The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Syracuse University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Audiology, beginning with the 2026–2027 academic year.

We welcome applicants who can develop a strong, independent program of research in any area of audiology or hearing science. Candidates should be prepared to teach in more than one of the following areas: auditory anatomy and physiology, clinical diagnostic audiology, pediatric audiology (auditory development, disorders, assessment, and habilitation/rehabilitation), and adult auditory rehabilitation (hearing aids, cochlear implants, assisted listening devices, cognition, tinnitus).

The position is at the assistant professor level, but individuals with some years of experience at this rank are encouraged to apply.

Position

This is a full-time, 8.5-month tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor level in a vibrant, research-oriented academic program offering BS, MS, AuD, AuD/PhD, and PhD degrees.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Establish and sustain a nationally recognized program of research
• Pursue external funding to support scholarly activities
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in audiology and related areas
• Mentor student research projects and advise students academically
• Contribute to departmental, college, and university service

Compensation is nationally competitive, and the position carries full eligibility for tenure and promotion.

Qualifications

• PhD in Audiology or a related discipline (required)
• CCC-A and/or clinically relevant experience (desirable, not required)
• Evidence of research productivity and the potential to build a nationally recognized program
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in audiology and related areas

Candidates with prior university teaching experience and an emerging record of scholarship consistent with the assistant professor level are especially encouraged to apply.

 Application Instructions

Applicants must complete an online application and submit materials through Syracuse University’s faculty employment site job posting #078510. Required materials include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of interest
• Teaching/mentoring statement
• Research statement
• Optional but strongly encouraged if applicable: up to three reprints of recently published articles and summary teaching evaluations
• Names and contact information for three references (letters will be requested from finalists)

Applications should be received by November 1, 2025 for full consideration.

About the Department

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders offers CAA-accredited clinical programs in Speech-Language Pathology (MS) and Audiology (AuD). We also offer PhD programs in both fields, a bachelor’s degree (BS) in CSD, a combined BS/MS in Speech-Language Pathology, and a dual AuD/PhD.

The department maintains an on-campus Gebbie Speech, Language, and Hearing clinic that serves a diverse range of clients from the Greater Syracuse community and provides a rich environment for clinical training and research. CSD faculty are highly collaborative, with strong connections across the university — including the Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program, Aging Studies Institute, and the Center for Health and Behavior Research & Innovation — as well as across the community through partnerships with SUNY Upstate Medical University, Crouse Hospital, and the Syracuse Veterans Administration Medical Center. Faculty also engage with schools, health systems, and community organizations, ensuring that our research and clinical activities are deeply connected to the needs of our region.

About Syracuse University

Syracuse University is a private, international R1 research university with nearly 150 years of history, distinctive academics, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, the university combines a quintessential campus experience with a global footprint.

Syracuse and Central New York offer an outstanding quality of life. The region is home to the scenic Finger Lakes wine country and is within easy reach of the Adirondack Mountains, offering year-round opportunities for hiking, skiing, and outdoor recreation. Syracuse is also within driving distance of major metropolitan areas including New York City, Boston, Philadelphia, Toronto, and Montreal, making it an ideal hub for both professional and personal travel.

The university offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, along with wide-ranging educational, cultural, and recreational opportunities. Syracuse fosters a diverse, supportive, and professionally rewarding workplace in a vibrant urban setting surrounded by natural beauty.