Postdoctoral Fellow: ABA Online Masters Program
Job Summary
The University of Utah's mission, vision, and values reflect its commitment to driving meaningful societal impact through education, research, and community engagement. With a focus on innovation and service, the U prepares students for lifelong success, advances discovery, and strengthens the well-being of Utahns and beyond. These guiding principles shape a bold, modern model of higher education—one that embraces place, fosters resilience, and leads with purpose. In service to that mission, the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) graduate program is seeking candidates for a Postdoctoral Fellowship within the newly formed Online M.Ed. in Special Education - Applied Behavior Analysis Emphasis Program which supports students to complete the requirements to become Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).
Responsibilities
- Teaching the Experiential Learning Course and supporting second year students to complete thesis equivalent projects comprising systematic literature reviews completed according to the PRISMA Guidelines
- Coordination/teaching of Supervised Experiential Learning for first year students
- Supervision and training for teaching assistants
- General administrative support for the program
- Support for marketing and program evaluation
Minimum Qualifications
- Hold a doctoral degree in Education, Special Education, Psychology, Behavior Analysis or a related field from an accredited program.
- Candidates should be recent graduates or have completed all requirements but their dissertation (ABD) with their degree conferred by August of 2026.
Preferences
- BCBA or BCBA-D in good standing (no disciplinary sanctions) and eligible to supervise BCBA candidates.
- Preference will be given to candidates who have documented experience supporting graduate student research and/or using the PRISMA guidelines.
Special Instructions
- With Your Application, Please Include:
- Cover Letter
- Name and contact information for three professional references
- Curriculum Vita
- Teaching Statement
- Statement of Mentoring and Supervision Philosophy
Requisition Number
PRN44827B
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Work Schedule Summary
This is a two-year, 9-month appointment beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2028.
Department
00165 - Special Education
Location
Campus
Pay Rate Range
$70,000
Close Date
7/23/2026
Open Until Filled
To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/201477