Department: Inclusive Education and Behavior Science
Rank: Assistant/Associate Professor
Search #: 26-011

Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) is a diverse and student-centered university dedicated to academic excellence, access, and service for the public good. Southern provides a supportive and welcoming environment for all members of its community through a campus-wide commitment to social justice. SCSU is the only R2 institution in the state of Connecticut and a top producer of Fullbright US Scholars. Founded as a teacher’s college in 1893, Southern has evolved over the past century into a comprehensive public university of approximately 9000 students, offering graduate and undergraduate programs in the liberal arts and professional disciplines. We seek to instill in all students the value of discovery with the liberal arts and sciences serving as a foundation for professional development and life-long learning. The University is in New Haven, Connecticut, a city rich and vibrant with arts and culture, and home to many universities and with easy access to New York City and Boston.

Brief Description of Duties/Responsibilities

Southern invites applications from individuals who believe in the mission of public higher education and are committed to outstanding teaching and scholarship/creative activity. Successful candidates will be disciplinary scholars devoted to a student-centric approach. The Department of Inclusive Education and Behavior Science is seeking to fill a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor to begin Fall 2026. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in special education and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) at the undergraduate and graduate levels. In addition to teaching responsibilities, faculty are required to engage in scholarship/creative activity, service to the department and University, professional participation, and student advising. While the nominal teaching load is 12 credits per semester, there is the opportunity for reassigned time.

Required Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Special Education; Applied Behavior Analysis; or a closely related field including advanced training in evidence-based practices for individuals with disabilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based practices in instruction of individuals with disabilities (e.g., diagnostic assessment, assistive technology, positive behavior support, structured literacy, etc.).
• Experience in field-based mentoring/supervision of teacher candidates.
• Minimum of three years of full-time experience educating individuals with disabilities.
• Evidence of scholarly activity in the field, leading to peer-reviewed publications, external grants or other support, and presentations at professional conferences.
• University teaching experience in special education and/or ABA coursework at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in professional leadership roles, including guiding teams, managing projects, and/or guiding collaborative initiatives to successful outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to engage in professional and institutional service aligned with the expectations of a university faculty appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), in good standing by the time of appointment with doctoral designation eligibility.
• Certification in PK-12 (or state equivalent) special education.
• Experience in university teaching in a variety of formats (e.g., on ground, hybrid, online).
• ABD near completion may be considered. If applying ABD, please specify your completion timeline and current status.

Application Process

Please email a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, official graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to the Search Committee Chair, Department of Special Education, Southern Connecticut State University SPEsearch@southernct.edu. For best consideration, submit all application materials by Thursday, January 15, 2026. Applications will be received until position is filled.

SCSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University seeks to enhance the diversity of its faculty and staff. People of color, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.