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The Department of Human Services in School of Education and Human Development at the University of Virginia seeks applicants for a tenure-eligible faculty position at the rank of Associate or Full Professor in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD). The CSD program was established over 80 years ago as the first of its kind in the mid-Atlantic region and has maintained accreditation by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) for over 50 years. This vibrant program is dedicated to high quality training that prepares students for practice and research in a pluralistic society. The successful candidate will maintain a productive line of independent scholarly research in any area of the field of communication sciences and disorders, contribute to teaching in the B.S.Ed., M.Ed. and Ph.D. degree programs, and engage in professional service locally, nationally, and potentially internationally. Candidates with expertise in any area of speech language pathology are welcome to apply. Candidates with expertise in adult neurogenic communication disorders, speech and hearing science, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), or habilitative audiology are particularly encouraged to apply. This is a 9-month, salaried, tenure-eligible position with potential opportunities for future CSD program leadership and development.

The School of Education and Human Development at the University of Virginia offers a rich intellectual and collaborative environment for research, including opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration with faculty from across health- and education-related disciplines.

Housed within the Department of Human Services, the Communication Sciences and Disorder (CSD) program includes academic programs at the Bachelor’s (https://education.virginia.edu/academics/programs/speech-communication-disorders-bsed-bachelor-science-education) , Master’s (https://education.virginia.edu/academics/programs/communication-sciences-and-disorders-med-master-education) , and Doctoral (https://education.virginia.edu/academics/programs/speech-communication-disorders-phd-doctor-philosophy-education) level. The Sheila C. Johnson Center for Clinical Services (SJC) (https://education.virginia.edu/research-initiatives/sheila-c-johnson-center-clinical-services) offers an ideal environment for on-site clinical training and services. The SJC provides multidisciplinary clinical services for individuals of all ages, including speech and language pathology and audiology services. The SJC, located in the same building as CSD faculty offices, is committed to working collaboratively with faculty to facilitate access to SJC clinical populations for research purposes.

Charlottesville and central Virginia offer a distinctive community for both personal and professional activities. Charlottesville is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and is consistently listed among the top cities in national rankings of the most desirable places to live. It offers a thriving community, highlighted by regular literary, film, musical, theatrical, and historical festivals.

For more information about UVA and the surrounding area, please visit https://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville .

Required Qualifications and Experience

+ REQUIRED: PhD in Communication Sciences & Disorders or closely related discipline

+ REQUIRED: Established line of independent research in any area of communication sciences and disorders

+ REQUIRED: Track record of successful teaching in a university setting

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

+ Preferred: Candidates with expertise in any of the following areas: adult neurogenic communication disorders, speech and hearing science, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), or habilitative audiology.

+ Preferred: Experience or interest in providing/contributing to CSD program leadership

+ Preferred: Experience engaging undergraduate and graduate students in research activities

+ Preferred: Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) issued by the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA)

Applicants must submit the following materials:

+ Cover letter

+ Curriculum vitae

+ Statement of research interests

+ Statement of teaching philosophy

+ Contact information for three professional references (References will not be contacted until after in-person interviews are conducted.)

The University of Virginia’s Mission Statement (https://www.virginia.edu/mission/) affirms its enduring commitment to a vibrant and unique residential learning environment marked by the free and collegial exchange of ideas; unwavering support of a collaborative, diverse community bound together by distinctive foundational values of honor, integrity, trust, and respect; and universal dedication to excellence and affordable access.

**As part of your application, please describe your potential contributions to any aspect of this mission. Please focus upon your work skills and experience.** In doing so, you may choose to refer to your personal perspective, but the focus of our consideration is on your potential contributions through skills and experience, rather than personal opinions or beliefs.

Review of applications will begin on or about November 14, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. The selected applicant will be required to complete a background check prior to their first day of employment.

For questions about the position please contact the search committee chairperson, Randall R. Robey, Ph.D., CCC-SLP at [email protected] . For questions about the application process please contact Raj Seneviratne, Director of Faculty Affairs, at [email protected] .

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here (https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity) to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

The University of Virginia offers confidential Dual Career Services to partners of incoming faculty candidates. To learn more, please visit** **dualcareer.virginia.edu