Description

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders is seeking applicants interested in joining the speech-language pathology faculty at the rank of Assistant Professor. This is a tenure-track, nine-month full-time position beginning Spring 2026 or Fall 2026.

Responsibilities include: undergraduate and/or graduate teaching; clinical supervision; mentoring and advising undergraduate and graduate students; engagement in service at the University, College, and Departmental levels; and pursuit of creative and scholarly work, with an emphasis on community engagement and student involvement. Summer teaching is strongly encouraged.

The Nazareth CSD Department comprises undergraduate and graduate programs, with graduate specialties in autism, deafness, early intervention, bilingual, and medical speech-language pathology. Graduate students can also earn the New York State Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TSSLD) certificate and Bilingual Education (Spanish) extension. The department has 200+ students (85 graduate students) and 12 FT faculty. Interprofessional collaboration and education are hallmarks of Nazareth University. Our on-campus clinics are located in the state-of-the-art York Wellness and Rehabilitation Institute, a facility that also houses physical therapy, occupational therapy, social work, and creative arts therapy clinics, in addition to our own Speech and Language Clinic, Neurogenic Communication and Cognition Clinic, and Audiology Clinic. Our many active on- and off-campus clinics provide opportunities for clinical supervision and clinically applied research endeavors.

Join Nazareth University, a leading institution in Rochester, NY, with a vibrant community of
approximately 1,900 undergraduate and 500 graduate students. We seek dedicated teacher-
scholars committed to excellence in teaching, fostering student success, and contributing to an
academic environment that supports innovation and growth. Nestled just minutes from
downtown Rochester, our campus offers a dynamic setting where faculty and students
collaborate in meaningful ways.

Nazareth University is an equal-opportunity employer committed to ensuring fair and
transparent hiring practices in accordance with federal and state laws. We welcome applicants
from various backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, ensuring that all candidates are
evaluated based on their qualifications and merit. Our hiring and employment practices strictly
prohibit discrimination and bias, and we uphold a workplace culture that values respect,
academic excellence, and professional integrity.

We encourage qualified applicants to join us in advancing our mission of providing a high-
quality education in an environment that fosters collaboration, excellence, and student success.

Requirements

Required Education, Experience, Technology and Skills:

Ph.D. or Ed.D. (ABD considered) in communication sciences and disorders or related
fields.

Preferred Education, Experience, Technology Applications and Skills:

Eligibility for New York State licensure and ASHA CCC-SLP

We are seeking a faculty member with experience and expertise in medical settings, particularly someone with expertise in areas such as feeding/swallowing, neurogenic communication disorders, and/or voice disorders related to medical conditions.

Applicants with various specializations are encouraged to apply.