Job Description:

The Position:
The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) at Augustana College invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor to begin in August 2025 (or January 2026, if preferred). This is an exciting opportunity to join a department with a well-established undergraduate program and a growing Master’s program in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP), accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

About Augustana College: 

Augustana College is a selective liberal arts and sciences college with 2,500 students, including 25% first generation college students, 25% Pell Grant recipients, 24% percent students of color, and 20% international students.  Nestled on a scenic, wooded campus in Rock Island, Illinois, Augustana is part of the thriving Quad Cities metropolitan area of 450,000 residents, located along the picturesque Mississippi River and just a short drive from Chicago.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. Strengthening  these values is central to our mission and strategic plan. We encourage applications from individuals who share our passion for creating rigorous, inclusive, and high-impact learning environments that empower students from all backgrounds to thrive.  Learn more about faculty life at Augustana and the Quad Cities here.  

Responsibilities:

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in areas such as aphasia, motor speech disorders, neural bases of human communication, and acquired cognitive-communication disorders, with opportunities to design courses aligned with your expertise.

Carry a teaching load of 24 credits per 10-month academic year (standard courses are 2 or 4 credits).

Engage in collaborative research and mentorship with students in the program.

Actively contribute to the inclusive and innovative teaching practices that define Augustana’s learning environment.

What We’re Looking For:

A commitment to excellence in teaching, mentorship, and research.

Dedication to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the classroom and broader campus community.

A Ph.D. or near completion in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Speech-Language Pathology, or a related field is preferred. Preference is given to candidates who hold the CCC/SLP and are eligible for Illinois state licensure in speech-language pathology.

Why Augustana?
At Augustana, you’ll find a supportive and collegial environment where faculty thrive professionally and personally. Our small class sizes foster deep connections between faculty and students. You'll have access to resources and opportunities to pursue innovative research and impactful teaching.

Apply Today:
Be part of a transformative educational community that values creativity, collaboration, and connection. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with priority given to those submitted by January 31, 2025. The position will remain open until filled. Application materials may be submitted at this link. 

A complete application includes: a cover letter indicating an interest in and understanding of teaching in a liberal arts setting, curriculum vitae, copy of graduate transcript, names and contact information for three references, and a statement of teaching philosophy. Questions may be directed to the CSD Department Co-Chair, Ann Perreau, at annperreau@augustana.edu or 309-794-8935.  Join us in shaping the future of Communication Sciences and Disorders education at Augustana College.

Additional Information:

Augustana College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Augustana College provides equal opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.