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Salary: $70,000.00 Annually
Location : 4205 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: MSU052626U99809
Division: Academic Affairs
Opening Date: 05/26/2026
Position/Application Information
McNeese State University invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Clinical Assistant Professor to serve as the Clinical Director of the McNeese Autism Program (MAP) and Assistant Professor of Psychology (Applied Behavior Analysis) in the Department of Psychology and Counseling/College of Nursing and Health Professions. This is a full-time, 12-month, unclassified, non-tenure track position beginning in August (Fall) 2026.
In addition to clinical responsibilities, the candidate will hold the rank of Assistant Professor (non-tenure track) in the ABA master's program, with a 2-2 teaching load. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the next generation of scientist-practitioners in the field of ABA through student mentorship, supervision, high-quality instruction, and contributions to research and scholarship in the discipline.
Position Number: U99809
Job Perks:

• Opportunities for salary supplement through paid summer teaching available upon request.
• Excellent fringe benefits including tuition reduction for employee, spouse, and dependent children; excellent healthcare benefits; and reimbursement for professional development needs such as CEUs towards mandatory BCBA/BCBA-D credential and conference travel.

About the Program:
The MAP clinic is an integral part of the on-campus Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis graduate program accredited by the Association for Behavior Analysis International Accreditation Board (ABAI), housed within the Department of Psychology and Counseling. The clinic provides high-quality ABA services to the community while serving as a premier training site for graduate and undergraduate students.
Additional information about the Department of Psychology and Counseling can be viewed at Additional information about McNeese State University can be viewed at
SALARY: $70,000
DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS: For the application process, applicants MUST complete an electronic application and upload the required documents listed below:

• Letter of Application (Cover Letter)
• CV
• References (Name and contact information for at least three)
• Unofficial Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired)
• Finalists will be asked to submit a brief teaching sample

Only completed application packets including all items listed above will be reviewed.
ALL JOB OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON THE SUCCESSFUL RESULT OF A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK AND RECEIPT OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S) IF APPLICABLE.
TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY, click on the "APPLY" button at the top of advertisement to complete the electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS POSITION MAY BE DIRECTED TO THE CHAIR:
Joanna B. Thompson, Ph.D., BCBA-D at
Kim Dronett, HR Analyst-Recruitment / Office of Human Resources / / (337) 475-5413
Position Duties/Responsibilities
The successful candidate will serve as Clinical Director of our university-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) clinic and must be a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or BCBA-D. This role includes maintaining a 50% clinical practice commitment and collaborating with the Department of Psychology and Counseling's on-campus, graduate program accredited by the Association for Behavior Analysis International Accreditation Board (ABAI) to support experiential learning.
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Leadership (50%) - McNeese Autism Program (MAP) Clinical Director

• Service Delivery: Oversee all ABA services provided through the MAP on-campus clinic, ensuring adherence to evidence-based practices and ethical standards. Maintain a client caseload, conduct behavioral assessments, develop and monitor behavior intervention plans, and ensure documentation meets insurance and Medicaid requirements. The Clinical Director will oversee undergraduate and graduate students and collaborate with the Coordinator of Clinics to initiate purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
• Supervision & Management: Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to practicum and internship students in an ABAI accredited on-campus master's program in ABA, as well as staff behavior analysts. Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment using behavioral skills training and ethical practice.
• Program Quality & Development: Set and monitor clinical performance goals, ensure high-quality service delivery, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of ABA best practices. Lead initiatives to expand services (e.g., social skills groups, telehealth) and training opportunities for students.
• Community Engagement: Organize and participate in community outreach and educational events to promote the MAP clinic and ABA services.
• Administrative Duties: Collaborate with the Coordinator of Clinics and other administrative staff to manage clinic operations, including scheduling, supply procurement, and compliance with HIPAA and other regulations. Serve as the ACE Provider for CEU events.

Academic Faculty Responsibilities (50%) - Clinical Assistant Professor (NTT)

• Teaching: Teach on-campus graduate and undergraduate courses in ABA, with a standard 2-2 teaching load. Deliver high-quality, in-person instruction aligned with BACB and ABAI standards.
• Student Supervision: Supervise student research projects and provide practicum/internship supervision in accordance with BACB guidelines.
• Mentorship: Mentor students in the ABA program and support their professional development as behavior analysts consistent with a scientist-practitioner model.
• Scholarship & Service: Engage in scholarly activities, including opportunities for collaborative research within the MAP clinic. Participate in departmental, college, and university service, including committee work and accreditation efforts. Support ongoing lines of research and/or develop new lines of scholarly research for presentation. Collaborate with the Director of the Applied Behavior Analysis Master's Program.

Required/Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, or a closely related field (ABD considered).
• Current certification as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or BCBA-D.
• Must be eligible to supervise.
• Eligible for licensure in the State of Louisiana.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical service delivery, supervision, and teaching in ABA.
• Commitment to ethical practice, diversity, and student-centered education.

• Eligibility to serve as an ACE Provider for CEU events is preferred.

General University information
McNeese State University, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check and an English Proficiency assessment (Faculty Only) will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised Statute 49:1001, et seq, and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38, which provides for drug testing of employees, appointees, prospective employees, and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if a drug test is required.
McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity and a SAME agency (State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities) for the State of Louisiana.
Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator, Krisshunn Youngblood, Office of Campus Compliance and Civility at (337) 475-5428 or kyoungblood@mcneese.edu.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State University to inform applicants that the University can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. McNeese participates in E-Verify.
Louisiana Revised Statute 42:31-"Eligibility requirements for certain unclassified employees"-requires any person hired or employed in an unclassified position, whose annual salary or rate of compensation is equal to or exceeds one hundred thousand dollars, provide proof to his public employer that he has been issued a Louisiana driver's license and that all vehicles registered in his name are registered in Louisiana within thirty days of being hired or employed at such salary.
Transcripts from Foreign Universities: Prospective faculty submitting transcripts from foreign universities or schools must have the coursework evaluated for equivalency to United States-accredited coursework by a University-approved agency. The prospective faculty member is responsible for the cost of the evaluation. McNeese typically accepts evaluations by World Education Services (www.wes.org) or Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc.www.ece.org.
McNeese State University offers a wide array of benefits to eligible employees to include:
Comprehensive retirement programs through the State of Louisiana or Optional program, Supplemental retirement accounts (403B and 457) pre-tax and roth versions, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance to include Vision, Life, Dental, Cancer, Intensive Care, Short Term Disability and more, Paid holidays, Tuition fee reduction program for eligible employees and dependents, Leave accrual and carryover, and many other on campus perks/discount programs.
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