Clinical Specialist/Assistant Professor

DescriptionAppointment Type: Tenure TrackState Title: Assistant ProfessorBargaining Unit: AFTEmployment Type: 35 hour work week/Full-timeExpected Term: 8/8/26 - 6/9/29Compensation: Range 22/$90,492.43 - $97,196.71About TCNJThe College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School, TCNJ maintains the eighth highest four-year graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges “most likely to pay off financially,” and U.S. News & World Report rates it the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the northeast.Position Overview:The School of Education announces an opportunity to apply for a full-time tenure-track (Assistant Professor rank) or non-tenure-track (depending on the candidate’s qualification) faculty position in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology to begin Fall 2026.Responsibilities:The successful candidate for the tenure-track position will be responsible for effective teaching, research, service, and advising. Specific responsibilities will include:        Primarily teaching courses in Audiology, Communication Disorders, and Speech and Language Development;        secondarily, interest in conducting quality scholarly research that leads to publication in peer-reviewed journals;        contributing service to the college community. Qualifications: Required: Applicants for the tenure track position must have an earned Ph.D. Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology (or Au.D.), or Speech and Hearing Science. ABDs will be considered only if the degree will be completed prior to or shortly after the time of employment. Applicants must have a certificate of clinical competence in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. The successful candidate for the non-tenure track position will be responsible for effective teaching, service, and advising. Specific responsibilities will include:         Teaching courses in Audiology, Communication Disorders, and Speech and Language Development at introductory levels.        Contributing service to the college community. Applicants for the non-tenure track position must have an earned Master’s degree and must have a certificate of clinical competence in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Applicants with teaching experience will be given preference.Candidates should be committed to further enhancing our collegial environment among all students and faculty, demonstrated through culturally responsive course design and pedagogy, equity-minded student engagement and mentorship, and the development of intercultural competencies needed for meaningful citizenship.Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.Employer QualificationsEmployment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu.Employee BenefitsAs a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public university career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including:        Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans        Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program         Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program        Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance        Employee Assistance Program (EAP)        Employee affinity groups          New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.)        Access to extensive learning opportunities        To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees, visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to learn moreHow to Apply Please submit a vita, statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of quality teaching, graduate transcripts, a sample of recent writings, and names of 3 references through the TCNJ Employment website. https://tcnj.taleo.net/careersection/00_ex_faculty/jobdetail.ftl?job=25000519&tz=GMT-04:00&tzname=America/New_York Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. TCNJ values a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes applicants who wish to be part of our academic mission. The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and talents of all members of our community and strive to create an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and integrity.Primary Location: Education Building - Special Ed, Lang, & LiteracyWork Locations: Education Building - Special Ed, Lang, & Literacy (Education Building - Special Ed, Lang, & Literacy)2000 Pennington RdEwing Township, 08628Job: FacultyOrganization: The College of New JerseyJob Posting: Jul 8, 2025, 8:36:19 AM