Assistant Professor of Education

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Department 2055 - Human Development & Child Study Requisition No. 0000829 Job Description Summary The Department of Human Development and Child Studies (HDCS) at Oakland University invites applications for a tenure-track, benefits-eligible faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in August 15, 2027.

The successful candidate will join the Special Education area and contribute primarily to the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) graduate program. Responsibilities include teaching graduate coursework in ABA, mentoring graduate students, maintaining an active scholarly agenda, and contributing to departmental, school, university, and professional service activities.The standard teaching load is 3 courses in one semester and 2 courses in the other semester. Teaching responsibilities will include mentorship and supervision of graduate students enrolled in the program's Experiential Learning/Exit Project sequence and may include courses such as Experimental Analysis of Behavior, Behavior Change Procedures, and other graduate-level ABA courses consistent with the candidate's expertise and program needs.The successful candidate will contribute to the continued growth and quality of the ABA program, including support of ABAI Recognition and future accreditation efforts. Candidates with interests that complement existing faculty expertise and who demonstrate potential for future leadership within the program are especially encouraged to apply.

Review of applications will begin September 7 and continue until the position is filled. For further information, please contact the Chair of the Search Committee:Dr. Michael Kranak[email protected] Minimum Qualifications Required/Minimum Qualifications:

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School/College & Department/Program Summary HDCS includes Special Education and Early Childhood programs. The programs in the Special Education area include: ABA, Emotional Impairment, Specific Learning Disability, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. HDCS currently has nine faculty members, five of whom are primarily assigned to Special Education. More About Oakland University The University is located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University offers 142 bachelor's degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan that is dedicated to building ongoing, collaborative relationships, Oakland University embraces community and civic engagement to enhance the lives of its students and positively impact the broader community. Learn more about Oakland University's Mission & Vision and Strategic Plan. Pay Basis Open Date 08/05/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Job Category Full-time Faculty EEO Statement Oakland University is an Equal Opportunity institution.

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