Assistant/Associate Professor, Communication Disorders, #54900

The Department of Communication Disorders at the University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) is recruiting a full-time tenure-track Assistant or Associate faculty member for our growing speech-language pathology program. All areas of speech-language pathology expertise will be considered. The department values evidence-based and innovative academic and clinical instruction, community interaction, cross-discipline training, and culturally responsive practices. The successful candidate will provide undergraduate and graduate students with engaging clinically-focused learning opportunities in both clinical and academic environments through face-to-face, blended and online delivery methods; develop a line of research and seek extramural finding; advise students; and participate in university governance, curriculum planning, and functions to support the development and growth of the department and institution.

Required Qualifications: 

Applicants must possess a doctorate in Communications Disorders or a closely related field. Candidates must be AHSA certified (CCC-SLP), and licensed or eligible to be licensed as a speech-language pathologist in the State of Nebraska.

Preferred Qualifications:

Teaching, research, and service experience, rural community outreach expertise/interest, and online teaching experience. Experience supervising students in either the academic or clinical environment.

How to Apply:   To be considered for the position, application materials can be submitted at UNK Employment Opportunities before January 16, 2026. The application will remain open until the position is filled. Questions regarding the position can be directed to Jan Moore at mooreja2@unk.edu. Upon a contingent offer of employment, the University of Nebraska will conduct an investigation of employment records, educational records, criminal records, and other records to verify the information provided in your application and/or any additional information you have provided is accurate.  Salaries at the University of Nebraska at Kearney are competitive.  The University provides a flexible benefits program at minimal cost to the employee. NuFlex benefit choices include a Medical Plan and Prescription Drug Program, Vision Care, Dental Plan, LTD, Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, and Reimbursement Accounts for Health and Dependent Care.  The Employee and Dependent Scholarship program is also available to eligible employees. Basic Retirement Plan options include TIAA and Fidelity.

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