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Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders (Professional Track)

Elmhurst University

United States, Illinois, Elmhurst

190 South Prospect Avenue (Show on map)

Oct 16, 2025

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	F00247P
Position Status	Exempt
Reporting Relationship(s)	Department Chair
Supervisory Relationships
Salary Range	$70,000-$78,000. This is the expected salary range for this position. The actual salary offered will depend on a candidate's experience and education, and departmental budget.
Job Summary	The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders ( CSD) at Elmhurst University seeks a full-time faculty member to teach graduate and undergraduate courses (e.g., Language Disorders, Anatomy and Physiology, Neurological Basis of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Speech Science), though all specialties will be considered. In addition to teaching, responsibilities include academic advising and providing service to the department, university, and broader community.
Essential Functions	Remain a certified ASHA member in good standing. Maintain Illinois State licensure. Complete CEU requirements as required for ASHA certification and IL licensure. Write letters of recommendation for students applying for graduate school, as requested by students. Attend department meetings and retreats and/or review minutes. Assume additional responsibilities, as determined by the needs of the department, as negotiated with the department chair (e.g., attending open houses, admissions committee)
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications	Clinical doctorate degree in Speech-Language Pathology required. Ph.D. Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or other closely related field preferred. Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Illinois state licensure At least two years of full-time clinical experience Ability to work well with students Ability to work well as a team member with department members Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills Excellent professional writing skills Excellent organizational skills Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously High degree of flexibility
Preferred Qualifications
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements	The essential functions of this position are primarily performed in an indoor setting with limited exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Work is often sedentary in nature and requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods. Required abilities include speaking and hearing for in-person and virtual communication, using close and distance vision when reading documents or viewing screens, and performing tasks with repetitive fine motor skills. Work may require occasional lifting, bending, carrying, or otherwise moving objects weighing up to 15 pounds. Qualified applicants who can perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations will be considered.
Work Hours
Posting Date	10/16/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	Special Instructions to Applicants Complete the faculty application, attach a cover letter describing your experience, how you meet the candidate qualifications, and interests in scholarly activity and service, attach a curriculum vitae and teaching evaluation if applicable and on "Other document" include names and contact information for three references. A complete set of official transcripts will be required prior to appointment. Additional information about Elmhurst University may be accessed on our website: http://www.elmhurst.edu/hr/. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Preferred starting date is August 2026. Questions can be directed to search committee chair Ruiying Ding at ruiying.ding@elmhurst.edu. The undergraduate program in Communication Sciences and Disorders was founded in 1946. The Master of Science (M.S.) program in speech-language pathology through the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Elmhurst University is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. The program is accredited through June 30, 2030. The CSD department consists of stellar professionals who collaborate on graduate and undergraduate degree programs with excellent student outcomes. The program is known for its exceptional clinical training, excellence in teaching, faculty-student research and Multicultural/Multilingual Emphasis in the graduate program. In 2020, our Speech-Language Pathology graduate program ranked among the best in Illinois (7th) and the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report's prestigious Best Graduate Schools list. The department is located in a newer building and houses the Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic, Voice and Swallowing Center, and access to the 4,600-square-foot, state-of-the-art Elmhurst University Simulation Center located at nearby Elmhurst Memorial Hospital. The CSD department is part of the newly structured School of Health Sciences including Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Kinesiology and Public Health. A new 22 million dollar building to house these programs and foster interprofessional collaboration is has broken ground in October 2023. An overview of Elmhurst University benefits is available here . Elmhurst University is a leading four-year institution of higher education that seamlessly blends a liberal arts education and professional preparation to help students acquire knowledge and skills for enduring success. Founded in 1871, Elmhurst now offers more than 70 undergraduate programs of study, more than 20 graduate and certificate programs in flexible formats, and the Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy for young adults with differing abilities. Elmhurst University ranks among the top 10 best regional colleges and universities in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report. Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a critical component of the University's mission, vision and core values. Our commitment stems from the belief that an institution of higher learning is enriched by the presence of diversity. Elmhurst University is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.