Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence. For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs. Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee account. Position Summary: The Department of Special Education (DSE) in the College of Education (COE) at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is seeking an Assistant Professor of Special Education to join our dynamic, student-centered faculty. The position of tenure-track Assistant Professor focusing on the ABA specialization is designed to provide the Department of Special Education with an emerging expert in the field that will collaborate with department faculty to solicit grant funding, conduct research, and publish peer-reviewed articles, as well as being a contributing member in the teaching of courses and service to the department, college, university, the field, and community. We are seeking a researcher that can support our efforts to become a Research 1 university and provide valuable input, given the dramatic increases in enrollment in the Special Education M.Ed. program. The Assistant Professor will teach courses focused primarily at the master’s and doctoral level on the ABA specialization (e.g., Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavior Change and Management Strategies, Behavior Analytic Teaching, Behavior Assessment and Intervention Selection, Advanced Applied Behavior Analysis, Ethics in ABA, and Behavior Analytic Supervision & Management). Responsibilities For this tenure-track position, we seek an applicant that can develop a strong record of research, teaching, and service. It is anticipated that an effective applicant will actively engage in publishing peer-reviewed articles, solicitation of external grant funding, and presentation at local, national, and international conferences. In terms of instruction, the applicant will enhance, develop, and teach courses primarily for students in the M.Ed. and Ph.D. ABA specialization programs. This candidate must have the knowledge, skills, and disposition to teach across a variety of platforms (e.g., face-to-face, hybrid, synchronous, and asynchronous online). This candidate will also assist with preparing reports or responses to teacher preparation, the Association for Behavior Analysis International®, Behavior Analyst Certification Board®, and other mandates (e.g., Florida Department of Education candidate completion rates, University Intellectual Foundations Program reporting) and collaborating with special education faculty to revise course and curriculum content as necessary. The new hire will work to promote the mission and goals of the Department, College, University, by participating in faculty meetings and assigned department committees, and working collaboratively and ethically with other faculty, staff, and students. Description of Florida Atlantic University Florida Atlantic University is classified as a “high research activity” institution and is on track to reach Research 1 university status in 2025. In 2017, FAU was designated a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). There are approximately 30,000 students and more than 6,500 faculty and staff. The main campus for the university is located in Boca Raton, Florida and there are additional campus locations along the Atlantic Ocean in Ft. Lauderdale, Davie, Dania Beach, and Jupiter, FL. In addition, the College oversees three highly-rated public laboratory schools whose three-fold mission is to be a demonstration site for teacher education; develop curricula; and conduct research. These schools cover all levels of K-12 education. The College also includes Pine Jog Environmental Education Center, which provides extension services in environmental education to the Broward and Palm Beach County Schools and the broader community; and the Communication Disorders Clinic, which offers diagnostic and treatment services for a wide variety of communication disorders. Description of the Department of Special Education The Department of Special Education provides leadership in our local, state, national, and international communities in the areas of teaching, research, and service. Faculty and Department efforts promote research-based practices that reflect changing societal needs of people with disabilities, their families, and the professionals and organizations who work with them. This is accomplished by bringing faculty, students, and members of our various communities together to improve the quality of education for all members of society. The Department of Special Education is deeply committed to a community of excellence, and as such welcomes applications from candidates who will contribute to improving the quality of education for all members of an increasingly technological, inclusive, and global society. Description of the Area Florida Atlantic University is located in Boca Raton, Florida, a tropical setting known for its culture and entertainment. The university's main campus is less than three miles from the Atlantic Ocean and Boca Raton's beaches. The area around FAU is known for its nightlife, trendy restaurants, and culture. The College of Education at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves. Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must have: • Earned doctorate in Special Education or a closely related field by August 1, 2025; • A minimum of three years of practical and effective teaching experience as a special educator with students in grades PK-12 or as an implementer of behavior analytic treatment in the home, school, and/or clinical setting; • Emerging evidence of scholarly activity (e.g., publications, conference presentations) and external funding potential; • Ability to effectively teach and supervise students using innovative instructional approaches, methods, and technologies to deliver instruction across formats (e.g., eLearning, hybrid courses); Preferred Qualifications • Hold a BCBA or BCBA-D certification or have taught behavior analytic coursework • Experience teaching in face-to-face and online environments; • An emerging record of engagement in professional service and community engagement activities that align with the advancement of the field of special education. Salary: Commensurate with Experience College or Department: College of Education Location: Boca Raton Work Days and Hours: N/A Application Deadline: 2025-03-14 Special Instructions to Applicant: This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice. This position is subject to funding. All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents. Required Documents: FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted. The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. When completing the online application, please upload the following: (1) a cover letter; (2) current curriculum vitae; (3) a professional statement (no more than two double-spaced pages) that describes their underlying philosophy on teaching, research, and service; and (4) contact information (email, address, phone number) for three professional references that can speak to your experience with graduate and undergraduate teaching and mentorship, scholarship, and service to the field. Transcripts: The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant. Background Screening: Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check. As a Hispanic-serving institution, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida state university system. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conductive to year-round outdoor activities. Accommodations: Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711 Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins. With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply. To learn more about the vision and mission of FAU, please visit: www.fau.edu In order to be considered for a position, you must apply through this job website. For more information on how to apply for a position, please review the applicable Applicant Tutorial (http://fau.edu/jobs/applicant-resources/) . To contact Recruitment Services, send an e-mail to jobs@fau.edu. 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Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application). Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.