The Communication Disorders Program at the University of Central Missouri (UCM) in Warrensburg, MO invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Speech-Language Pathology beginning in the Fall Semester (August, 2027). Reassigned time for research is available. Summer teaching may be available. 

Responsibilities include
(a) teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, including clinical (teaching) supervision, 

(b) mentoring undergraduate and graduate research, 

(c) discipline-based scholarship, and 

(d) university/discipline service. 

Candidates must possess a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Communication Disorders and/or Sciences, or another associated discipline. Strong ABD candidates will be considered. Candidates must be eligible for Missouri licensure and hold the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing-Association for a minimum of 9 months prior to employment.

Expertise with acquired communication disorders in adults including cognitive-linguistic communication disorders, voice disorders, motor speech disorders, and/or swallowing disorders is desired; however, other areas of emphasis (e.g., fluency disorders) would be considered. Ideal candidates will have experience teaching at the university level, instructing and mentoring student clinicians, and demonstrated or potential ability to build and sustain a programmatic line of research. Successful candidates should possess attention to detail, exhibit effective communication skills, manage multiple concurrent projects, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality. 

Applicants must complete an on-line faculty profile, which may be found at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ucmo. Apply for the Position Vacancy Announcement 998439. 

Materials that must be included are: (a) cover letter, (b) curriculum vitae, and (c) three professional references (include names, phone numbers, and email addresses). Applicants invited for an interview will need to provide three letters of reference and official transcripts from all universities attended. For more information about the position, contact Caitlin Imgrund Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Search Committee Chair, Communication Disorders Program, email address: Imgrund@ucmo.edu. For information about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@ucmo.edu or (660) 543-4255. UCM is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity employer.  We accept applications from qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, or abilities. Minorities, women, disabled, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Contact Name: Caitlin Imgrund, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Contact Address: 415 E. Clark St, Martin 38 Warrensburg, MO 64093

Contact Phone: 660-543-4418

Contact Email: imgrund@ucmo.edu 

Application Deadline: Application review will begin October 15, 2026 and continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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