ABA Practice Faculty

Description

The Department of Special Education at Vanderbilt University invites applications for a three-year renewable appointment, non-tenure track professor of the practice faculty position with a specific focus in applied behavior analysis. The 11-month position is at the open rank level. The duties of the position are to teach courses in applied behavior analysis and single case research design; secure and supervise internship placements; supervise students in field internships; monitor BACB certification requirements; and serve on departmental and university committees.  Affiliation with the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Research on Human Development is possible.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will hold a doctorate in Special Education or related field, be a board-certified behavior analyst, have experience working with students with disabilities, and have an established record (or demonstrated potential) of dissemination activities such as publishing in relevant journals, presenting at national conferences, and developing instructional materials. Expertise and experience in preparing certified behavior analysts in evidence-based practices are necessary.

Application Instructions

Candidates should submit an application letter describing their qualifications and how their accomplishments address the expectations noted above. They should forward curriculum vitae, teaching evaluations, a sample of scholarly writing, and contact information for three people from whom letters of reference may be requested.

Review of applications will begin December 19, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Inquiries regarding this position should be addressed to: Jennifer Ledford, Search Committee Chair, at Jennifer.ledford@vanderbilt.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Vanderbilt University shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.