Assistant / Associate Professor - Educator Track, SLP, Dept. of Communication Scie

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Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) is seeking a full-time, 12-month educator track faculty member to support a new clinical doctorate program in speech-language pathology (SLP-D). This 12-month position will begin in Fall 2026 with rank (Assistant or Associate professor) commensurate with experience.

Essential Functions

This position will contribute to the teaching, scholarship, and service missions of the department and college, largely supporting the teaching and clinically based research endeavors of SLP-D students along with regular teaching responsibilities within our department.

Teaching courses in the SLP-D program and mentorship of SLP-D student culminating projects will be a primary role for this position.

Additional responsibilities will include engaging in relevant scholarly activity and providing service to the CSD Department and the College of Allied Health Sciences.

This is an in-person teaching position with the potential for a hybrid format in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Doctoral degree (PhD or SLDP) in speech-language pathology or a related field; ABD candidates are welcome to apply but must have degree completed prior to August 2026

Experience teaching in a higher education setting, with at least one year (or several part time experiences to equal one-year) of experience

Demonstrated student mentorship experience with graduate students

Demonstrated expertise in one or more area(s) of specialization in speech-language pathology

Demonstrated evidence of services relevant to the SLP profession

Commitment to fostering innovation, impact, and a positive working / learning environment for everyone

Current knowledge and skills using technology, including educational learning management systems

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills including communication, problem solving, counseling, conflict management, and follow-through

Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a part of an interdisciplinary team

Additional Qualifications Considered

Current or eligibility for clinical credentials in speech language pathology (i.e., CCC-SLP)

Current or eligibility for Ohio licensure to practice as a speech-language pathologist

Active involvement in professional organizations or leadership at local, state, and / or national levels

Application Requirements

Cover Letter

CV / Resume

Teaching and Mentorship Statement(s)

Contact information for Three References

Course evaluations will be requested from applicants who have prior teaching experience if selected for an on-campus interview

Applicants without a cover letter or CV / resume will not be considered.

Questions should be directed to Dr. Amanda Simmons at amanda.simmons@uc.edu

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance.

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won?t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you?ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14?18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include

Competitive salary starting at $80,000, based on experience

Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)

Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs

Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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