Job Description

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ABOUT US

University of Massachusetts Global is a private, nonprofit affiliate of the University of Massachusetts, created to help working adults change their lives through flexible, high-quality education built for real life. Regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and recognized by U.S. News & World Report among the Best Online Programs for 13 consecutive years (2013–2025), the university has a long track record of online innovation. Students across 49 states and internationally can upskill, reskill, and move forward without putting life on hold through technology-enabled, real-world learning.​ With 55+fully online, career-focused programs designed around the realities of work, family, and constant change, we remain ever-focused on developing future-ready learners who can thrive in a rapidly shifting world.

This position is open to candidates who currently reside in one of the following approved states from which the role may be performed remotely: Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin.

ABOUT THE ROLE

School of Education

Adjunct Faculty – Applied Behavioral Analysis

Adjunct faculty within the University of Massachusetts Global’s School of Education play a vital role in delivering high-quality, student-centered instruction in an online learning environment. They bring real-world expertise and a commitment to fostering academic excellence for future educators and leaders. Adjunct instructors must be willing to engage with faculty, students, and other stakeholders to ensure well-rounded, rigorous learning experiences that offer students the highest levels of support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teaching duties and mentoring students.
• Preparing and delivering course content and/or assessments.
• Collaborating with other faculty and staff as needed.
• Utilizing specific technologies or tools (e.g., LMS, video platforms).
• Attending required meetings, training, or development sessions.
• Provide timely feedback, academic support, and guidance to students

Required Qualifications:

Must have at least one of the following requirements:

• Hold current certification as a BCBA or BCBA-D.
• Hold a doctoral degree and have completed all required behavior-analytic coursework.
• Have a minimum of three cumulative years of full-time teaching and research experience at an accredited higher education institution within the past five years.
• Currently enrolled in a behavior-analytic doctoral program (e.g., an ABAI-accredited doctoral program), either at the applying university or at another institution with a BCBA-level Verified Course Sequence (VCS), and have completed all required coursework.
• Hold a doctoral degree from an ABAI-accredited program.
• Hold a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited institution and currently serve in a faculty position within an ABAI-accredited program.
• Hold a doctoral degree from an accredited institution and have demonstrated a minimum five-year track record of meritorious contributions to the field of behavior analysis following completion of the degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of three years of experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
• Experience teaching courses focused on assessment and intervention strategies for children with autism.

Work Environment:

A remote adjunct work environment is a flexible, virtual setting where instructors deliver course content, engage with students, and fulfill academic responsibilities from a remote location. This environment typically relies on digital communication tools, learning management systems (LMS), and virtual collaboration platforms to facilitate teaching and interaction

Compensation:

The following salary range reflects compensation paid for a 3-unit course (101.25 hours) and varies based on the faculty member’s course assignment: 3-unit Lecture Course: The hiring range for this position is $3456.00 to $3856.00.

Offers are determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to; geographical location, knowledge, skills, and experience.

Application Process:

To apply, please submit the following materials:

• Current resume or curriculum vitae (CV).
• Cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the role.
• Contact information for 2 professional references.
• [Any additional documentation such as transcripts, teaching evaluations, or certifications.]

The position will remain posted until July 30, 2026 or until a sufficient pool of qualified applicants has been reached, whichever occurs first. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply early to ensure full consideration. The university reserves the right to close the posting prior to the stated date once an adequate applicant pool has been established.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Work-Life Balance Remote options and flexible schedules

• Retirement: 403(b) plan with a Roth option

• Education: Tuition discounts

Equal Employment Opportunity – UMass Global is committed to providing an educational and work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment in any form. UMass Global prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of age, race (including hairstyle/texture, protective hairstyles, braids, locks, and twists), color, religion (including religious observance, belief, practice dress and grooming practices), citizenship, pregnancy (including temporary physical or mental limitations related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), sex, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, legally-protected medical condition, military (past, present or prospective) status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by local, State or Federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation – UMass Global provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the recruitment department at recruiting@umassglobal.edu.