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The Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders at the University of North Dakota is seeking an Assistant Professor in Speech Language Pathology. This is a 9-month tenure-track position, contingent on available funding.
The successful candidate will receive a contract with an approximate distribution of 40% teaching, 50% research, and 10% service effort in the first year. A continued 2/2 teaching load will be considered with external grant support. UND and the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders value diverse perspectives and seek applicants to help students succeed. The successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding promise for establishing a sustainable research program that will attract external funds and be aligned with the UND LEADS Strategic Plan.
The Department is housed in the College of Arts & Sciences and offers a B.A. in Communication Sciences & Disorders and an M.S. in Speech Language Pathology (SLP). The department currently has seven full-time and four part-time faculty members, and a state-of-the-art clinic facility. There are typically 100 undergraduate students, and 40 graduate students enrolled.
The Department is a part of an integrated on-campus clinic, The Northern Prairie Community Clinic (NPCC). The clinic serves as a training placement for graduate students in psychology, counseling, and speech-language pathology. Students are supervised by licensed professionals. NPCC aims to serve the Grand Forks community and state of North Dakota.
Established in 1883, the University of North Dakota is the oldest research university in North Dakota. Founded with a strong liberal arts foundation, it is the state’s flagship university and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as having high research activity. UND offers degrees in more than 225 fields of study and enrolls nearly 16,000 students. It is the home of the state’s only School of Law and School of Medicine. The School of Medicine and Health Sciences has major initiatives in rural and public health, and Aerospace is home to one of the first and largest unmanned aerial vehicle programs in the world.
UND is located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, a vibrant college town of over 59,000 people located on the border of North Dakota and Minnesota. Short commutes, a great public-school system, high-quality medical facilities, low crime, ample parks and theaters, and a cost of living below that found in large American cities are some of Grand Forks’ advantages. Ranked as one of the top 5 Best Small College Towns, and America’s Best Hockey Town, Grand Forks offers stellar quality of life without the metropolitan hassles.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in CSD, options may include:
- Voice Disorders
- Right Hemisphere Damage
- Stuttering
- Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing Mechanism
- Aural Rehabilitation
- Normal Language Structure
Advise and mentor graduate students, direct graduate theses and independent study projects.
Establish a solid and productive research program, including seeking extramural funding to support individual and collaborative projects. Serve as a catalyst for attracting and supporting graduate students in SLP.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to teach, inspire, and mentor students
- Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and students
- Competence in using technology and ability to adopt new tools for both on-campus and online (if needed) course delivery
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Terminal degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology, Speech/Hearing Science or related field by August 15, 2027
Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position supports visa sponsorship for continued employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Eligibility for ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence
- Teaching experience (including clinical instruction) at the undergraduate and/or graduate level
- Demonstrated research potential
- Record of involvement with grant writing or management
- Experience working on a multi-disciplinary team
TO APPLY
To assure full consideration, applications must be received by 11/20/2026 and include the following materials:
- Letter of interest
- Curriculum Vitae
- Contact information for 3 references or letters of reference
- Unofficial transcripts. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts upon hire.
Position is open until filled.
Questions can be directed to the Department Chair, Sarah Robinson, at sarah.robinson@und.edu
The University of North Dakota is supportive of dual-career assistance both within the University and the local community. Please contact UND’s Recruiting Manager, Hannah Whalen (Hannah.Whalen@UND.edu), to explore dual-career opportunities.
Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.
POSITION BENEFITS
Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, sick leave in addition to paid holidays.
Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.
UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.
Find out more about UND's great benefits and perks!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and Civil Rights & Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.
Need help?
Please email the Human Resources Department at UND.humanresources@UND.edu or contact us by phone at 701-777-4226. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation to participate in any portion of the University's employment process, including completion of the online application process, please contact our office in advance of your participation or visit.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.
CONFIDENTIALITY OF APPLICATION MATERIALS
Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.
EEO STATEMENT
The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer (veteran/disability). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin (including shared ancestry/ethnicity), religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, genetic information, marital or parental status, veteran's status, or other protected characteristic. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
CLERY STATEMENT
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders at the University of North Dakota is seeking an Assistant Professor in Speech Language Pathology. This is a 9-month tenure-track position, contingent on available funding.
The successful candidate will receive a contract with an approximate distribution of 40% teaching, 50% research, and 10% service effort in the first year. A continued 2/2 teaching load will be considered with external grant support. UND and the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders value diverse perspectives and seek applicants to help students succeed. The successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding promise for establishing a sustainable research program that will attract external funds and be aligned with the UND LEADS Strategic Plan.
The Department is housed in the College of Arts & Sciences and offers a B.A. in Communication Sciences & Disorders and an M.S. in Speech Language Pathology (SLP). The department currently has seven full-time and four part-time faculty members, and a state-of-the-art clinic facility. There are typically 100 undergraduate students, and 40 graduate students enrolled.
The Department is a part of an integrated on-campus clinic, The Northern Prairie Community Clinic (NPCC). The clinic serves as a training placement for graduate students in psychology, counseling, and speech-language pathology. Students are supervised by licensed professionals. NPCC aims to serve the Grand Forks community and state of North Dakota.
Established in 1883, the University of North Dakota is the oldest research university in North Dakota. Founded with a strong liberal arts foundation, it is the state’s flagship university and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as having high research activity. UND offers degrees in more than 225 fields of study and enrolls nearly 16,000 students. It is the home of the state’s only School of Law and School of Medicine. The School of Medicine and Health Sciences has major initiatives in rural and public health, and Aerospace is home to one of the first and largest unmanned aerial vehicle programs in the world.
