Associate Professor, Behavior Analysis Job at University of Nevada, Reno
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If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or
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. For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778.
Job Description
The Behavior Analysis Program in the Department of Psychology at the University of Nevada, Reno is seeking applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the Associate Professor level to provide essential training in core pillars of the BA Program: the analysis of language and cognition across conceptual, research, and applied domains. Recruitment of expertise in this area aligns with the following themes in the UNR Strategic Plan: behavior science directed towards socially significant needs including behavioral health, social well-being, climate change, behavioral economics, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. These areas of specialization complement and build upon the program’s existing strengths. Current members of the Behavior Analysis faculty have expertise in organizational behavior management, behavioral systems analysis, early intensive intervention, developmental disabilities, animal learning, relational frame theory, acceptance and commitment training, behavioral economics, and behavior theory and philosophy. Successful candidates will demonstrate the potential to develop a strong extramurally supported research program, train and supervise graduate students, teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and supervise undergraduate field experiences. Competitive startup funds are available. Start date is based on candidate’s availability, July 1, 2023 or January 1, 2024.
The Behavior Analysis (BA) Program is one of three programs in the Department of Psychology in the College of Science. The program is the recipient of the Enduring Programmatic Contribution in Behavior Analysis Award by the Society for Advancement of Behavior Analysis in 2010, and is widely known for its intellectual breadth, scholarly productivity, commitment to excellence, and community engagement and outreach. The BA program is accredited by the Association for Behavior Analysis International at the bachelor, masters and doctoral levels, and offers coursework and supervised experiences consistent with the Behavior Analysis Certification Board and the State of Nevada. Other programs in the Department of Psychology include the APA-approved program in Clinical Psychology and the Cognitive and Brain Sciences program. Both offer undergraduate and advanced degrees in their respective domains.
Required Qualifications
PhD in behavior analytic psychology or related field and a record of excellence in research, teaching, and service that supports appointment and tenure at the rank of Associate Professor at an R1 institution.
Preferred Qualifications
Expertise that complements and expands the research, instructional, outreach and community engagement capacity of the program.
Compensation Grade
Associate Professor, 9-month
To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit:
Salary Schedules
and select Academic Faculty (Nine-month), Assistant Professor. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.
Remarkable Retirement!
Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 15.50% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.
“I had no idea the values of the faculty retirement plan when I joined UNR. On my first day, I found out I was fully vested in my contributions and the companies 15.5% matching. I have watched my retirement grow over the years, not only in contributions, but with investments. It is hard to put into words how appreciative I am to feel so secure in my future” – Michelle B.
Perks of Working at UNR!
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Health insurance options including dental and vision -Health Insurance
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Generous annual and sick leave, life insurance and long-term disability –Faculty Benefits
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E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options.E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center
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Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders
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Mountain EAPsupports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
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Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focusing on campus-wide diversity initiatives to ensure we are working to create a diverse and welcoming campus climate.Diversity Groups
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Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University.Faculty Senate
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No state income tax
Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees
The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee’s spouse or domestic partner.
Faculty Grants-in-Aid
Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program
The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada.
Dual Career Assistance Program
Department Information
The Department of Psychology has approximately 900 undergraduate psychology majors, 440 neuroscience majors through a collaborative program with the Department of Biology, 120 graduate students, 32 tenure-ladder faculty, four teaching faculty, and a corps of administrative staff. Reno is located in Northern Nevada in the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. Notable Sierra attractions include Lake Tahoe and Yosemite Valley. The area is rated among the most livable and affordable cities in the US. For more information about the Psychology Department and the Behavior Analysis Program, please visit:
https://www.unr.edu/psychology
Contact Information
Search Chair: Ramona Houmanfar at
Search Coordinator: Beth Jacobsen at 775-682-8787 or
Search Chair: Ramona Houmanfar at
ramonah@unr.edu
Search Coordinator: Beth Jacobsen at 775-682-8787 or
jacobsenb@unr.edu
Exempt
Yes
Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%
Required Attachment(s)
Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at
jobs@unr.edu
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Please attach the following documents to your application:
1) Resume/CV
2) Cover Letter
3) Contact Information for Five Professional references
4) Statement of research interests and plans (limit three pages)
5) Statement of teaching interests (limit two pages)
6) Please write a brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying
This posting is open until filled.
Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. The search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.
Posting Close Date
Note to Applicant
A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.
Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.
Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.
University of Nevada, Reno
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