Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences

Syracuse University

Location: Syracuse, NY

Salary Range: $85,000 – $110,000 (8.5-month appointment)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Appointment Type: Full-time, Tenure-track

Rank: Assistant Professor

Start Date: Fall 2026 (anticipated)

Position Description

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Syracuse University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Audiology. We seek candidates with a strong potential to establish an independent, nationally recognized program of research in any area of audiology or hearing science.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

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

Teaching responsibilities may include one or more of the following areas:
auditory anatomy and physiology, clinical diagnostic audiology, pediatric audiology (development, disorders, assessment, and rehabilitation), or adult auditory rehabilitation (hearing aids, cochlear implants, assistive listening devices, cognition, tinnitus).

Qualifications

Required:

• Ph.D. in Audiology or a closely related discipline.

Preferred:

• CCC-A certification and/or clinically relevant experience.
• Evidence of research productivity and potential to build a nationally recognized program.
• Demonstrated ability to teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Prior university teaching experience and an emerging record of scholarship consistent with the Assistant Professor rank are especially encouraged.

Compensation

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position carries full eligibility for tenure and promotion.

Application Instructions

Applicants must apply online through Syracuse University’s faculty employment portal: https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/110986

Required materials:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Teaching and Mentoring Statement
• Research Statement
• List of three references (letters requested from finalists)

Optional (strongly encouraged):

• Up to three recent publications
• Summary teaching evaluations

Review of applications will begin October 2025 and continue until the position is filled.

About Syracuse University

Founded in 1870, Syracuse University is a private, international research university offering more than 200 majors and 100 minors through 13 schools and colleges. The university enrolls nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students from all 50 U.S. states and over 120 countries. For more information, visit www.syracuse.edu.

About Syracuse, NY

Syracuse is a mid-sized city in Central New York with a metro population of approximately 500,000. The region offers a low cost of living and rich social, cultural, and recreational opportunities, including year-round outdoor activities, festivals, and access to the Finger Lakes and Adirondacks.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, respectful, and inclusive community. The University prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law.

The University also maintains a strong commitment to hiring and supporting veterans and military-connected individuals, and to cultivating a welcoming, respectful academic community for all.