UND is located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, a vibrant college town of over 59,000 people located on the border of North Dakota and Minnesota. Short commutes, a great public-school system, high-quality medical facilities, low crime, ample parks and theaters, and a cost of living below that found in large American cities are some of Grand Forks’ advantages. Ranked as one of the top 5 Best Small College Towns, and America’s Best Hockey Town, Grand Forks offers stellar quality of life without the metropolitan hassles.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in CSD, options may include:
- Voice Disorders
- Right Hemisphere Damage
- Stuttering
- Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing Mechanism
- Aural Rehabilitation
- Normal Language Structure
Advise and mentor graduate students, direct graduate theses and independent study projects.
Establish a solid and productive research program, including seeking extramural funding to support individual and collaborative projects. Serve as a catalyst for attracting and supporting graduate students in SLP.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to teach, inspire, and mentor students
- Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and students
- Competence in using technology and ability to adopt new tools for both on-campus and online (if needed) course delivery
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Terminal degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology, Speech/Hearing Science or related field by August 15, 2027
Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position supports visa sponsorship for continued employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Eligibility for ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence
- Teaching experience (including clinical instruction) at the undergraduate and/or graduate level
- Demonstrated research potential
- Record of involvement with grant writing or management
- Experience working on a multi-disciplinary team
TO APPLY
To assure full consideration, applications must be received by 11/20/2026 and include the following materials:
- Letter of interest
- Curriculum Vitae
- Contact information for 3 references or letters of reference
- Unofficial transcripts. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts upon hire.
Position is open until filled.
Questions can be directed to the Department Chair, Sarah Robinson, at sarah.robinson@und.edu
The University of North Dakota is supportive of dual-career assistance both within the University and the local community. Please contact UND’s Recruiting Manager, Hannah Whalen (Hannah.Whalen@UND.edu), to explore dual-career opportunities.
Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.
POSITION BENEFITS
Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, sick leave in addition to paid holidays.
Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.
UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.
Find out more about UND's great benefits and perks!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and Civil Rights & Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.
Need help?
Please email the Human Resources Department at UND.humanresources@UND.edu or contact us by phone at 701-777-4226. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation to participate in any portion of the University's employment process, including completion of the online application process, please contact our office in advance of your participation or visit.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.
CONFIDENTIALITY OF APPLICATION MATERIALS
Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.
EEO STATEMENT
The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer (veteran/disability). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin (including shared ancestry/ethnicity), religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, genetic information, marital or parental status, veteran's status, or other protected characteristic. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
CLERY STATEMENT
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Pathology Technician
Confirm your role qualifies for STEM OPT
Pathology Technician positions typically fall under CIP codes in biological or biomedical sciences. Verify your degree's CIP code matches an approved STEM field before applying, since STEM OPT extension eligibility depends entirely on this alignment.
Target employers with E-Verify enrollment
STEM OPT extensions require your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Prioritize hospital systems, academic medical centers, and large diagnostic labs, as these institutions are far more likely to meet this mandatory requirement than smaller independent clinics.
Apply well before your OPT end date
STEM OPT extension applications must be submitted at least 90 days before your current EAD expires. Start identifying Pathology Technician roles at least four to five months out to leave time for interviews, offers, and DSO processing.
Highlight certifications like ASCP on your resume
American Society for Clinical Pathology certification signals lab competency to hiring managers. Even candidate-level credentials strengthen your application and help differentiate you in a competitive pool of pathology candidates, many of whom lack formal certification.
Be transparent about your work authorization timeline
Tell employers upfront that you have OPT authorization and explain the STEM extension pathway. Most hospital and lab HR teams are familiar with the process, and early clarity prevents misunderstandings that can delay or derail offers late in hiring.
Seek roles with formal training or rotation programs
Hospital lab systems and university medical centers often run structured pathology training programs that count as qualifying work experience for OPT. These positions also build the documentation trail needed if you later pursue H-1B visa sponsorship through the same employer.
Pathology Technician OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Pathology Technician jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many do, but it depends on your underlying degree. If your bachelor's or master's degree is in a STEM-designated field such as biological sciences, biomedical technology, or clinical laboratory science, and the job involves applying that training directly, the role will generally qualify. Your DSO must confirm the CIP code match before you apply for the extension.
Are most pathology labs familiar with hiring OPT students?
Hospital-affiliated labs and academic medical centers hire OPT students with reasonable frequency, particularly for positions requiring specialized science degrees. Smaller independent pathology practices may be less experienced with OPT paperwork, so it's worth prioritizing employers with established international hiring processes. Migrate Mate lists Pathology Technician roles specifically filtered for OPT-compatible employers, which simplifies your search.
What happens to my OPT status if my pathology lab job ends unexpectedly?
You have a 90-day unemployment buffer during standard OPT and an additional 60 days if you're on a STEM OPT extension. If your lab position ends, report the change to your DSO immediately and begin searching for a new qualifying role. Staying within these limits is critical because exceeding the unemployment allowance violates your F-1 status.
Can I work as a Pathology Technician at more than one lab on OPT?
Yes, concurrent employment is permitted on OPT as long as each position is directly related to your major field of study and you're working at least 20 hours per week in total. You must report all employers to your DSO. For STEM OPT specifically, your primary employer must be E-Verify enrolled, and you must have a formal training plan on file.
What should I look for in a Pathology Technician job posting to assess OPT compatibility?
Look for explicit mention of E-Verify enrollment, willingness to sponsor work authorization, or experience hiring international candidates. Avoid postings that state "U.S. citizens only" or "no visa sponsorship." Job titles aligned with your degree field, such as histotechnology, cytology, or clinical lab science, strengthen your STEM OPT eligibility argument if a question ever arises.