Job description
Department: Humanities and Social Sciences
Work Location: Klamath Falls
Position Summary:
Oregon Institute of Technology is conducting a search for a full-time, tenure-track, 9-month faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Our new colleague will support our MS-ABA, BS-Applied Psychology, and BRIDGE Clinic programs. Responsibilities include teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, providing clinical supervision of students and other duties at the BRIDGE clinic. Applied research and excellence in instruction are expected of tenure track faculty at Oregon Tech. Service to the department, institution, and community are also highly valued.
The position reports to the Chair of the Humanities and Social Sciences Department. The Director of the Building Resilience, Independence, Development, Growth, and Excellence Applied Behavior Analysis (BRIDGE ABA) clinic is responsible for assignment and evaluation of clinic-related activities.
Qualified candidates will have a doctoral degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis or related field from an accredited college or university and Board Certification in Behavior Analysis. Qualified candidates should demonstrate the ability to teach a broad range of classes that support our current curriculum. Oregon Tech offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. Salary is commensurate with experience.
The MS in Applied Behavior Analysis and BS in Applied Psychology programs are housed within the Humanities and Social Sciences Department, a dynamic and growing department with a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration. Oregon Tech’s primary mission is teaching and our Applied Psychology and Applied Behavior Analysis programs have a strong practical component. Candidates must be student-oriented and able to teach smaller seminar and lab classes with a hands-on emphasis, as well as larger lecture classes.
Additional Requirement:
- PhD in ABA, Psychology or related, or PsyD
- BCBA – preferred BCBA-D
- Experience teaching at the graduate and/or undergraduate level
- Experience in designing and/or implementing evidence-based treatment for children with developmental disabilities, autism, and/or challenging behaviors
- Ability to develop and maintain an active (applied) research program
Preferred Requirements:
- Experience in supervision of BCBA candidates, BCaBAs and RBTs/behavioral technicians
- Experience working in clinic, home and community settings, directing technicians and/or conducting parent training
- Experience developing and maintaining an active (applied) research program
Application Screening Begins: 04/21/2026
How to apply
The initial review of applications will begin Aprill 21, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the initial review date until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. Therefore, at the discretion of the University, materials received after the initial review date may not receive full consideration.
To apply, upload the following elements to your application:
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Professional References List
- Statement of Research Interests
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Transcripts (Unofficial)
- Teaching Philosophy
- License/Certification
- Other Document
For additional information, please contact the Office of Human Resources: [email protected]
Background/Pre-Employment Check:
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory background check, motor vehicle check, physical abilities check, and/or any other conditions of employment contained in the vacancy announcement.
AA/EEO Statement:
Oregon Tech is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring, or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion or creed, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis in law.
Oregon Tech is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Human Resource at 541-885-1028 or [email protected].
