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The Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences (CICS) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for tenure-track faculty in Natural Language Processing (NLP) and similar areas, at the Assistant and Associate Professor levels. Exceptional candidates at other ranks (e.g. full professor) may be considered.
ABOUT UMass Amherst:
The flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university that seeks to expand educational access, fuel innovation and creativity, and share and use its knowledge for the common good. Founded in 1863, UMass Amherst sits on nearly 1,450-acres in scenic Western Massachusetts and boasts state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research, scholarship, and creative activity. The institution advances a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where everyone feels connected and valued—and thrives, and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees across 10 schools and colleges, and 100 undergraduate majors. We believe every member of our university community can contribute to our ongoing success by striving for the highest level of excellence as we seek breakthrough solutions to mounting environmental, social, economic, and technological challenges in our world.
ABOUT THE MANNING COLLEGE OF INFORMATION AND COMPUTER SCIENCES:
Celebrating over 60 years of pioneering contributions to computing, the Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences (CICS) at UMass Amherst is home to graduate and undergraduate programs ranked among the top 25 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report and CS Rankings. Following a decade of tremendous growth, CICS currently has 94 core faculty, including 1 Turing Award winner, 20 ACM Fellows, 12 IEEE Fellows, 40 NSF CAREER Award winners, and 8 AAAI Fellows. CICS research encompasses all major technical specializations across the profession and serves as the focal point for interdisciplinary computing research at UMass Amherst, with affiliated research centers such as the Center for Intelligent Information Retrieval, the Center for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, the Center for Smart and Connected Society, the Computational Social Science Institute, and the Cybersecurity Institute, and the NIH-funded Massachusetts AI and Technology Center for Connected Care in Aging and Alzheimer's Disease.
The college currently enrolls approximately 300 doctoral students, 600 master's students, and 1,700 undergraduate students in its computer science and informatics programs and continues to build on its history of innovative teaching with new BS and MS concentrations in AI, new certificates in public interest technology, and a growing online master's program. The college's new Computer Science Laboratories building serves as a hub for community, collaboration, and innovation. The CICS community is united by a revolutionary vision for computing research, education, and outreach—Computing for the Common Good—and is committed to inspiring and educating students from all backgrounds and experiences, while conducting research that improves the lives of the people of the Commonwealth and the world.
ABOUT NATURAL LANGUAGE PROCESSING AT UMASS AMHERST:
The position would entail joining UMass' rich NLP and AI research environment, with NLP faculty and collaborators in the context of many related areas. Among CICS faculty this includes NLP alongside machine learning, information retrieval, computational linguistics, computational social science, educational technology, digital media, computer vision, multimodal models, biomedical NLP, clinical NLP, child safety, robotics, security, AI safety, software engineering, and other areas; and elsewhere on campus, with researchers in linguistics, psychology, public policy, health sciences, and more. Collaborative efforts are encouraged, including through Synthesis Project collaborations with PhD students. CICS fosters an excellent student environment, including many alumni who have gone on to impressive academic and industry positions themselves. Faculty fundraising can be supported through seed grants and CICS’ industry relationships, while faculty and their labs also enjoy access to a well-supported GPU cluster (Unity) for their research.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Before starting in this position, applicants must hold a PhD in Computer Science or a related area and should show evidence of exceptional research promise.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Starting Date: September 1, 2027. Other start dates (e.g., Spring 2028 or Fall 2028) may be considered.
UMass Amherst and CICS are very supportive of dual-career families. We have a Partner Employment Program and will work with candidates to find opportunities for partners within CICS, across the University, and in the nearby community. Although UMass does not guarantee job placement, efforts are made to help secure a position for spouses or partners. For more information on our Partner Employment Program or other faculty benefits, please see the UMass Amherst faculty development website.
This position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in a standard office or indoor university environment and involves minimal physical exertion.
WORK SCHEDULE AND WORK ARRANGEMENT
Monday - Friday, 40 hours a week.
SALARY INFORMATION
It is expected that the salary range for this position is between $79,350 and $204,268. The specific pay for this position will be determined by the University based on consideration of all relevant factors when and if it decides to extend an offer of employment. Please note:
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The low-end of the pay range in all faculty searches at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is the minimum salary for the rank included in the collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Massachusetts Society of Professors, UMass Amherst/MTA/NEA.
-
The high-end of the pay range reflects an increase above the median salaries at this rank within the department for faculty who may have multiple years of faculty experience.
-
Starting salaries for tenure track faculty members in CICS are typically well above the low-end of the pay range indicated above.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS
We will begin interviewing in January 2027. To ensure consideration for a Winter/Spring interview, we encourage you to apply no later than December 1, 2026.
Candidates must provide the following in their application package:
1) Cover letter that lays out your interest in this position and why you are a good fit.
