Assistant Professor, Medical SLP - Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences

Assistant Professor in Medical Speech-Language Pathology

Department of Speech and Hearing Science

College of Applied Health Sciences

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The University of Illinois Department of Speech and Hearing Science (http://shs.illinois.edu) invites applications for a nine-month tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in medical speech-language pathology. We seek an early career academic colleague to contribute to the research, teaching, and service missions of our department. Areas of specialization may include aphasia, motor speech disorders, and cognitive-communication disorders, ideally in adult populations. The position offers numerous opportunities to engage in basic, clinical, and translational research through interdisciplinary programs and institutes. The position start date is August 16, 2027.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must hold a PhD in Communication Sciences and Disorders or a related field by the start date, and have the potential to develop a sustainable, funded research program.

Preferred Qualifications

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

Responsibilities

Successful applicants will: conduct and publish research; seek external funding to support research activities; mentor students; teach undergraduate and graduate courses in communication sciences and disorders; engage in professional and public engagement activities; and contribute to the missions of the department, college, and university.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic position, with a 9-month service basis, paid over 12 months. The expected start date is August 16, 2027. The budgeted salary range for the position is $70,000 to $80,000. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints.

This position is eligible for sponsorship for work authorization, except for sponsorship of a new H1B petition that would incur the $100,000 fee.

Academic Environment

The Department of Speech and Hearing Science (SHS) is widely recognized as among the top departments in the nation, conducts cutting-edge research across the entire spectrum of human communication and aerodigestive functions, has excellent academic programs at the undergraduate, master’s, and doctorate levels, and offers an accredited clinical graduate program in speech-language pathology. SHS is a highly collegial and collaborative department, situated in the College of Applied Health Sciences on the main campus of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and includes: (a) the recently renovated Speech and Hearing Science Building that houses academic, research, and collaborative spaces; (b) the Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology Clinic; and (c) the Collaboration Lab that houses clinical faculty offices, a classroom, multiple study spaces for clinical graduate students, and private spaces for telepractice. Our department’s academic offerings include a bachelor’s degree and two graduate degrees: the Master of Arts (M.A.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.). Its mission is to engage in research, education, and outreach activities that enhance communication across the lifespan, integrating research and clinical applications from the biological, behavioral, and social sciences. Our faculty are committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in professional practice and professoriate. You may visit http://www.shs.illinois.edu for additional information about the department and its programs.

Departmental activities contribute to the mission of the College, specifically, the advancement of research, instruction, and public engagement that promotes the development of healthy, livable communities, facilitates optimal living with disability, and promotes health and wellness across the lifespan and throughout a diverse society. The College houses two interdisciplinary research centers, the Center on Health, Aging, and Disability, and the Chez Veterans Center, as well as the Division of Disability Resources and Educational Services. Our faculty are active in interdisciplinary collaborations that include, but are not limited to, colleagues in the Colleges of Education, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, as well as partners at the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology, Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the Family Resiliency Center, Illinois Extension, and the Psychological Services Center. Faculty are also supported by the Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Institute and the Social and Behavioral Science Institute, which provides support for research infrastructure and organizes campus efforts to address health and wellness challenges and social and behavioral science research.

The University of Illinois offers generous employee benefits (https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits/) including health insurance and retirement programs. In addition, we also offer our employees tuition waivers and other development opportunities for personal and professional growth. The University assists faculty spouses and partners seeking employment through our Dual Career Program (https://provost.illinois.edu/faculty-affairs/faculty-recruitment/dual-career-program/). To learn more about all Champaign-Urbana has to offer please visit: https://makeitcu.com/. We value our employees and seek to foster an inclusive workplace.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

For full considerations, applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on December 4, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered.

The following materials are required: (1) a cover letter addressing qualifications (2) a research statement (3) a teaching statement, (4) a curriculum vitae, and (5) names and contact information for 3 references. All requested information must be submitted for an application to be considered. Candidates will be notified before references are contacted and letters are requested.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. For further information about this specific position, please contact Raksha Mudar (raksha@illinois.edu), Chair of the Search Committee. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

Founded in 1867 as Illinois’s flagship public university, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign empowers a global community of students, scholars, and alumni to change the world through bold, innovative research and transformative education. With a land-grant heritage rooted in progress, Illinois faculty drive paradigm-shifting discoveries, mentor future leaders, and collaborate across 15 colleges and instructional units and more than 20 research institutes. The university’s legacy of excellence includes 24 Nobel Prizes and 29 Pulitzer Prizes awarded to its faculty and alumni, $755 million in sponsored research funding, and 94 academic programs ranked in the top 20 nationally. Illinois offers the resources, recognition, and reach to accelerate your career — along with a highly competitive benefits portfolio. Discover how the Illinois Value Proposition fosters professional longevity, personal fulfillment, and a deep sense of purpose in every role.

Faculty Recruitment
Champaign-Urbana

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

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Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu.

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Requisition ID: 1038791
Job Category: Faculty
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu