Assistant Professor in Applied Psychology

Rutgers The State University of New Jersey Department of Applied Psychology

United States

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title Tenure Track Assistant professor

Department GSAPP-Applied Psychology

Salary Open

Posting Summary

The Department of Applied Psychology at the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) at Rutgers University, New Brunswick is seeking an outstanding candidate for a tenure track assistant professor position specializing in research in the field of applied behavior analysis (ABA). The successful candidate should have a strong record of scholarly research in ABA, have demonstrated the potential to generate external funding, and show excellent potential to mentor graduate students.

Although not required, preference will be given to candidates who have clinical and research experience with individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and related disorders. The new faculty may have the opportunity to collaborate with faculty and staff at the Douglass Developmental Disabilities Center (DDDC) and/or Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services (RCAAS). Opportunities exist for collaboration with faculty members in GSAPP and the broader Rutgers University community.

Candidates will teach at the graduate level, contribute to student training at BA/MA and doctoral levels, and will be expected to develop and maintain an active, extramurally funded research program. Salary, start-up, and other considerations are consistent with Rutgers’ commitment to attract exceptional individuals. GSAPP places a high degree of emphasis on fostering and encouraging a diverse community of faculty and students and on supporting research and practice that benefits diverse and under-served communities; applicants who can contribute in this valued direction are particularly encouraged to apply. More information on our program can be found at: https://gsapp.rutgers.edu/programs/applied-behavior. To apply, please submit materials (CV, representative reprints, and 3 references).
The Department of Applied Psychology is located on the Busch Campus of Rutgers University. It houses multiple graduate programs in ABA (Master of Applied Behavior Analysis, Master of Psychology – ABA Track, Certificate in ABA) and is currently growing. We are developing new programs and collaborations within and outside of the Rutgers community.

Posting Number 21FA0127

Minimum Education and Experience

Have a doctorate in ABA, psychology, or related field
A strong record of scholarship
An active program of research and publications in the field of ABA
Teaching at a graduate level as well as professional experience
Excellent organizational skills
Have a BCBA or BCBA-D certification

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Behavior analyst with a successful history of research, teaching, and mentoring of students
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to be flexible and working in an environment of expansion and change
Candidates will be expected to develop and maintain an active, extramurally funded research program.

Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/126095

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