Prof of the Practice Faculty Position - Applied Behavior Analysis

The Department of Special Education at Vanderbilt University invites applications for a three-year renewable appointment, non-tenure track professor of the practice faculty position with a specific focus in applied behavior analysis. The 11-month position is at the open rank level. The duties of the position are to teach courses in applied behavior analysis and single case research design; secure and supervise internship placements; supervise students in field internships; monitor BACB certification requirements; and serve on departmental and university committees. Affiliation with the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Research on Human Development is possible.

The successful candidate will hold a doctorate in Special Education or related field, be a board-certified behavior analyst, have experience working with students with disabilities, and have an established record (or demonstrated potential) of dissemination activities such as publishing in relevant journals, presenting at national conferences, and developing instructional materials. Expertise and experience in preparing certified behavior analysts in evidence-based practices are necessary.

Peabody College, ranked among the top schools of education nationwide, provides strong faculty support (e.g., competitive salaries, generous start-up funds, expert support for grant preparation and post-grant award management, tuition benefits for dependent children). The Department of Special Educationconsistently ranked first among special education programs in the countryincludes a highly collaborative faculty committed to excellence in research, teaching, interdisciplinary partnerships, and leadership training. For over five decades, our department has been a prominent leader in the field of special education and graduate training. Our faculty are highly collaborative and invested in research that is ambitious, innovative, and inspiring. We partner extensively with school districts and disability organizations to meet the needs of students with disabilities from a wide variety of backgrounds, and to prepare the next generation of teachers and scholars.

Candidates should submit an application letter describing their qualifications and how their accomplishments address the expectations noted above. They should forward curriculum vitae, teaching evaluations, a sample of scholarly writing, and contact information for three people from whom letters of reference may be requested.

Applications materials should be submitted to https://apply.interfolio.com/179433

Review of applications will begin December 22, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Inquiries regarding this position should be addressed to: Jennifer Ledford, Search Committee Chair, at Jennifer.ledford@vanderbilt.edu.

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