College of Education: Special Education Program
Assistant/Associate Professor Professional Practice (080017)
Position:
The University of Missouri - Columbia (MU) Department of Special Education and the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmenal Disorders seeks an energetic, highly motivated Assistant/Associate Professor Professional Practice with specific expertise in Autism, Applied Behavior Analysis, and other evidenced based behavior and educational interventions. Candidates with interests and expertise related to the functional behavior analysis, and interdisciplinary behavioral assessments for young children and youth with autism spectrum disorders are specifically encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must have an earned doctorate in special education, psychology or a closely related field, direct evaluation, development and supervision of behavior and education plans for children or youth with autism spectrum disorders, and strong potential for future success in service and training. In addition to delivering specific treatment and positive behavior plans to children and youth, the successful candidate will provide direct direct programmatic supervision within the Behavior Supports Clinic of the Thompson Center, participate in relevant research protocols, and supervise staff as appropriate.
MU College of Education:
The University of Missouri (MU) College of Education is home to the MU Partnership for Educational Renewal, which provides an excellent infrastructure for public school connections including the participation of 23 schools districts (in urban, suburban and rural settings) and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. This partnership, along with the college's many research centers and professional organizations, provides faculty with outstanding collaborative research opportunities.
MU, a Doctoral/Research Extensive Institution, is the flagship institution of the University of Missouri four-campus system and is located in Columbia, a community of approximately 100,000. Within close reach to St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is rated as one of the best small cities in the US by Money magazine, and is frequently listed as one of the pest places to live by national publications. MU's enrollment is approximately 28,000 and the College of Education is one of 18 schools/colleges at MU. The college, ranked 28th nationally, is home to 1,200 undergraduate and 2,200 graduate students, and 90 tenure/tenure-track faculty members. Supporting cultural diversity is an important goal for the college and the university.
The Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders:
The Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders at the University of Missouri - Columbia is a comprehensive interdisciplinary center that provides a clinical service for approximately 3000 children and youth and their families each year. Drawing on expertise from across the MU campus, its mission is to integrate service, research and training in order to advance the care of individuals affected by autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions.
Salary:
Competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Appointment:
Twelve-month appointment, available immediately.
Aplication Procedures:
Submit letter of application; vita; three letters of reference; and evidence of pertinent writing (2-3 examples), clinical and teaching effectiveness (e.g., previous work evaluations, student ratings, chair reviews) to:
Dr. Janine Stichter
Chair Search Committee
303 Townsend Hall
University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, MO 65211
Review of application will begin March 1, 2008 and continue until position is filled.
The University of Missouri-Columbia is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Applications for women, minorities and disabled individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. To request ADA accommodations, please contact the College of Education at 573-882-8311.
Date Posted:
January 25, 2008
