"Professor of Practice, Open Rank, NTT, Speech, Language & Learning Program"

Job Details

Merrimack College is a selective, private college in a beautiful, residential setting — just minutes from Boston, Massachusetts. The School of Education and Social Policy at Merrimack College seeks a dynamic individual who will work collaboratively with colleagues and serve in a professional role in the Speech, Language & Learning Programs. This position is offered as a Professor of Practice (term position) as an open rank, for a full-time, 9-month contract to begin in Spring 2026.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate academic courses and provide developmental and administrative support for the Merrimack College Speech, Language & Learning Programs:

• Speech, Language & Learning Graduate Program
  Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (currently a CAA candidate for accreditation)
• Communication Abilities across the Lifespan (CAL)
  Undergraduate minor in the Department of Applied Human Development and Community Studies
• Professional Studies Concentration in Speech, Language & Learning
  Bachelor’s Degree Completion program

The Duties and Responsibilities of this position may include but are not limited to the following:

• Manage course scheduling and faculty assignments for undergraduate SLL courses.
• Provide undergraduate student career and academic advising.
• Coordinate the academic instructor evaluation process in the undergraduate programs.
• Collaborate with Merrimack College Offices (Admissions, Registrar, Student Support, etc.).
• Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in general and expertise-specific areas as negotiated with the Dean of the School of Education and Social Policy.
• Collaborate with faculty and administration to determine the goals and strategic plan for the undergraduate SLL courses.
• Ensure that the SLL programs meet existing and long-term student needs.
• Maintain communication with external constituent/community groups integral to the enhancement of the academic and clinical undergraduate student experience.
• Provide examples of engagement and involvement in the field of communication sciences and disorders through academic, professional, research and public service.
• Identify and support the use of research knowledge and experiential learning activities across academic and clinical opportunities in the undergraduate SLL experience.

Qualifications

• A research doctoral degree (PhD or EdD) in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology.
• Academic and clinical expertise in neurology, dysphagia, AAC, audiology, aphasia, voice, speech and hearing science and/or velopharyngeal function.
• Ability to provide clinical supervision according to ASHA guidelines.
• Teaching and administrative experience in Higher Education.
• A record of clinical and academic service commensurate with career stage.
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) credential as well as eligibility for Massachusetts state licensure.
• Authorization to work in the US.

Application Materials Should Include:

• Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission, and our values.
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Contact information for three professional references

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Work Location

This is an on-campus position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on-campus, residential college experience for our students and the community.

Compensation:

The expected 9-month base salary range (paid over 12 months) for the Assistant Instructional Professor position is $78,000-$90,000; for the Associate instructional Professor is $90,000-$110,000. The actual pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, candidate qualifications and prior experience, scope of responsibilities, internal equity, and market considerations.

Statement on Our Mission

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue.

Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission. All candidates should describe in their application how they will foster a culture that supports our mission.