The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at UW-Eau Claire is seeking either a tenure-track faculty member at the rank of assistant professor or a clinical instructor at the rank of clinical assistant professor. The department seeks a dynamic candidate with a strong interest in the academic and clinical instruction of undergraduate and master’s students in our CAA accredited program in speech-language pathology who is committed to teaching excellence and to maintaining an active program. This appointment carries an initial two-year probationary appointment beginning with the 2025/2026 academic year, August 18, 2025. Summer employment is possible.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

For appointment as a tenure-track faculty member - Doctorate in Communication Sciences and Disorders or a related field is required. ABD considered but completion of the doctorate will be required by June 1, 2026. CCC-SLP/CCC-A is required. Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and scholarship and demonstrated commitment to support and enhance the diversity and cultural and global awareness of students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to apply.

For appointment as a clinical instructor – Master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from a CAA-accredited program and at least two years full-time post-CFY employment in speech-language pathology. CCC-SLP/CCC-A is required. Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and scholarship and demonstrated commitment to support and enhance the diversity and cultural and global awareness of students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to apply.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Prior university teaching and online teaching experience will be considered assets, as will expertise in any of the following areas or combination of areas: dysphagia, speech sound disorders, or speech-language pathology assistant training and supervision. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness.

DUTIES: Teach courses in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders based on program needs and in accordance with specialization; provide academic advising to students as assigned; participate in scholarly activity, student research, and professional mentoring, as appropriate to appointment type; and engagement in service to the department, college, university, and community.

DEPARTMENT: The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders consists of nine faculty, five clinical instructional faculty, and three adjunct instructors, approximately 300 undergraduate majors, and approximately 100 master’s students in residential and online programs. The department also has an active speech, language, and hearing clinic including 16 treatment rooms with remote observation capabilities, as well as numerous community collaborations for service delivery. The department has a robust scholarship of teaching and learning culture and was the 2019 UW System Board of Regents Teaching Excellence Award recipient.

UNIVERSITY and EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY: UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 9,500 students and 1,200 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation.

The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.