Job Summary
CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY
PURDUE UNIVERSITY
The Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences (SLHS) at Purdue University invites applications from candidates holding a Master’s or PhD degree in Speech-Language Pathology or related fields and CCC-SLP for the position of Clinical Faculty in Speech-Language Pathology (Assistant/Associate). Candidates with interdisciplinary skills in a broad range of adult neurogenic disorders including cognitive, communication, and swallowing, and who are interested in innovative programmatic growth are especially encouraged to apply. The position will be offered at a level commensurate with the candidate’s experience. The position is a full-time, non-tenure track appointment with a negotiable start date.
The Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences (SLHS) is a national leader in clinical education and research and offers an undergraduate degree (BS) and graduate degrees (AuD, MS-SLP, and PhD). The Department’s graduate programs in Audiology (AuD) and Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) consistently rank in the top 10 nationally, according to U.S. News and World Report. SLHS is a diverse and collegial department with 20 tenure-track and 14 clinical faculty. SLHS values excellence and distinction in all of its degree programs, supports faculty mentorship and advancement, and promotes engagement state-wide, nationally, and internationally. The Department houses a thriving interdisciplinary community where interprofessional education/practice and research-clinical collaborations are encouraged. http://www.purdue.edu/hhs/slhs/
Clinical faculty are full members of the SLHS faculty and are expected to demonstrate excellence in the areas of clinical practice and clinical education, playing a pivotal role in shaping and preparing future clinicians. Primary responsibilities include providing clinical supervision, mentorship to students, and classroom teaching. Five years of relevant clinical experience and eligibility for Indiana Speech-Language Pathology licensure are required; supervision experience is preferred.
To be assured full consideration, complete applications should be received by January 17, 2026. Review of applications will begin after that date, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit their curriculum vitae, a letter of interest indicating relevant experience and qualifications, and a list of the names of three references. Materials should be submitted through this link: (https://careers.purdue.edu/job-invite/39738/). Questions regarding this position may be directed to the chair of the search committee, Clinical Professor Dawn Wetzel (dewetzel@purdue.edu)
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Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access university.