Assistant Professor of Behavior Analysis

Title: Assistant Professor of Behavior Analysis

Employee Classification: Asst Professor

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

Sub Division-Department: UNT-Col of Health & Public Servic

Department: UNT-Behavior Analysis-135320

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.

FTE: 1.00

Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible

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The College of Health and Public Service (HPS) at the University of North Texas prepares graduates to address diverse and complex social issues such as aging, disability, disaster management and recovery, criminal justice, health disparities and public safety, and find solutions to challenges in public administration, public health, exercise physiology and urban design.

We have eight academic departments with undergraduate and graduate programs, the Kristin Farmer Autism Center, the Center for Public Management, the UNT Speech and Hearing Center, the UNT Work Inclusion and Supported Employment (UNTWISE) program, UNT ELEVAR, and several professional development and clinical training programs to facilitate careers to address a global society.

The Department of Behavior Analysis (DBA) at the University of North Texas (UNT) is renowned for its pioneering role in the field of behavior analysis. The mission of the DBA is to provide a nationally recognized program of learning opportunities for graduate students, fostering the knowledge and skills that enable graduates to compete successfully and contribute significantly to society. Additionally, the department aims to advance the discipline of behavior analysis through applied and basic research that enhances the understanding of human behavior and leads to demonstrable positive behavior change.

The DBA boasts a distinguished faculty with expertise in theoretical, experimental, and applied behavior analysis. It houses several research labs where students can engage in cutting‑edge research and practical training. The department offers a comprehensive range of degree programs, including a B.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis, an M.S. in Behavior Analysis, an M.A. in Applied Behavior Analysis, and a Ph.D. in Health Sciences (HS) with a concentration in Behavior Analysis.

The Department of Behavior Analysis at the University of North Texas invites applications for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor to begin in Fall 2026. The ideal candidate will direct a strong programmatic line of research that makes a scholarly impact in the discipline and is either currently externally funded or has the potential for external funding. The candidate's research program will involve students as junior colleagues, align with departmental priorities, and make synergistic use of the partners and collaborators available in the college and the university.

The ideal candidate will contribute to the academic success of behavior analysis students through individualized mentorship across practical experiences and research projects and by developing and teaching courses in their areas of expertise.

• Doctoral degree in Behavior Analysis or a related discipline from an accredited institution; candidates who are ABD will be considered, but the position requires completion of all doctoral requirements by August 31, 2026.
• Evidence of research with high potential for external support.
• Experience with college teaching in at least one area of behavior analysis or related…