12-month SLP faculty at open ranks with potential for tenure-track appointment

University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center

The School of Health Professions at UTSA Health Science Center is seeking to fill one faculty position immediately to support a Master’s degree program in Speech-Language Pathology with a medical concentration.

Position: A 12-month position with potential for tenure track appointment at assistant-, associate-, or full-professor rank.

Date of Appointment: As early as January 2026 or until the position is successfully filled.

Background: The School of Health Professions at UTSA Health Science Center offers a  Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) that is grounded in the integration of academic coursework and clinical experience with an emphasis on speech-language pathology in health care. The goals of the two-year (5 semesters) residential program are to educate and train future speech-language pathologists to be exceptional critical thinkers, research-driven clinicians using the best practices, and strong leaders in the diverse communities they serve. The program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACS-COC), and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB). Please visit https://uthscsa.edu/health-professions/programs/speech-language-pathology-ms and https://uthscsa.edu/health-professions/about/departments/communication-sciences-disorders for additional information.

Responsibilities: Teaching graduate-level courses aligned with expertise, providing academic advising and mentoring to students, establishing or maintaining funded research initiatives, and contributing service to the institution and professional community.

Qualifications: A doctoral degree (Ph.D. or SLPD) in speech-language pathology; ASHA CCC-SLP; eligibility for Texas speech-language pathology licensure;  a record of teaching, scholarship, and service. Advanced doctoral candidates may apply, provided degree completion occurs prior to assuming the position.

Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in clinical coordination, supervision, and mentorship of graduate students, as well as previous experience in graduate-level teaching.

Salary: Highly competitive and commensurate with professional experience and qualifications.

Review Date: Immediately, and continue until the position is filled.

Special Instructions: Applicants must submit the following materials through the UT Health Careers portal (https://uthscsa.referrals.selectminds.com/faculty/jobs/open-rank-communication-sciences-and-disorders-ph-d-slpd-13010: (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a letter of interest outlining qualifications, certifications or trainings demonstrating clinical expertise, and a teaching portfolio documenting instructional effectiveness. and (3) contact information for at least three references. Official graduate and undergraduate transcripts are due upon hire.