Clinical Assistant Professor, Communication Sciences & Disorders

The School of Health Sciences, within the College of Health and Human Sciences, is currently seeking a 12-month Clinical Assistant Professor to join their Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) program. This position will teach professional coursework, provide clinical teaching and supervision, contribute to the coordination of the CSD program, and contribute to the broader missions of the school and college. This non-tenure track position will report directly to the program chair.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain 0.9 FTE teaching load with an emphasis on didactic clinical coursework (undergraduate and/or graduate) and clinical teaching/supervision
• Actively contribute to the CSD program (i.e., graduate admissions, comprehensive examinations, curriculum review, academic advising, and other service areas)
• Teach and provide clinical supervision during fall, spring, and summer semesters
• Serve on committees related to program, school, and college issues
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with campus constituents

This 12-month position at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor has a preferred starting date of January 2026, with a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) is the academic program for the profession of speech-language pathology. It is for students interested in human communication (speech and language, reading, writing, and hearing) and swallowing for individuals across the lifespan. The CSD program offers both undergraduate and graduate education for the profession of speech-language pathology. The goal of the CSD program is to graduate competent clinicians who are able to help children and adults with difficulties in any aspect of oral and written communication or swallowing. The master's program in speech-language pathology is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

The College of Health and Human Sciences inspires and prepares passionate and caring individuals for a meaningful life and a career that promotes human well-being in the areas of business, design, teacher education, human behavior, and health sciences. Home to 16 undergraduate and 22 graduate degree programs housed in the Schools of Consumer Sciences, Health Sciences, and Human Sciences, we provide students with the education and skills needed to make an impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities.

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• M.S./M.A. in CSD
• Earned Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)
• Kansas licensure in speech-language pathology with the ability to function as a clinical educator/supervisor for graduate students in practicum at the K-State Speech and Hearing Center
• Strong interpersonal communication and relationship-building skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with a variety of campus constituents, including administrators, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and the surrounding community
• American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) certification in Speech-Language Pathology

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:

• Clinical teaching/supervision experience
• Experience with client and family-centered care in communication and swallowing disorders
• Three or more years of clinical experience in the field of speech-language pathology
• Experience with university teaching and/or graduate student teaching/supervision
• Experience providing leadership to people and projects
• Eligibility for graduate faculty status
• Completion of at least two hours of professional development in clinical teaching/supervision

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Please submit the following documents:

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae (CV)
3. Statement of teaching philosophy
4. Contact information for three professional references

Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee chair, Danielle Schwartz, at dschwartz@ksu.edu with the subject line: CSD Faculty Search.

Applications close on: December 17, 2025