Assistant Professor - Experimental Analysis of Behavior

Assistant Professor – Experimental Analysis of
Behavior

College: College of Science and Engineering - 323
College

Dept/School: Psychology - 32431

Vacancy Number: 16F-791

Position Number: 729

Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:

The Department of Psychology within the College of Science and
Engineering at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)
seeks an outstanding faculty member for a nine-month, tenure-track
Assistant Professor position in the Experimental Analysis of
Behavior, beginning Fall 2027.

The successful candidate will contribute primarily to the
department's Bachelor's, Master's (ABAI-accredited), and Doctoral
(ABAI-accredited) programs in Applied Behavior Analysis, joining a
faculty whose work spans basic, translational, and applied areas.
The successful candidate will maintain an active program of
laboratory research with nonhuman animal subjects, supported by
dedicated vivarium and operant laboratory space, and will establish
and maintain IACUC-approved research protocols.

Responsibilities include maintaining an active research program;
seeking external and internal research funding; supervising
graduate research; mentoring students in the doctoral, master's,
and undergraduate programs; teaching undergraduate and graduate
courses (including PSY 417: Advanced Learning and Behavior Analysis
and PSY 617: Advanced Topics in the Experimental Analysis of
Behavior); and contributing to departmental, university, and
professional service. Research-active faculty typically maintain a
3:2 teaching load aligned with the candidate's training and the
needs of the department. Online teaching may be required for the
position.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• PhD in Behavioral Analysis, Psychology, or closely related

field. **Please note: Applicants who are ABD for the
terminal degree may be considered; however,
the PhD must be conferred by August 1, 2027,to be eligible for
employment.

• Demonstrated ability (or clear potential) to establish and

maintain an independent program of laboratory research with
nonhuman animal subjects.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills &
Experience:

• Research program that complements or expands the department's

existing strengths, including scholarship that bridges basic and
translational research questions.

• Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in

learning and the experimental analysis of behavior.

• Experience seeking and securing extramural research

funding.

• Experience supervising graduate or undergraduate research and

mentoring students.

Required Certifications or Licensure:

No Required Certifications or Licensure

Primary Function of Organizational Unit:

The Department of Psychology has 30 full-time faculty members and
serves over 950 undergraduate and 60 graduate majors. The
department operates successful Ph.D. programs in Applied Behavior
Analysis, Clinical Psychology, Psychological Science, and a
Neuroscience & Behavior Master's program.

The Applied Behavior Analysis concentration at UNCW was recognized
in 2017 by the Society for the Advancement of Behavior Analysis for
its enduring contributions to the field. Graduates routinely
achieve a 100% first-time pass rate on the BACB examination.
Graduate cohorts are intentionally small, with faculty typically
mentoring two to four graduate students at a time, and both the MS
and PhD programs require an empirical thesis and
dissertation.

A description of the department and degrees offered can be found
at: https://uncw.edu/academics/colleges/cse/departments/psychology/

College/School Information:

The College of Science and Engineering offers a variety of programs
leading to Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees, as
well as Doctor of Philosophy degrees in applied coastal and ocean
sciences; pharmaceutical chemistry; integrative, comparative, and
marine biology; and psychology degrees. The college also offers
combined bachelor's/master's degree programs in information
technology/computer science and information systems, computer
science/computer science and information systems, and B.S. in
mathematics/M.S. in mathematics. To implement its academic
programs, the college provides instruction and research
opportunities in the natural and behavioral sciences, information
technology, data science, computer science, mathematics,
pre-engineering, and engineering. The eight academic departments in
the college provide courses of study in each of these areas, in
addition to interdepartmental programs in information technology,
cybersecurity, and digital arts. A 2+2 in engineering; and 3+2
programs in computer science and electrical or computer
engineering; and physics and electrical engineering, are also
offered in the college. Post-baccalaureate certificate programs in
environmental studies, applied statistics, and geographic
information science are also available.

CSE students work with distinguished faculty and scientists, use
cutting edge technology, and conduct impactful research.
Faculty-directed research projects empower CSE students to apply
what they learn inside the classroom and laboratory to real-world
situations and prepares them for a variety of careers or advanced
study.

University Information:

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal
university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring,
research, and service. UNCW is distinguished by its commitment to
putting students first, supporting world-class faculty and staff,
delivering transformative learning experiences, and leveraging its
unique proximity to the ocean. Recognized nationally for scholarly
excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic
experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking
and reflects emerging industries and interdisciplinary
innovation.

A public institution with nearly 20,000 students, UNCW offers a
full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well
as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology,
nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning
options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN
program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working
professionals, and the nation's first bachelor's degree program
focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly
activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral
Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University)
by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher
Education.

Founded as Wilmington College in 1947, UNCW moved to its present
location in the heart of New Hanover County in 1961. The 660-acre
campus is only minutes from Wrightsville Beach and historic
downtown Wilmington and features Georgian architecture and
designated conservation areas. Wilmington International Airport
(ILM) provides commercial air service to cities both domestic and
abroad and is just six miles from the UNCW campus.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since
1969.

Eligibility for Employment:

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender
background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor
vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal
law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment
eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United
States.

Number of Openings: Single Incumbent

Special Notes to Applicants:

Prior to the official appointment to the university, the
candidate(s) selected for hire must be able to demonstrate
eligibility to teach assigned courses by successfully meeting the
credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and other
documentation as required.

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on 11/16/2026, the
posting close date. To apply, please complete the online
application process available at https://jobs.uncw.edu/hr/postings/40746
and attach the following materials as Adobe PDF documents. Note
that submission of application without complete requested
components will not meet the application requirements:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching Philosophy (2 page maximum)
• Research Summary - A statement of research interests that

highlights how the applicant could make use of departmental
expertise or resources (2 page maximum)

• List of 3 Professional References. References will be requested

during the screening process. Please note that a minimum of two
professional references are required for all applications. If ABD
at time of application, one reference must be from Dissertation
chair

• If needed, applicants may upload additional materials under the

'Other' category.

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to
Christy Langdon (langdonc@uncw.edu), while questions
regarding the position can be directed to the Search Committee
Chair, Dr. Tom Cariveau (cariveaut@uncw.edu).

Position Type: Permanent

Job Posting Date: 10/14/2026

Job Close Date: 11/16/2026

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/41147

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