The School of Health Sciences, within the College of Health and Human Sciences, is currently seeking a 9-month Teaching Assistant Professor (non-tenure track), Assistant/Associate Professor (tenure track), or Professor with tenure to join their Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) program. Candidates with expertise and experience across the lifespan with a focus on one or more of the following areas are preferred, although all areas of specialization will be considered: dysphagia, adult neurological disorders, and neuroanatomy.
Responsibilities for either tenured, tenure track, or non-tenure track include, but are not limited to:
This 9-month position at the rank of teaching assistant professor or assistant/associate/full professor has a preferred starting date of August 2026, with a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) program provides graduate students with a rigorous, comprehensive education designed to prepare graduates for diverse roles in a variety of professional environments. The program has been an established presence at Kansas State University for more than 50 years and has been consistently rated in the top 25% of all CSD programs nationally based on US News and World Report rankings. The K-State Speech and Hearing Center is located on campus and provides high-quality, comprehensive services to individuals with a range of communication or swallowing impairments while providing graduate students with professional training in speech-language pathology and audiology.
The College of Health and Human Sciences inspires and prepares passionate and caring individuals for a meaningful life and career that promotes human well-being in the areas of consumer sciences, health sciences, and human sciences. Home to 16 undergraduate and 22 graduate programs, we provide students with the education and skills necessary to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities.
Kansas State University is a distinguished public, land-grant institution renowned for the excellence of its faculty, students, staff, academic programs, research, and service. The university has an enrollment of more than 22,200 students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. K-State was recognized by the Princeton Review as one of America’s best colleges, and U.S. News & World Report lists the university among the top 75 public universities in the U.S. K-State is centered on a 664-acre campus in Manhattan, located 50 miles west of the state capital of Topeka and 125 miles west of Kansas City in the rolling Flint Hills. Manhattan, nicknamed the “Little Apple,” provides access to a wide range of educational, cultural, medical, and recreational programs and facilities. Manhattan rates among the best classic college towns in the country, ranking #2 in the last two years in Livability’s list of the 10 Best College Towns, and Forbes magazine ranked Manhattan #3 in the nation for best small places for businesses and careers.
This position is on-site.
All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.
Minimum Qualifications:
The degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.
Preferred Qualifications:
Sponsorship eligibility:
This position is eligible for sponsorship.
Please submit the following documents:
Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Kristin Pelczarski, at kpelczar@ksu.edu with the subject line: CSD Faculty Search.
Applications close on: January 20, 2026.
Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
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Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements. An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.
Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.
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