Assistant Instructional Professor bei Music

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Teaching responsibilities will include behavior analysis graduate courses with the potential for psychology undergraduate courses (based on need and expertise) 

• Oversight of student theses and participation as a committee member 

• Mentorship and supervision of graduate students working towards BCBA certification 

• Additional expectations include mentorship of undergraduate and graduate students, active involvement in professional organizations, service to the university, college and community, and commitment to student success 

• Other service duties may include participating in recruitment and retention efforts and providing support to other department efforts, as well as collaborating with the community to identify and support internship placements for students (related to behavior analysis)

Education and Experience 

Required Education and Experience – Time of Hire - 

• Earned Doctorate degree or ABD from a regionally accredited institution in Behavior Analysis or Psychology 

• Certification as a BCBA or BCBA-D  

• An active research agenda 

Candidate's must hold a doctorate degree in behavioral analysis or psychology discipline or related field. This degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.

Preferred Education and Experience - 

• Professional expertise in applied behavior analysis and experience supervising internship students  

• Clinical experience in Autism Spectrum Disorder 

• University teaching experience, preferably at the graduate level 

• Research and thesis experience 

• Demonstration of collaboration across academic disciplines in related fields to enhance student education and training 

• Evidence of teaching excellence, both in-person and online 

Job Type:  Unclassified, Faculty, Non-Tenure Earning, Renewable Annually 

Screening Services (Background Checks): Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background and check. 

Position Start Date:  August 2026 

Application Documents Required*: 

• Letter of Application 

• Curriculum Vita/Resume 

• Names and contact information (email and phone) of three references 

*Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 to upload 

First Consideration Date:  November 15th, 2025; review will continue until position is filled. 

Search Committee Chair: Dr. Paige Boydston, [email protected]

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire, as the university does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. 

PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process. 

Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.   

Founded in 1903, Pittsburg State’s 373-acre campus is a beautiful blend of historic buildings and modern facilities, including state-of-the-art athletics, arts, and research facilities.  

Its residential and online undergraduate and graduate student population of nearly 6,000 is guided by an exceptionally talented and dedicated faculty, staff, and administrative team.  

Pitt State’s hands-on learning environment and engagement by alumni working in a variety of professional sectors creates incredible academic, internship, and employment opportunities for students. Academic programs often bring home national honors.  

The university enjoys a close relationship with Pittsburg residents as well as city and business leaders. Throughout town, you’ll see gorilla statues in front lawns and red and gold Gorilla spirit at local businesses. Students, faculty, and staff are highly engaged in the local school district and with service projects, and in turn the community is highly supportive of and engaged in university activities. 

Faculty, staff, and students have access to many amenities, including discounts and free access to concerts, plays, athletic events on campus as well as discounts on meals and services off campus.  

Pitt State has developed unique partnerships in downtown Pittsburg, 1.4 miles north of the main campus. There, Block22 and the historic Hotel Besse offer innovative student housing options and the new Kelce College of Business building, scheduled to open in July 2026, will feature state-of-the-art classrooms, collaboration spaces, and space for professional development and public events. 

The university has earned institutional accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and two elite classifications from the Carnegie Foundation.