Assistant Professor of Communication Disorders and Sciences

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• Department of Communication Disorders & Sciences** **Assistant Professor** **Position Announcement** The Department of Communication Disorders and Sciences at Eastern Illinois University is accepting applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The desired start date is August 16, 2026. The department seeks candidates who are committed to student learning, and the academic and clinical instruction of undergraduate and masters students in Speech Language Pathology. Duties include teaching courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels, clinical instruction, research, and service. Mentoring student research is expected ##
  
  

## Required Qualifications: Doctorate in Communication Sciences and Disorders or a related field. **Compensation:** Salary Range is \$74,700 to \$78,300 commensurate with qualifications and experience. **Start Date:** August 16, 2026 **Application Instructions**: Review of completed applications will begin January 10, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. A complete application includes a) letter of application addressing strengths and experience relative to the qualifications and responsibilities of the position; b) current CV; c) unofficial transcripts; and d) names and contact information of three professional references who can comment on relevant clinical and/or academic teaching experience. Application materials should be submitted to . Questions can be addressed to Dr. Angela Anthony, Chair of CDS Faculty Search Committee, or Dr. Rebecca Throneburg, Chair of the CDS Department [(rmthroneburg@eiu.edu)](mailto:(rmthroneburg@eiu.edu). **Benefits Overview:** Eastern Illinois University offers an excellent benefit package designed to support our employees well-being and career goals. This position is eligible for the following benefits: **Comprehensive Medical Coverage:** Competitive employee insurance premiums with flexible plan options. **Vision Insurance:** Vision coverage is included with medical at no cost. **Dental Insurance:** Dental plans are available to meet your needs. **Retirement Benefits:** Participation in the State University Retirement System, which includes medical insurance benefits upon retirement. **Tuition Waivers:** Opportunities to pursue educational goals through tuition waivers for employees and dependent children. **Generous Paid Time Off:** Up to 12 paid holidays annually, plus earned vacation and sick time. For more information on our employee benefit programs, please visit [EIU Employee](https://www.eiu.edu/humanres/benefits/newemployees.php) [Benefits](https://www.eiu.edu/humanres/benefits/newemployees.php) webpage. **Department:** Current students and alumni describe the department as feeling like family. Faculty and staff share a common goal of providing students with quality educational experiences and preparation for successful careers. The collaborative and congenial teaching-focused environment leads to outstanding student outcomes. Student Praxis scores are consistently and significantly above state and national averages. Program alumni rate the quality of their professional preparation for internships and employment as very high. There are 13 academic and clinical faculty in the department involved in classroom teaching and clinical instruction. The department has a rich history of significant and high-level service to ASHA and to the profession. The department has a collaboration with a university and clinic in the Caribbean. The undergraduate program supports an active undergraduate honors program. The unique STEP program at EIU offers program students ich experiential learning opportunities to work with college-going students with autism. The co-located speech language pathology clinic, classrooms, faculty offices, and graduate assistant offices are conducive to ongoing collaborations and a real sense of community. Research and clinical collaboration possible with local Sarah Bush Lincoln Hospital as well as with Carle Foundat