Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders

Texas A&M University System; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), a member of the Texas A&M University System, invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders to begin Fall 2027. This 9-month tenure-track role focuses on teaching, evaluating student progress, supervising field experiences, and developing scholarly programs; face-to-face duties require regular on-campus presence.

TAMIU is a Hispanic Serving Institution in Laredo, Texas with about 8,000 students and aims to

Qualifications

• Must hold a doctorate in Communication Sciences and Disorders or related field from an accredited institution.
• ABD candidates will be considered but must have earned a doctorate before appointment.
• Candidate should demonstrate potential for teaching, peer-reviewed scholarship, external funding, and support for first-generation students.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in the Communication Sciences and Disorders program.
• Evaluate students' progress and supervise field-based students or internships when needed.
• Complete administrative responsibilities for assigned courses and develop a Master’s program.
• Engage in scholarly activities, publish in refereed journals and attend conferences.
• Provide service to the department, college and university; on-campus presence required.

Skills

Teaching potential

Scholarly productivity

External funding

Support first-generation students

Education

Doctorate in Communication Sciences and Disorders or related field

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

College Of Nursing & Health Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), a member of the Texas A&M University System, welcomes applicants for an Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders to begin Fall 2027.

TAMIU is a Hispanic Serving Institution with over 8,000 students located in Laredo, Texas, a vibrant and bicultural city with a population of about 250,000. The university advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on student success and research excellence. For more information, please visit https://www.tamiu.edu/

This is a 9-month tenure-track position. Primary duties will include teaching assigned courses in Communication Sciences and Disorders program; evaluating students’ progress in coursework; completing the administrative aspects of assigned courses; supervising field-based students or student internship when needed; demonstrating scholarly productivity through publications in referred journals and attendance at professional conferences and meetings; and assisting in the development of a Master’s program. Duties also include providing service to the department, college and university. This position requires face-to-face interactions through a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

The College of Nursing and Health Sciences prepares skilled professionals who promote health, wellness, and quality of life. The College values excellence in teaching, scholarship, service, and community engagement.

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate must hold a doctorate in Communication Sciences and Disorders or related field from a regionally accredited institution. ABDs will also be considered but must have earned a doctorate before appointment. Candidates must demonstrate potential for teaching, peer-reviewed scholarship, external funding, and supporting first-generation students, and hold or be eligible for Texas SLP licensure and/or ASHA CCC-SLP certification.

We offer competitive salaries and a benefits package including health insurance, retirement benefits, and life insurance. Additional pay is available for summer teaching. Financial support for professional development opportunities, such as attending academic conferences, is also provided. Moving expenses are covered in whole or in part by the university.

Application Process

The completed employment application must include:

• Letter of interest or cover letter that addresses qualifications
• Current curriculum vitae
• Unofficial transcripts specifying conferred/ABD degree
• Names and contact information of three current professional references

Applications must be submitted online at https://www.tamiu.edu/admins/ohr/employment/.

Applications received by Texas A&M International University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. See resume is not an acceptable entry in the job application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.