Assistant Professor, Communication Disorders

NMSU School of Nursing Official Page; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Communication Disorders. The department offers undergraduate and graduate instruction and seeks a candidate who will teach, conduct research, and provide service to the department and university.

Regular on-campus presence and in-person duties are required. Responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate instruction in Spanish/English bilingual speech-language pathology, pediatric

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in speech-language pathology, communication sciences and disorders, or a closely-related field.
• ABD will be considered with evidence of degree completion by the employment date.
• If Ph.D. is in a related field, at least 36 graduate credits must be in SLP/CD.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in communication disorders.
• Develop and maintain an active research program with publications.
• Provide service to the department, college, and university; participate in governance and curriculum review.
• Engage with diverse faculty and students and collaborate on scholarly activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Diversity collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in speech-language pathology or related field

ABD considered with degree by start date

36 graduate credits in SLP/CD area

Job description

Department Contact: Yvette Claeys, [e-mail], 575-646-2402

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary: The Department of Communication Disorders in the College of Health, Education, and Social Transformation invites applications for one 9-month, tenure-track position as assistant professor with an anticipated start date of either January 2027 or August 2027. The department offers undergraduate and graduate instruction for approximately 300 students. The successful candidate will join a collegial, supportive, and student-centered faculty and is expected to teach, perform research, and provide service to the department, college, and the university. Regular on-campus presence and in-person job duties are required.

Position Details

Position Title: Assistant Professor, Communication Disorders

College/Division: College of Hlth, Educ & Soc Trans

Department: 350600-COMMUNICATION DISORDERS

Location: Las Cruces

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Commensurate with qualifications

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful candidate must be able to provide undergraduate and graduate instruction in one or more of the following areas: Spanish/English bilingual speech-language pathology, pediatric language disorders, AAC, and/or research methods. Furthermore, the candidate is expected to develop/engage in an active research program leading to peer-reviewed publications and extramural funding. All faculty in the department participate in shared faculty governance, strategic planning, curriculum review, student outcome assessment, and advisement.

Job Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Be able to provide undergraduate and graduate instruction in communication disorders.
• Show evidence of an active research program and publication record or potential to develop an active research program.
• Be able to work with diverse faculty and students in a collaborative manner.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Ph.D. in speech language pathology, communication sciences and disorders, or a closely-related field. (ABD will be considered with evidence of degree completion by the employment date.)
• If the Ph.D. degree is in a related field, a minimum of 36 graduate credits must be in the area of speech-language pathology/communication disorders.
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech Language Hearing Association.
• Eligibility for New Mexico SLP Licensure.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.