College/Department Overview:
The College of Education and Professional Studies currently has 100 full-time and over 100 part-time faculty organized in seven departments. The college offers 21 undergraduate majors and 29 graduate majors. All teacher education programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). The College has an enrollment of nearly 3500 students, about one-fourth of whom are graduate students. For further information see our website at http://www.uco.edu/ceps
The Department of Psychology resides within the College of Education and Professional Studies and has one undergraduate major, five master’s programs, and an Education Specialist degree in School Psychology. Accreditations include those from the master's in psychology and counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC), the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), and a verified course sequence by the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI).
Position Overview:
Teaches, advises, and mentors students, evaluates student performance, and maintains department and student records in accordance with university policies. Adheres to the educational philosophy of the university. Works in a collaborative manner with colleagues and professional peers. Participates in university meetings that relate specifically to faculty. Serves on department, college, and university committees as requested. Prepares departmental reports as requested. Engages in teaching, service, and scholarly and/or creative activities as defined by the tenure and promotion policy in the UCO Employee and Faculty Handbook. Reports to the Chair of the Department and the Dean of the College. This is a full-time, tenure-track position and will start August 2026. Review of applications will begin February 1, 2026.
Department Specific Essential Job Functions:
The Department of Psychology at the University of Central Oklahoma invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to be filled by a behavior analyst who has an earned doctorate and experience using evidence-based psychological practices in their clinical or experimental work. See more information on this website: https://www.uco.edu/programs/jcgs/ceps/psychology/behavior-analysis
Primary responsibilities include:
- Teaching undergraduate courses in psychology with an emphasis on behavior analysis and in our Behavior Analysis master’s program. The teaching load is 12 credit hours each fall and spring semester. Instruction in courses may require a variety of formats (face-to-face, hybrid, and online) and teaching day and evening courses on rotation.
- Willingness to serve and advance the Behavior Analysis master’s program including actively pursuing ABAI (Association for Behavior Analysis International) accreditation for a master’s level program.
- Conducting scholarly work related to ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis), engaging, supporting, and mentoring student research, and chairing or serving on master’s thesis committees.
Qualifications/Experience Required:
An earned doctorate degree awarded by a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution in Psychology, Behavior Analysis, or a related area (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval). The candidate should have a current BCBA or BCBA-D certification (Board Certified Behavior Analyst or Doctoral-level certification) and be eligible for license as a Licensed Behavior Analyst in Oklahoma.
NOTE: ABDs (all-but-dissertation) may apply, but if the doctorate is not obtained and submitted by the time of employment, the position rank will change to Tenure Track-Instructor.
Qualifications/Experience Preferred:
Teaching experience in higher education and experience developing and delivering online courses using learning management systems. Ability to provide high-quality mentorship to undergraduate and graduate students and a record of scholarship. Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Training and research in learning and behavior, behavior analysis, and experimental psychology. Ability to mentor and advise students in behavior analytic research and practice areas.
Physical Demands:
Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
