The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Syracuse University is recruiting a full-time tenure-track faculty member in Speech-Language Pathology at the rank of Assistant Professor.  Preferred areas of expertise include voice disorders and dysphagia. Other areas of expertise will be considered depending on the qualifications of the candidate, including motor speech disorders, craniofacial disorders, AAC, and other areas of research focus.

POSITION: Full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in a research-oriented academic program offering BS, MS, AuD, AuD/PhD and PhD degrees. Successful candidates must demonstrate strong undergraduate and graduate-level teaching skills, a research agenda, and research productivity commensurate with rank. This is a full-time 8.5-month faculty position with eligibility for tenure and promotion. Compensation is nationally competitive.

QUALIFICATIONS: PhD in speech-language pathology or related area; CCC-SLP desirable. Preference will be given to a candidate with research interests in one or more of the following areas: dysphagia, voice disorders, AAC, motor speech disorders, and/or cleft palate.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES: Responsibilities will be to establish or continue a nationally recognized line of research, seek external research support, teach undergraduate and graduate courses in appropriate areas, mentor student research projects, participate in academic advising, and serve on departmental and college committees.

APPLICATIONS: Applicants must complete an online application and attach a curriculum vita using our faculty employment web page at https://www.sujobopps.com/. In addition, please upload the following to the online application portal:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter including three important areas:
• 1) Teaching –describe your teaching experience, interests, and philosophy of how students best learn.
• 2) Research/Scholarship Activity –describe how your experience will help you contribute to the Department and University’s commitment to research and scholarship.
• 3) Diversity and Inclusion –describe how your experience has prepared you to contribute to the Department’s and the University’s strategic commitments to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in higher education.
• List of at least three references who will provide letters of recommendation with name, title, address, and email/phone contact information.
• If available, candidates are additionally strongly encouraged to submit reprints of up to 3 recently published articles and summary evaluations of teaching.

Applications received by November 8 will receive full consideration, but the position will remain open until filled. We encourage applicants to submit their materials by this date, as full review of applications will begin immediately thereafter. Anticipated start date is 2025-2026 academic year.

THE DEPARTMENT: The Communication Sciences & Disorders Department at Syracuse University offers CAA-accredited clinical programs in Speech-Language Pathology (MS) and Audiology (AuD). The department also offers PhD programs in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, bachelor’s degree (BS) in CSD, a combined BS/MS in in Speech-Language Pathology, and a dual AuD/PhD degree. Several CSD faculty teach courses that are included in the Neuroscience Integrated Learning Major. The department maintains an excellent, highly visible on-campus speech, language, and hearing clinic serving a variety of clients from the Greater Syracuse community. Many of our departmental faculty have appointments and maintain strong collaborations with neighboring institutions, including the SUNY Upstate Medical University, Crouse Hospital, and the Syracuse Veterans Administration Medical Center.

THE UNIVERSITY: Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience. Syracuse University offers an outstanding and comprehensive compensation and benefits package in a unique and vibrant urban campus setting. Syracuse University employees are offered a wide variety of educational, cultural, and recreational opportunities while enjoying a diverse professional workplace.