior analyst who has an earned
doctorate and experience using evidence-based psychological
practices in their clinical or experimental work. See more
information on this website:
https://www.uco.edu/programs/jcgs/ceps/psychology/behavior-analysis

Primary responsibilities include:
• Teaching undergraduate courses in psychology with an emphasis
on behavior analysis and in our Behavior Analysis master’s program.
The teaching load is 12 credit hours each fall and spring semester.
Instruction in courses may require a variety of formats
(face-to-face, hybrid, and online) and teaching day and evening
courses on rotation.
• Willingness to serve and advance the Behavior Analysis master’s
program including actively pursuing ABAI (Association for Behavior
Analysis International) accreditation for a master’s level
program.
• Conducting scholarly work related to ABA (Applied Behavior
Analysis), engaging, supporting, and mentoring student research,
and chairing or serving on master’s thesis committees.

Qualifications/Experience Required:

An earned doctorate degree awarded by a regionally accredited or
internationally recognized institution in Psychology, Behavior
Analysis, or a related area (exceptions require Academic Affairs
approval). The candidate should have a current BCBA or BCBA-D
certification (Board Certified Behavior Analyst or Doctoral-level
certification) and be eligible for license as a Licensed Behavior
Analyst in Oklahoma.

NOTE: ABDs (all-but-dissertation) may apply, but if the doctorate
is not obtained and submitted by the time of employment, the
position rank will change to Tenure Track-Instructor.

Qualifications/Experience Preferred:

Teaching experience in higher education and experience developing
and delivering online courses using learning management systems.
Ability to provide high-quality mentorship to undergraduate and
graduate students and a record of scholarship. Salary is
commensurate with credentials and experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Training and research in learning and behavior, behavior analysis,
and experimental psychology. Ability to mentor and advise students
in behavior analytic research and practice areas.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may
be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform essential functions.