Associate/Assistant Professor of Speech-Language Pathology |focus on adult neurogenic comm disorders

University of North Texas System • Denton, TX

48d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology in the College of Public Affairs and Health Sciences at the University of North Texas invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track assistant or associate professor with expertise in speech-language pathology to begin Fall 2027. Successful candidates will have a Ph.D. in speech-language pathology, communication sciences and disorders, or a related field. Preferred candidates will bring an externally-funded research program, with expertise in neurodiverse populations or adult neurogenic communication disorders, including aphasia, cognitive-communication disorders, traumatic brain injury, right hemisphere disorders, dementia, and other neurological conditions. They will also help to educate and mentor future speech-language pathologists through excellence in teaching, clinical education, and research. This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the nation's leading public research universities, where interdisciplinary collaboration, clinical innovation, and translational research improve the lives of individuals, families, and communities.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in speech-language pathology, communication sciences and disorders, or a closely related discipline.
• An established research agenda with the ability to engage in independent research and grant development activities
• Ability to teach in traditional and non-traditional formats and settings (on-campus, off-campus, evenings, online) and utilize instructional technology software (instructional software, learning management systems such as Canvas)
• Demonstrated excellence in graduate teaching (in traditional and non-traditional formats), clinical education, and student mentorship.

Nice To Haves

• An established record of peer-reviewed publications demonstrating scholarly excellence.
• Evidence of a sustained, externally funded research program.
• Demonstrated excellence in graduate teaching (in traditional and non-traditional formats) and student mentorship.
• National or international recognition in adult neurogenic communication disorders.
• Experience supervising graduate student clinicians and clinical fellows.
• Leadership experience within academic programs or professional organizations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, develop, and sustain externally funded research
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in speech-language pathology and related disciplines.
• Mentor master's and doctoral student research while fostering a collaborative and innovative research environment.
• Supervise graduate research, including theses and dissertations.
• Contribute to clinical education through supervision of student clinicians in the UNT Speech and Hearing Center and affiliated healthcare partners.
• Publish impactful research in leading peer-reviewed journals and present findings at national and international conferences.
• Contribute to curriculum development, accreditation activities, departmental governance, and professional service.

Benefits

• Competitive and commensurate salary based on qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.
• ORP Eligible retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree