Job Details
Working Title: Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice-Speech Language Pathology
Department: Special Ed & Communic Disorders-1049
Requisition Number: F_260134
Posting Open Date: 10/28/2026
Application Review Date: 11/30/2026 (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)
Open Until Filled: Yes
Description of Work
The Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders at the University of Nebraska Lincoln (UNL) is accepting applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice in speech language pathology. This is a 12-month non-tenure track position for up to three years, renewable thereafter, with the potential for promotion to the rank of Associate Professor of Practice and Professor of Practice.
The Professor of Practice (PoP) plays a unique role at UNL. The PoP’s primary function is teaching in their area of expertise both in the didactic classroom environment as well as in the clinical setting. In addition, the PoP is someone who develops their area of interest and expertise in professional or scholarly activity. This activity could be research, but may also be developing a clinical population or outreach endeavor that contributes and aligns with the department’s mission: empowering individuals with disabilities, their families, and their communities to thrive.
The UNL Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders is an interdisciplinary, collaborative environment comprised of speech language pathology, audiology, and special education. We are looking for dedicated, innovative leaders to join our team in delivering high-quality instruction, advancing research and evidence-based practice, and shaping the future of speech-language pathology, audiology, and special education.
Responsibilities
- In-person clinical and academic teaching of undergraduate and master’s students.
- Supervising graduate students in clinical settings.
- Managing electronic medical records.
- Implementing and teaching documentation skills, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA, FERPA, and other relevant state and federal regulations.
- Provide professional outreach and service in the department, college, university, and broader community.
- Collaborative research opportunities are also possible and participating in departmental and university service.
More About Us
The Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders (https://cehs.unl.edu/secd) houses graduate programs in Audiology, Speech Language Pathology, and Special Education. SECD’s Audiology program is ranked among the top 20 audiology programs in the U.S. Faculty conduct cutting-edge research in global hearing health, communication access, hearing aids, cochlear implants, and neuroimaging. Our research thrives through interprofessional and interdepartmental collaboration, bringing together expertise from speech-language pathology, special education, engineering, athletics, psychology, and beyond.
The College of Education and Human Sciences strives to be a vibrant, welcoming, and caring community driven by our mission to enhance the lives of individuals, families, schools, and communities, and strengthening the relationships among them.
At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace, it’s a place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.
Lincoln, Nebraska, is a vibrant and welcoming city of over 300,000 people that blends the cultural richness of a Big Ten university community with the affordability and ease of Midwestern living.
Minimum Required Qualifications
- An earned doctorate or clinical doctoral degree (Ph.D., Ed.D. or SLP.D.) in Communication Sciences and Disorders or a related field.
- The ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology prior to start date.
- Eligibility for Nebraska State licensure in speech-language pathology.
- Evidence of effective teaching or training at the undergraduate or graduate level.
- Expertise in one or more of the following interest areas: neurogenic communication disorders, fluency, augmentative and alternative communication, speech sound disorder, multicultural service delivery, learning and special populations.
- Skills or experience in mentoring/supervising graduate students.
- At least five (5) years of clinical experience with a variety of speech-language disorders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Evidence of ability to develop programming, create learning content, or related skills.
- Strong written and oral presentation skills; strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently.
- Evidence of adherence to evidence-based practices.
- Ability to work effectively with colleagues, staff, and students.
Work Location (City, State)
Lincoln, NE
How to Apply
Click “Apply for this Job,” complete the faculty information form, and attach the following documents:
- Letter of application with a brief narrative addressing the qualifications for the position.
- A statement of up to one page that describes your anticipated contributions to creating environments in which every person and every interaction matters. Attach as “Other Document.”
- Curriculum vita or resume.
- Contact information for three (3) professional references.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Dr. Judy Harvey
Search Committee Chair
Email: [contact details available in the full listing]
Job Category (old): Faculty Non-Tenure Leading
Job Type: Full-Time
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?: No
Planned Hire Date: August 2027
Organizational Location: Default Location
