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Behavior Analyst

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title
Behavior Analyst

Job Category
Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support

Department
Adult Autism Services Center

Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Behavior Analyst for the Rutgers’ Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology Center for Adult Autism Services. The RCAAS mission includes serving as a model program for other agencies supporting adults with autism. Consequently, the RCAAS must remain state-of-the-art and cutting edge with respect to evidence-based Autism treatment.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:
  • Coordinates and provides consultative oversight for all services, activities, and programs related to supporting the success of adults with autism within residential and other community-based settings.
  • Ensures best-practice Applied Behavior Analysis procedures are applied in the education and treatment of adults with autism.
  • Reports directly to the RCAAS administration.

FLSA
Exempt

Grade
06

Salary Details

Minimum Salary
82166.000

Mid Range Salary
104002.000

Maximum Salary
125837.000

Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
  • Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
  • Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
  • Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employee discount programs

Position Status
Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours
37.50

Daily Work Shift
Day

Work Arrangement

Union Description
Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility
ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
  • Master’s Level Board Certification as a Behavior Analyst and a minimum of 3 years of experience using Applied Behavior Analysis in the treatment of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Experience training and supervising other staff in the delivery of ABA services.
  • Advanced knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis is required and must be evidenced by certification as a BCBA.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Graduate Degree in: Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, Social Work, or comparable/related field.
  • Specific training in: Functional Analysis, Treatment Analysis, Single-case research design, Crisis Management, Preference Assessment.
  • Experience as a presenter at professional conferences (e.g., poster, symposium, workshop)
  • Demonstrated history of collaboration with research faculty/staff resulting in publication within peer-reviewed journals.
  • Fluency using data collection and program writing platforms for developing instructional/behavior modification programming and collection/tracking data for instructional/behavioral programming.

Equipment Utilized
  • Must demonstrate fluency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint) in the creation of programming documents, graphs, and presentations.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • Must maintain current certification in the implementation of crisis management techniques.

Special Conditions
  • In accordance with NJ state law, applicants must undergo and authorize the university to conduct fingerprint, criminal history, and/or child abuse record checks with various law enforcement agencies, including, but not limited to: The Federal Bureau of Investigation, Identification Division and/or the New Jersey Division of State Police, Bureau of Identification. Applicants must assume any costs incurred by the university associated with the background investigations, whether required by statute or not.
  • In accordance with state mandated requirements, a Mantoux test will be administered to the successful applicant to verify the absence of tuberculosis. IN addition, the successful applicant, at the cost of the university, will be required to be inoculated against Hepatitis B, unless the successful applicant waives this vaccination in writing.

Posting Details

Posting Number
26ST0666

Posting Open Date
04/02/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus
Douglass (RU-New Brunswick)

City
New Brunswick

State
NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * Do you have a Master's Level Board Certification as a Behavior Analyst and a minimum of 3 years of experience using Applied Behavior Analysis in the treatment of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  • Resume/CV
  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  • List of Professional References (contact Info)
Optional Documents

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