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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 in Speech Language Pathology
Target employers familiar with OPT authorization
Hospitals, rehab networks, and school districts regularly hire SLPs and often have HR teams familiar with OPT work authorization. These settings are more likely to onboard you without treating authorization as an obstacle.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Speech Language Pathology is not a STEM field, so you have a 12-month OPT window. Being transparent about your end date early helps employers plan for H-1B visa sponsorship or other visa transitions before your authorization expires.
Highlight your CCC eligibility progress
Many employers require or strongly prefer candidates pursuing the Certificate of Clinical Competence. Demonstrating your CFY plan and CCC timeline shows commitment and helps employers see a long-term employment relationship worth sponsoring.
Prioritize roles in underserved or high-need settings
School districts and rural healthcare facilities face persistent SLP shortages. Employers in these settings often have stronger motivation to sponsor visas because qualified candidates are difficult to find and retain without offering long-term authorization support.
Understand H-1B specialty occupation requirements for SLP
SLP roles generally qualify as H-1B specialty occupations given the master's degree requirement. Confirm the job description explicitly requires an advanced degree in communication sciences, which strengthens the specialty occupation argument in any future petition.
Apply early to account for state licensure timelines
State SLP licensure can take weeks to months depending on the state. Start your application before OPT begins. Employers may delay your start date if licensure is pending, which eats into your authorized employment window.
Speech Language Pathology OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Speech Language Pathology qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
No. Speech Language Pathology is classified under CIP code 51.0203, which is not on the STEM Designated Degree Program list. F-1 students in this field are limited to the standard 12-month OPT period. Planning your job search and visa transition timeline around that 12-month window is essential.
Do I need a state license to work as an SLP on OPT?
Yes, in nearly every clinical setting. Most states require a state-issued SLP license or temporary permit before you can practice independently. Licensing timelines vary by state but often take four to twelve weeks. Apply to your target state's licensing board before or immediately after graduation so licensure does not delay your OPT employment start date.
Where can I find SLP employers who are open to OPT authorization?
Migrate Mate is the best place to start. It surfaces Speech Language Pathology jobs from employers with a documented history of sponsoring work visas, so you spend less time filtering out companies that won't consider OPT candidates. Hospital systems, school districts, and outpatient rehab networks tend to be the most OPT-friendly settings in this field.
Can I complete my Clinical Fellowship Year on OPT?
Yes. The Clinical Fellowship Year, required for the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence, counts as authorized OPT employment as long as it falls within your OPT period and directly relates to your degree in communication sciences or disorders. Confirm with your Designated School Official that the CFY position is reported correctly on your SEVIS record.
What happens to my OPT if I switch SLP employers mid-authorization?
You can change employers during OPT, but you must report the new employer to your DSO within 10 days. Unlike CPT, OPT is not employer-specific, so you do not need a new EAD card. However, any gap in employment exceeding 90 cumulative days can jeopardize your OPT status, so avoid extended periods between positions.