Assistant Professor, Speech-Language Pathology
About The Position
The Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences at Auburn University is seeking to hire an Assistant Professor of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) for a 9-month tenure-track appointment. This position offers the potential for summer teaching for additional compensation. While all areas of expertise will be considered, the department has a particular interest in candidates with scholarship in pediatric motor speech disorders, speech science, craniofacial disorders, and pediatric dysphagia. The department is part of the College of Liberal Arts and features a large undergraduate program, a robust graduate program in speech-language pathology, a developing doctor of audiology program, and a new PhD program. The department holds CAA accreditation in both speech-language pathology and audiology. Auburn University is a Carnegie R1 classified land grant institution known for its commitment to scholarship, interdisciplinary research, and high-quality education. The university offers intramural grant opportunities for junior faculty to support research initiatives, including a two-course release for one semester prior to tenure review. The city of Auburn, Alabama, offers a desirable living environment with mild winters and moderate temperatures, a vibrant cultural scene, and proximity to major cities and the Gulf Coast.
Requirements
- PhD in Speech, Language, & Hearing Sciences or a closely allied area at the time of appointment
- Demonstrated potential for establishing a strong program of research, publication, and extramural grant generation
- Ability to teach graduate and undergraduate courses
- Eligibility to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment
- Excellent communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Evidence of research interests and abilities
- Commitment to pursuing external funding
- Demonstrated promise in teaching
- Prior record of peer-reviewed journal publication
- Grant writing experience
- Postdoctoral research experience
- Holding the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)
- Eligibility for Alabama state licensure
Responsibilities
- Conducting research in your area of expertise
- Pursuing extramural funding
- Directing student research
- Teaching graduate and undergraduate clinical courses
- Participating in departmental, university, and professional service activities
- Teaching courses in person and online, as assigned
Benefits
- Generous benefits
- Educational opportunities
- Culture of support and work/life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
