Working Location:  Appalachian State University, Boone, NC 

Position Summary Information

Minimum Qualifications       

The Department of Rehabilitation Sciences is searching for one or more Assistant/Associate Professors specializing in Communication Sciences and Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology. An earned doctoral degree in speech-language pathology or related area is required.

Areas of Interest 

Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates. There is a possibility of more than one hire with this search. Options exist for a non-tenure-track faculty appointment at the rank of Clinical Assistant or Clinical Associate Professor.

For appointments at the rank of Assistant Professor, candidates must demonstrate the potential for effective teaching, student mentoring, and conducting research in the area of expertise.

For appointments at the rank of Associate Professor, candidates must demonstrate a history of successful teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels, student mentoring, research productivity and academic/professional service.

License/Certification Required       

Ideal candidates will be eligible for American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence and North Carolina licensure.

Description of the Department & College                

The Department of Rehabilitation Sciences includes fully accredited graduate programs in Athletic Training and Speech-Language Pathology, a new graduate program in Occupational Therapy (full accreditation expected in 2026), an undergraduate program in Communication Sciences and Disorders, and minors in American Sign Language and Communication Sciences and Disorders. Our students are trained to empower people of all ages to improve/restore their functional abilities, fulfill their daily routines and roles, mitigate limitations or disabilities following injury or illness, and live full lives in the context of differing abilities. In addition, the department is home to the Charles and Geneva S. Scott Scottish Rite Communication Disorders Clinic, which provides speech, language, hearing, and pediatric occupational therapy services as an outreach to the community and as a primary site for student clinical training. Students who graduate from the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences will transition into their respective positions as quality healthcare practitioners with enhanced clinical skills, knowledge, and values. They will be well-prepared to improve the health and wellness of people across the region, state, and world. The Department emphasizes involvement in the areas of interprofessional education, clinical-academic collaboration, and diversity and inclusive excellence. For more information go to https://rhs.appstate.edu/

Appalachian State University’s Beaver College of Health Sciences (BCHS) is transforming the health and quality of lives of individuals, families, and communities through inclusive practices, interprofessional collaboration, and innovation in teaching, scholarship, service, and clinical outreach. The BCHS supports over 3,400 students in nine undergraduate and nine graduate degree programs, organized into six academic departments. The programs are located in Boone in the Holmes Convocation Center and the Leon Levine Hall of Health Sciences, the cornerstone of Boone’s Wellness District. We also have a presence on our new campus in Hickory. The college supports the Appalachian Institute for Health and Wellness and has a collaborative partnership with the Wake Forest School of Medicine’s Physician Assistant Program and multiple health and human service agencies across the region. Learn more at https://healthsciences.appstate.edu

Essential Duties and Responsibilities       

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, both face-to-face and online, conducting research and seeking external funding, and engaging in university and professional service. Opportunities for direct clinical service and clinical supervision may also be available.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Statement of Research Interests

List of References with Contact Info

Unofficial Undergrad, Graduate, and Doctorate transcripts (no password protected files)

TO APPLY

Apply at this Quick Link:       https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/52250

Posting Number           FA00531P

This position will remain open until filled.   Evaluation of applications begins 12/01/2025 with a Priority Application Date of 01/15/2026.

Search Chair Name    Gary McCullough

Search Chair Email     mcculloughgh@appstate.edu