Assistant or Associate Professor - Speech-Language

About The Role

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Closing Date

12/31/2026

Type of Position

Job Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks ( available for benefits eligible positions only )

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department

Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology

Department's Website

https://healthprofessions.uams.edu/audiology-and-speech-pathology/programs/speech-language-pathology/

Summary of Job Duties

The Program

The Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology Program at UAMS prepares future speech-language pathologists through an innovative educational model that integrates rigorous academic instruction with extensive clinical training on a major academic health sciences campus. The program emphasizes evidence-based practice, clinical excellence, interprofessional collaboration, cultural responsiveness, and compassionate, client-centered care. Students develop the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders across the lifespan while meeting national certification and state licensure standards. The program features small cohort sizes, individualized faculty mentorship, clinical experiences across medical, educational, and community settings, and interprofessional learning opportunities alongside students from other health professions. Graduates are prepared to serve individuals with communication and swallowing disorders in a variety of practice settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, private practice, and outpatient clinics.

The Setting

UAMS is Arkansas’ largest basic and applied research institution, providing outstanding clinical services through the main campus as well as eight regional centers. UAMS includes seven institutes of excellence (i.e., Aging, Cancer, Eye, Myeloma, Spine & Neurosciences, Psychiatric Research, and Translational Research), and houses the Brain Imaging Research Center (BIRC) and the Voice and Swallowing Center. UAMS is a certified Advanced Primary Stroke Center and is affiliated with the Central Arkansas Veterans Administration Hospital and Arkansas Children’s Hospital (both also located in Little Rock).

Application Process

Applications with a current curriculum vitae, a letter of application, Statement of Research Philosophy, Statement of Teaching Philosophy and at least three professional references is currently being accepted via the UAMS Jobs Portal. References will only be contacted for semi-finalists. Evaluation of the application will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Selection Committee Chair

Kristen Muller, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Assistant Professor

UAMS College of Health Professions

Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Terminal degree (Ph.D. in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders or Ed.D. PLUS Three (3) or more years of experience in the field of Speech-Language Pathology.
Eligibility for the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP).
Eligibility for Speech-Language Pathology licensure in the State of Arkansas.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated record of scholarly research and academic productivity.

Responsibilities

Teach graduate-level courses within the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program.
Mentor and supervise graduate student research, projects, and academic progress.
Develop and maintain an active scholarly and research agenda.
Assist with clinical education and student clinical supervision as assigned.
Advise and support graduate students throughout their academic program.
Participate in curriculum development, program assessment, and accreditation activities.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and clinical partners to support program goals and student success.
Engage in university, community, and professional service activities.
Contribute to departmental, college, and university committees and initiatives.
Support recruitment, retention, and engagement efforts for students and the Speech-Language Pathology program.
Promote a collaborative, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of the department's mission and strategic goals.

Additional Information

Responsibilities

Teach graduate-level courses within the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program.
Mentor and supervise graduate student research, projects, and academic progress.
Develop and maintain an active scholarly and research agenda.
Assist with clinical education and student clinical supervision as assigned.
Advise and support graduate students throughout their academic program.
Participate in curriculum development, program assessment, and accreditation activities.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and clinical partners to support program goals and student success.
Engage in university, community, and professional service activities.
Contribute to departmental, college, and university committees and initiatives.
Support recruitment, retention, and engagement efforts for students and the Speech-Language Pathology program.
Promote a collaborative, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of the department's mission and strategic goals.

Physical Demands

Constant Physical Activity: Hearng, Standing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:Feeling, Sitting, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity: Driving, Pulling, Pushing

Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Statement of Research Philosophy, Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Contact Information

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.