Overview:

The Psychology Department at Salem State University is seeking to fill one full-time, temporary position in behavior analysis. Applicants for the position should be prepared to a) teach graduate courses in the MS Behavior Analysis program (e.g., applied behavior analysis, behavioral principles, small N research design and analysis, experimental analysis of behavior); b) teach undergraduate courses in the Psychology Department (e.g., introduction to learning, seminar in learning theory, ABA internship); c) maintain an active program of scholarship/research; d) demonstrate commitment to infusing multicultural content and social justice principles across all course work, research, supervision, advising & mentoring, and training; and e) contribute to and support efforts to maintain ABAI-accreditation for the M.S. Behavior Analysis Program. The M.S. Behavior Analysis Program is currently an evening program and all classes meet after 4:30 PM, while the undergraduate Psychology Department courses are during the day.

At Salem State University, we are passionate about fostering academic excellence and supporting the learning and growth of our students. We seek faculty who are dedicated to teaching and who thrive in a diverse and inclusive environment. Our strong focus on civic engagement and the success of our students, many of which are first-generation students, ensures that your work will have a meaningful impact both within the university and beyond. Join us at Salem State, where your scholarship, teaching and contributions to our community will be valued and celebrated.

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in Psychology with an emphasis in Behavior Analysis. ABD candidates may be considered if their doctorate is completed by August 31, 2025.
• Must hold an active status as BCBA or BCBA-D.
• Experience and demonstrated effectiveness in graduate and/or undergraduate teaching.
• Licensure eligibility to be a licensed applied behavior analyst (LABA) in the state of Massachusetts.
• Experience in and commitment to teaching, research, advising and/or mentoring students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Record of implementing social justice principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with and/or knowledge of the ABAI-accreditation standards for coursework content hours, supervised experiential learning hours, and thesis or equivalent standards.
• Demonstrated experience completing and/or overseeing graduate thesis or thesis equivalencies at an ABAI accredited institution.
• Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst in Massachusetts with full-time experience as an applied behavior analyst.
• Experience in supervision and training of individuals related to BACB certification and state licensure requirements.
• Experience in and commitment to teaching effectiveness using in person, hybrid, and online blended or synchronous modalities.
• An active program of scholarship/research that can include graduate and/or undergraduate students.

Working Conditions:

This is an on-site, in-person position in Salem, MA.

Office activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and interaction with computer equipment; occasional bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 5-10 pounds.

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr@salemstate.edu.

Application Instructions:

Please apply online and attach CV, Please apply online and attach curriculum vitae, (unofficial) transcripts, and a cover letter 

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.

This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement:

Salem State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Persons of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.

The university considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.