Job Summary
The Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences (SLHS), University of Colorado, Boulder, invites applications for an assistant professor tenure-track faculty position in acquired speech, voice, and language disorders. Candidates in all areas of dementia, traumatic brain injury (TBI), aphasia, neurogenic speech and voice, and geriatric communication disorders are encouraged to apply.
Minimum qualifications are: doctoral degree in Speech, Language and Hearing sciences or related fields. Applicants who are ABD at the time of application will be considered. Completion of the Ph.D. will be required for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor.
As a faculty member in SLHS, the successful candidate will be expected to have a strong record of independent research leading to publications in high quality journals and potential for securing extramural research funding. SLHS faculty are expected to teach and mentor students in the department’s clinical AUD/Master’s SLP/ undergraduate and PhD programs, and participate in service.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
The SLHS department includes highly ranked, CAA accredited clinical graduate programs in SLP and Audiology and offers B.A., M.A., AuD, and Ph.D. degrees. The successful candidate will benefit from SLHS’s thriving and dynamic ties with other offerings on the Boulder campus such as the Institute of Cognitive Science, the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, the Intermountain Neuroimaging Consortium, the Institute of Behavioral Genetics, the Department of Linguistics, and offerings on the Anschutz campus of the University of Colorado at Anschutz Medical Center.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
The successful candidate will be expected to have an active and independent research program resulting in publication in high quality journals and evidence of success in extra-mural research funding. Candidates are expected to maintain their vigorous research program and have enthusiasm for undergraduate and graduate teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to teach and mentor students in the department’s clinical AUD/ Master’s SLP program, undergraduate and Ph.D. programs and participate in service.
What You Should Know
This is an in-person faculty position with in-person teaching, research and service required.
What We Can Offer
Salary is highly competitive and will commensurate with experience. Starting salary range is $90,000-92,000.
Startup, moving, and recruitment incentive funds may be available to the successful candidate, subject to department guidelines.
Benefits
At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's Best Large Employers, ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
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What We Require
Minimum qualifications are: Ph.D. in Audiology, Speech, Language and Hearing Science or related fields.
What You Will Need
The successful candidate will be expected to have an active and independent research program resulting in publication in high quality journals and potential for success in extra-mural research funding. Candidates are expected to maintain their vigorous research program and have enthusiasm for undergraduate and graduate teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to teach and mentor students in the department’s clinical AUD/ Master’s SLP program, undergraduate and Ph.D. programs and participate in service.
What We Would Like You to Have
Minimum qualifications are: Ph.D. in Speech, Language and Hearing Science or related fields.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Statement of Research Philosophy
- Statement Describing Research Related Goals
- (optional) Teaching Course Evaluations
During the application process you will be asked to provide contact information for 3 references who will be asked to provide letters of recommendation as the search progresses.
For full consideration, please apply by November 30, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu
