Assistant Professor in Pediatric Speech Production

Clay Today; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University at Buffalo invites applications for a full-time, 10-month, academic faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Pediatric Speech Production. The successful candidate will build an externally funded research program and teach undergraduate and graduate courses while contributing to departmental and university service.

The department emphasizes collaboration with clinical and academic teams, and UB offers strong research support, including post-award administration and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in speech sciences, communication sciences and disorders, or a closely related field by appointment.
• Research expertise in pediatric speech production.

Responsibilities

• Develop a program of extramurally funded research.
• Teach at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Contribute to Department, College, University, profession, and community.

Skills

Pediatric speech production

Education

Ph.D. in speech sciences or related field

Job description

Assistant Professor in Pediatric Speech Production

Position Information

Position Title: Assistant Professor in Pediatric Speech Production

Department: Department of Communicative Disorders and Sciences

Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64267

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The bDepartment of Communicative Disorders and Sciences (CDS) at the University at Buffalo, The State University of New York (UB) invites applications for a full-time, 10-month, academic faculty position at the rank of bAssistant Professor. We seek a scholar with expertise in pediatric speech production, including speech sound disorders, childhood dysarthria, and childhood apraxia of speech. The appointment will begin in Fall 2027.

The primary responsibilities of this position include (1) developing a program of extramurally funded research; (2) teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels; and (3) serving the Department, College, University, profession, and community.

The Department of Communicative Disorders and Sciences at the University at Buffalo is committed to excellence in research, teaching, and service and to fostering an inclusive academic environment. UB is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU). With support from the College of Arts and Sciences, the department is committed to building existing research, clinical, and academic capacities to continue to provide leadership in the fields of speech-language pathology, hearing science, and related disorders. The UB Audiology and Speech Pathology clinic is located next to the department, and collaborations between clinical and academic faculty are encouraged. The university provides strong support for research productivity including pre- and post-award administration, purchasing, and hiring.

The Western New York region is a large and diverse area, and the CDS department has strong connections with local schools, speech-language pathologists, and organizations serving children. For additional information about the Department of Communicative Disorders and Sciences, please visit the University at Buffalo Department of Communicative Disorders and Sciences website.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in speech sciences, communication sciences and disorders, or a closely related field by the time of appointment. Research expertise in pediatric speech production.

Preferred Qualifications

Certification of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association or other clinical training Teaching experience at the college-level

Qualified applicants must submit:

• A cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Research statement
• Teaching statement
• Three letters of recommendation

Applications must be submitted through UB Jobs https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64267.

Applications received by October 15, 2026 will receive priority consideration.

Questions about the position may be directed to the Search Committee Chair Dr. Ling-Yu Guo ([e-mail]).

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The University at Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in speech sciences, communication sciences and disorders, or a closely related field conferred by the time of appointment. Research expertise in pediatric speech production.

Preferred Qualifications

Certification of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association or other clinical training Teaching experience at the college-level

Salary Range

Competitive

Job Type

Full-Time

Special Instructions Summary

All application materials should be submitted via UB Jobs. Application materials submitted directly to the posting contact will not be acknowledged and cannot be considered.

Is a background check required for this posting?

No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Ling-Yu Guo

Contact's Pronouns: He/Him

Contact's Title: Associate Professor

Contact's Email: [e-mail]

Contact's Phone: [phone]

Posting Dates

Posted: 09/10/2026

Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled

Date to be filled: 08/16/2027