ABOUT SIMMONS
Located in Boston’s historic Fenway area, Simmons University has a strong tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons was founded for equality 125 years ago as one of the first higher education institutions dedicated to helping women become leaders. Today, our university continues to grow and evolve and now offers Boston’s only women’s undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all.
You’re joining our community at an especially exciting time as we continue to innovate for the future. Simmons recently launched a six-school academic structure that leverages our expert faculty and longstanding expertise in professions that make our communities stronger. In addition, we continue to highlight our high-value education proposition that is delivering greater ROI to students and putting them on the fast track to career growth and success. You’ll find that people who work here truly believe in our mission of preparing students to become social justice-oriented leaders who excel in their professions and their communities. This commitment and pride make for a dynamic workplace.
As a university that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups. Simmons is committed to creating, developing, promoting, and enhancing inclusive hiring practices–at all levels, for all positions–ensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum.
The Department of Behavior Analysis in the School of Sciences and Health Professions (SSHP) invites applications for a contract non-tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice/Online Master’s Degree Program Director (“Director”) within our Behavior Analysis online Master’s degree program. The position will be filled for a 9/1/26 start (exact date negotiable). Work is remote, with preference given to candidates who are available in a hybrid capacity. Travel to our Boston campus may be expected periodically.
We seek innovative educators and scholars with demonstrated excellence in teaching and curriculum development, a commitment to supporting program rigor and accreditation standards, experience supervising student research, and a knowledge of the challenges confronting behavior analysts today. As a University committed to inclusivity, we seek candidates with a demonstrated ability and commitment to working with individuals across a broad range of social and personal identities and perspectives. This position is fully dedicated to coordinating and supporting the Online Master’s Degree Program, overseeing program faculty and students, managing all administrative tasks, and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards. In addition, the position requires maintaining a teaching course load within the online Master’s program, with a possibility of teaching in other departmental programs (e.g., Doctoral or campus Master’s programs), depending on Department need.
Responsibilities include coordinating and overseeing the program, faculty, students, student orientation, student registration, program tracking; conducting student and faculty performance assessments; and overseeing the coursework and degree completion for all online Master’s students. The successful candidate will ensure fidelity and compliance with the Association for Behavior Analysts International (ABAI) accreditation standards. The Director will also vet and manage program adjunct faculty and documentation; ensure faculty meet and maintain required qualifications for teaching coursework; maintain records; provide supervision, support, and training to faculty within the program; and ensure compliance with program and ABAI policies and protocols. Additional responsibilities are noted in the Job Description.
Upon hire, the Director will be expected to complete Simmons University training, maintain ABAI, Behavior Analyst Certification BoardⓇ, and CITI certifications, and adhere to Simmons University standards for research and supervision (e.g., Institutional Review Board).
Qualifications:
- PhD in Behavior Analysis or a closely related field required;
- Current Board Certified Behavior AnalystⓇ (BCBAⓇ or BCBA-DⓇ ) in good standing;
- Meets Behavior Analysis Certification BoardⓇ standards for providing supervision;
- Minimum of 5 years of experience supervising students seeking Board Certification;
- Minimum of 5 years of experience supervising BCBAsⓇ or BCBA-DsⓇ;
- Minimum of 5 years of experience supervising student research;
- Minimum of 5 years of experience conducting behavior analytic human subjects research and/or animal research, and the IRB and/or IACUC approval process
- Minimum of 5 years of experience teaching graduate-level behavior analytic coursework
- Experience teaching in an online learning environment
- A record of professional presentations and empirical research publications
- Demonstrated ability to work with students across a broad range of social and personal identities and perspectives
- Evidence of organizational and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated evidence of working within university systems, policies, and processes to manage common issues in higher education
- Demonstrated commitment to collegiality and professional collaboration when interacting with others within the university community and profession
Application Instructions:
To apply for the position, please submit: (1) a cover letter, (2) a CV, (3) your BACB certification number and state licensure information, (4) a statement of mentoring and supervision philosophy, including supervising student research, (5) a statement of teaching philosophy, and (6) names and contact information for three professional references.
Application review will begin ASAP and continue until the position is filled.
Additional Background:
The Department of Behavior Analysis offers outstanding graduate training for students seeking to improve the lives of others through the science of behavior analysis. Our rigorous curriculum focuses on the science of behavior, behavior analytic research methods, and broad applications across a wide range of clinical and research areas. With an emphasis on the scientist-practitioner model, students develop an in-depth understanding of the basic principles of behavior, assessment, and behavior change methodologies, evidence-based instruction, and professional and research ethics. Our three degree programs prepare students for a variety of research, clinical, and leadership roles post-graduation.
Located in Boston’s historic Fenway area, Simmons has a strong tradition of empowering women and of challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons University was one of the first higher education institutions to focus on preparing women to become leaders and has evolved to become a university offering a women-centered undergraduate program, with graduate programs open to all.
The Department of Behavior Analysis is housed in SSHP, which is a collegial and supportive community of teachers and scholars within a uniquely multidisciplinary University. Simmons faculty and staff are truly committed to our mission of preparing students to become champions of social justice and leaders in their professions and their communities. This commitment and pride make for a dynamic workplace. Simmons University strives for inclusive excellence in all aspects of an individual’s community experience.
Salary Range: Assistant Professor of Practice: $67,500 - $82,500; Associate Professor of Practice: $76,500 - $93,500
In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws effective October 29, 2025, Simmons University is committed to pay equity, transparency and clear communication throughout the hiring process.
This is a benefits-eligible position.
Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience, education, skills, equity, and external market benchmarks that help guide compensation decisions. Our compensation philosophy is centered around a comprehensive package that includes pay, health benefits, and retirement savings offerings that can be seen here , as well as work-life balance initiatives such as flexible hours and remote work opportunities. We are committed to offering a package that empowers individuals to thrive in their roles, contribute meaningfully, and lead with confidence.
Instructions to Applicants : Please upload all applicable application materials (e.g. resume/cv, cover letter, writing sample, teaching philosophy, etc.) in the Application Materials box on page 2 ("My Experience") of this application. Documents can be uploaded individually or as a combined document (e.g. PDF).
Simmons University is committed to inclusive excellence in all aspects of an individual’s community experience. As a university committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups. Simmons is committed to creating, developing, promoting, and enhancing inclusive hiring practices–at all levels, for all positions–ensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum.
