Assistant Professor-in-Residence in Developmental Disabilities and Applied Behavior Analysis, College of Education [R0152682].

Requisition #R0152682 | Start date: July 1, 2027

About the role

The Department of Early Childhood, Multilingual, and Special Education seeks a non-tenure-track Assistant Professor in Residence of Special Education. The selected candidate will support students in undergraduate and graduate programs leading to licensure in special education and/or applied behavior analysis certification. Responsibilities include teaching, advising, recruiting, mentoring students, program and curriculum development, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The role also involves scholarship, external funding applications, research on effective practices, and practitioner-oriented scholarship.

About the department

The Department of Early Childhood, Multilingual, and Special Education is a diverse faculty committed to improving the quality of life and educational experience for young children, multilingual learners, and individuals with disabilities. The department offers undergraduate and graduate programs in early childhood education, multilingual education, and special education, and houses research centers such as the Lynn Bennett Early Childhood Education Center and the Disability Center for Collaborative Research, Inclusive Education, and Well-being.

The department partners with public schools and community settings, including urban and rural districts, and is actively engaged in professional fields as journal editors, review board members, and leaders of professional organizations. As an HSI and AANAPISI-designated College of Education, the department prepares learners to address contemporary challenges through equity and access, community engagement, and high-quality services.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop courses in special education and applied behavior analysis.
• Advise, recruit, and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Engage in program and curriculum development.
• Collaborate with field experiences and clinical practice for pre-service and in-service educators.
• Participate in interdisciplinary collaboration within the department and college.
• Maintain an active program of scholarship, including external funding applications and research on effective practices.
• Support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness, and contribute to a respectful work environment.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Special Education or a closely related field from an accredited institution (must be obtained prior to the start date).
• At least two to three years of verified experience working with people with disabilities in educational or community settings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA or BCBA-D) or meets qualifications to apply for licensure in Nevada.
• Teacher licensure or certification in special education.
• Expertise in developmental disabilities, such as autism and intellectual disability.
• Expertise in culturally responsive practices and working with diverse learners.
• Experience teaching in higher education, particularly in applied behavior analysis and/or special education programs.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students.
• Current or emerging record of scholarship focused on students with autism and/or intellectual disabilities (e.g., publications, conference presentations, external funding proposals).

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
• Excellent health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs.
• No state income tax.
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools for employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs.
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts.
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts.
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus.
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost.
• Opportunities for career advancement to leadership roles.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• Comprehensive onboarding program (Rebels: Onboard).
• Support and resources for veteran applicants.

About the university

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution with approximately 34,000 students and over 4,451 faculty and staff. Classified as an R1 research university with very high research activity, UNLV is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, driving economic activity through research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada. UNLV is ranked among the nation’s most diverse universities for undergraduates and is dedicated to serving its diverse population.