Assistant Professor (Clinical) in The Department of Special Education
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The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Proposed Faculty Rank | Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
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Department | 00165 - Special Education |
City | Salt Lake City, UT |
Track | Non Tenure Track |
New Position to Begin | 7/1/2024 |
Details | The Department of Special Education at the University of Utah (https://special-ed.utah.edu/ ) seeks an outstanding individual for a Program Coordinator position in our Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program area. We are seeking an individual who has experience developing and teaching ABA coursework in various online formats, extensive knowledge of requirements for BCBA certification, and an understanding of requirements for program accreditation processes. Initially, this faculty member will play a key role in the development and launch of the new ABA online master’s program. Responsibilities will include: 1) collaborating with ABA faculty to develop and teach online coursework, 2) serve as ABAI verified course sequence coordinator, 3) lead collaboration with UOnline marketing and instructional design teams, 4) support efforts towards program accreditation, and 5) advise graduate students, including serving as chair of student master’s project committees. Following the program launch, we anticipate opportunities for this individual to engage in independent and collaborative research and engage in service that emphasizes partnerships within the University as well as with schools and organizations in the community. The Department of Special Education is aligned with the University of Utah’s mission to engage multiple communities to support improvements in quality of life outcomes for children and students, including those with and at risk for disabilities. In addition to academic program leadership, job responsibilities will include departmental, college and university service, and engagement in key state and national professional societies and organizations to further the mission of our leadership preparation programs. This position is a nine-month non-tenure-track faculty position to begin by July 1, 2024. Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Salary and benefit package are competitive with other research-intensive universities. All applications must be submitted online via the University of Utah web site at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/157766. Do not send application materials directly to the department. As part of the application process, you are required to upload:
File review will begin Feb 23rd and will continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding the position may be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Kathleen Strickland-Cohen at kathleen.strickland@utah.edu. Located in metropolitan Salt Lake City in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, the University of Utah is the state’s flagship research institution and emphasizes exceptional scholarship, quality teaching, and professional service. The university serves over 32,000 students from across the U.S. and the world with over 72 major subjects at the undergraduate level and more than 90 major fields of study at the graduate level, including law and medicine. Known for its proximity to seven world-class ski resorts within 40 minutes of campus, the University of Utah encourages an active, holistic lifestyle, innovation and collaborative thinking to engage students, faculty and business leaders. Salt Lake City is a vibrant, major metropolitan area with a diverse, multicultural population and numerous cultural and outdoor activities. |
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information | All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: |
Notice | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. |
Special Instructions for Candidates | |
Open Date | 01/16/2024 |
Close Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Requisition Number | PRN01174CF |
Type | Faculty |
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