Assistant or Associate Professor, Communication Sciences & Disorders

Montgomery County Maryland; Manhattan, Northern (KS, KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University invites applications for two 9-month tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in the Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) program. Candidates with expertise in any area of speech-language pathology are welcome, with preference for dysphagia, adult neurogenic disorders, and neuroanatomy.

2:2 teaching load (0.4 FTE) supports research and service; Aug 2027 start preferred.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. in communication sciences and disorders or closely related field (ABD considered with anticipated completion within 1 year)
• Earned CCC-SLP
• Eligibility for Kansas licensure as a speech-language pathologist
• Demonstrated or emerging scholarly activity with publications or external funding
• Evidence of excellence in teaching at graduate/undergraduate level
• Interprofessional collaboration and mentorship skills

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain an active externally funded research program
• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses aligned with expertise
• Advise graduate students
• Provide service to program, school, college, and university
• Engage in interdisciplinary scholarship opportunities within the school

Skills

Scholarly activity

Graduate/undergraduate teaching

Interprofessional collaboration

Mentorship of graduate students

Education

Ph.D. or Ed.D. in communication sciences and disorders

Certificate of Clinical Competence in SLP (CCC-SLP)

Eligibility for Kansas licensure (SLP)

Job description

About This Role

The School of Health Sciences, within the College of Health and Human Sciences, is looking to hire two 9-month faculty members at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (tenure-track) to join their Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) program. We welcome candidates with expertise in any area of speech-language pathology, although candidates with a background in dysphagia, adult neurogenic communication disorders, and/or neuroanatomy are especially encouraged to apply, as these areas align with current curriculum priorities. Successful candidates will join a program with an active interprofessional education initiative, an on-campus speech and hearing clinic, strong connections to the local healthcare and education communities, and a school-level commitment to translational and community-engaged scholarship.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Establish and maintain an active, externally funded program of research, with dissemination through peer-reviewed outlets
• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses aligned with area/s of expertise and program need
• Advise graduate students
• Provide service to the program, school, college, and university
• Engage in interdisciplinary and collaborative scholarship opportunities within the school

The selected candidates will be expected to maintain a 2:2 teaching load across the academic year, equivalent to 0.4 FTE, with allocation of remaining tenths related to research and service being negotiable.

These 9-month positions at the rank of assistant or associate professor have a preferred starting date of August 2027, with a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Spring or summer 2027 start dates may be possible upon request.

Individuals with a clinical doctorate may be considered for a non-tenure track faculty position. For more information, please reach out to Dr. Bob Garcia at [e-mail].

About Us

The Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) program has been a nationally recognized presence at Kansas State University for more than 50 years and is consistently ranked in the top 25% of CSD programs nationally by U.S. News & World Report. The program offers a rigorous, accredited Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders alongside a pre-professional undergraduate major, serving students across the Midwest and beyond.

The K-State Speech and Hearing Center, located on campus, provides a rich applied research and clinical training environment with access to a varied community caseload across communication and swallowing disorders. The Center serves as a hub for faculty-student collaborative scholarship and direct interprofessional education opportunities.

The CSD program is housed within the School of Health Sciences, which includes programs such as Athletic Training, Dietetics, Food and Nutrition, Kinesiology, Physician Assistant, and Public Health. This multi-disciplinary structure creates frequent opportunities for interprofessional education and collaborative research.

The College of Health and Human Sciences inspires and prepares passionate and caring individuals for a meaningful life and career that promotes human well-being in the areas of consumer sciences, health sciences, and human sciences. Home to 16 undergraduate and 22 graduate programs, we provide students with the education and skills needed to make an impact on the lives of individuals, families, and communities. For more information, visit https://www.hhs.k-state.edu/.

Kansas State University is a distinguished public, land‑grant institution renowned for the excellence of its faculty, students, staff, academic programs, research, and service. The university has an enrollment of more than 22,200 students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. K‑State was recognized by the Princeton Review as one of America’s best colleges, and U.S. News & World Report lists the university among the top 75 public universities in the U.S. K-State is centered on a 664-acre campus in Manhattan, located 50 miles west of the state capital of Topeka and 125 miles west of Kansas City in the rolling Flint Hills. Manhattan, nicknamed the “Little Apple,” provides access to a wide range of educational, cultural, medical, and recreational programs and facilities. Manhattan rates among the best classic college towns in the country, ranking #2 in the last two years in Livability’s list of the 10 Best College Towns, and Forbes magazine ranked Manhattan #3 in the nation for best small places for businesses and careers.

Worksite Description

This position is on‑site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. in communication sciences and disorders or closely related field (ABD considered with an anticipated completion date within one year of hire)
• Earned Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech‑Language Pathology (CCC‑SLP)
• Eligibility for Kansas licensure as a speech‑language pathologist
• Demonstrated or emerging record of scholarly activity, including peer‑reviewed publications and/or external funding commensurate with career stage
• Evidence of, or clear potential for, excellence in teaching at the graduate and/or undergraduate level
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills suitable for graduate student mentorship, didactic teaching, and interprofessional collaboration
• To be considered for the rank of associate professor:
  • Established, sustained research program with documented record of peer‑reviewed publications commensurate with rank
  • Evidence of securing or competing for extramural funding from relevant agencies

The degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Specialization in dysphagia, adult neurogenic communication disorders, motor speech, and/or neuroanatomy
• Clinical supervision experience with graduate student clinicians in university or medical settings
• Engagement with a variety of clinical populations and culturally responsive, person‑centered care
• Record of, or clear interest in, collaborative and/or interdisciplinary research
• Experience with, or interest in, pursuing external funding from federal agencies (i.e., NIH, NSF, HRSA, IES)

Sponsorship eligibility:

• This position is eligible for sponsorship.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae (CV)
3. Statement of teaching philosophy (1-2 pages)
4. Statement of research interests and plans (2 pages maximum)
5. Contact information for three professional references

Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Bob Garcia, at [e-mail] with the subject line: CSD Faculty Search.

Application Window

Applications close on: October 20, 2026