The Department of Educational Studies at the University of Alabama invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position beginning August 2021. Minimum qualifications include (1) a doctoral degree from an APA and/or NASP accredited school psychology program, and (2) eligibility for certification as a school psychologist and/or licensure as a psychologist in Alabama and commitment to obtain these state credentials if hired. We are seeking candidates with a background in behavioral intervention and a commitment to diversity and culturally responsive practice. Certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is preferred. At the assistant professor level: candidates should have evidence of, or clear potential for, a comprehensive and sustained agenda of research, scholarship, and grants in school psychology. At the associate professor level: candidates should have an established record of a comprehensive and sustained agenda of research, scholarship, and grants in school psychology, and an interest in taking a leadership role in the ongoing development, evaluation, and improvement of the School Psychology Program.
About the University of Alabama and the College of Education. The University of Alabama (UA) is where Legends are made. UA has experienced tremendous growth, with enrollment of 37,842 for fall 2020, compared to 27,052 in the fall of 2008. UA had a record-setting Graduate School enrollment in fall 2020. Approximately 40 percent of UA’s freshman class scored 30 or higher on the ACT, and 40 percent were in the top 10 percent of their high school graduating class (another UA record). The University of Alabama is a leader among public universities nationwide in the enrollment of National Merit Scholars with almost 800 currently enrolled and has Very High Research Activity status in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Twenty-nine current faculty have received NSF CAREER Awards, the nation’s most prestigious recognition of top-performing young scientists. Fifty-two UA faculty researchers are in the National Academy of Inventors. Finally, the University of Alabama has a total statewide economic impact of UA: $2.9 billion; 13,784 jobs; and $142.9 million in income and sales taxes.
The University of Alabama is located in West Alabama and is 45 minutes southwest of Birmingham, AL. Tuscaloosa, a quintessential college town with a population of 101,113, has excellent recreational, educational, and cultural opportunities available. The Tuscaloosa area provides hiking, biking, and running trails, as well as playgrounds, parks, and dog parks to enjoy the outdoors. Lake Tuscaloosa, Lake Nicol and Lake Lurleen offer sporting and leisure activities. Tuscaloosa is within driving distance of Atlanta, Nashville, New Orleans, Memphis, and the beaches of Gulf Shores. Tuscaloosa is also home to the Alabama Museum of Natural History, The Bryant Museum, Children’s Hands-On Museum, Moundville Archaeological Park, multiple sporting events, concerts hosted at the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater, and several festivals (West Alabama Food & Wine Festival, Druid City Arts Festival, Kentuck Arts Festival).
The review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Additional information and application can be found at: facultyjobs.ua.edu
Questions regarding this position can be directed to Dr. Daniel Cohen at drcohen1@ua.edu – search committee chair.