2) Current curriculum vitae.
3) Statement of research outlining your accomplishments briefly, focusing on your future plans and potential fit at UMass Amherst.
4) Statement of teaching, including your teaching philosophy and potential courses you might offer at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
5) At UMass Amherst and CICS, we strive to be a community where every individual feels a sense of belonging, where every individual is included, and where every individual is valued. Based on our stated values, please tell us in your teaching, research and/or service statement, how you see yourself contributing to the Common Good in our community.
6) Contact information for three professional references.
Current and previous UMass employees applying for this position should expect that their past teaching, advising, and service contributions will be reviewed as part of their application. This includes, but is not limited to, review of SRTI scores and comments for each course that was taught. Individuals who have previous experience teaching at another university are strongly encouraged to provide relevant course feedback scores and comments for review by the search committee.
Inquiries and requests for more information can be sent to: chair@cics.umass.edu
This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.
INTRODUCTION
The Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences (CICS) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for tenure-track faculty in Natural Language Processing (NLP) and similar areas, at the Assistant and Associate Professor levels. Exceptional candidates at other ranks (e.g. full professor) may be considered.
ABOUT UMass Amherst:
The flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university that seeks to expand educational access, fuel innovation and creativity, and share and use its knowledge for the common good. Founded in 1863, UMass Amherst sits on nearly 1,450-acres in scenic Western Massachusetts and boasts state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research, scholarship, and creative activity. The institution advances a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where everyone feels connected and valued—and thrives, and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees across 10 schools and colleges, and 100 undergraduate majors. We believe every member of our university community can contribute to our ongoing success by striving for the highest level of excellence as we seek breakthrough solutions to mounting environmental, social, economic, and technological challenges in our world.
ABOUT THE MANNING COLLEGE OF INFORMATION AND COMPUTER SCIENCES:
Celebrating over 60 years of pioneering contributions to computing, the Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences (CICS) at UMass Amherst is home to graduate and undergraduate programs ranked among the top 25 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report and CS Rankings. Following a decade of tremendous growth, CICS currently has 94 core faculty, including 1 Turing Award winner, 20 ACM Fellows, 12 IEEE Fellows, 40 NSF CAREER Award winners, and 8 AAAI Fellows. CICS research encompasses all major technical specializations across the profession and serves as the focal point for interdisciplinary computing research at UMass Amherst, with affiliated research centers such as the Center for Intelligent Information Retrieval, the Center for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, the Center for Smart and Connected Society, the Computational Social Science Institute, and the Cybersecurity Institute, and the NIH-funded Massachusetts AI and Technology Center for Connected Care in Aging and Alzheimer's Disease.
The college currently enrolls approximately 300 doctoral students, 600 master's students, and 1,700 undergraduate students in its computer science and informatics programs and continues to build on its history of innovative teaching with new BS and MS concentrations in AI, new certificates in public interest technology, and a growing online master's program. The college's new Computer Science Laboratories building serves as a hub for community, collaboration, and innovation. The CICS community is united by a revolutionary vision for computing research, education, and outreach—Computing for the Common Good—and is committed to inspiring and educating students from all backgrounds and experiences, while conducting research that improves the lives of the people of the Commonwealth and the world.
ABOUT NATURAL LANGUAGE PROCESSING AT UMASS AMHERST:
The position would entail joining UMass' rich NLP and AI research environment, with NLP faculty and collaborators in the context of many related areas. Among CICS faculty this includes NLP alongside machine learning, information retrieval, computational linguistics, computational social science, educational technology, digital media, computer vision, multimodal models, biomedical NLP, clinical NLP, child safety, robotics, security, AI safety, software engineering, and other areas; and elsewhere on campus, with researchers in linguistics, psychology, public policy, health sciences, and more. Collaborative efforts are encouraged, including through Synthesis Project collaborations with PhD students. CICS fosters an excellent student environment, including many alumni who have gone on to impressive academic and industry positions themselves. Faculty fundraising can be supported through seed grants and CICS’ industry relationships, while faculty and their labs also enjoy access to a well-supported GPU cluster (Unity) for their research.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Before starting in this position, applicants must hold a PhD in Computer Science or a related area and should show evidence of exceptional research promise.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Starting Date: September 1, 2027. Other start dates (e.g., Spring 2028 or Fall 2028) may be considered.
UMass Amherst and CICS are very supportive of dual-career families. We have a Partner Employment Program and will work with candidates to find opportunities for partners within CICS, across the University, and in the nearby community. Although UMass does not guarantee job placement, efforts are made to help secure a position for spouses or partners. For more information on our Partner Employment Program or other faculty benefits, please see the UMass Amherst faculty development website.
This position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in a standard office or indoor university environment and involves minimal physical exertion.
WORK SCHEDULE AND WORK ARRANGEMENT
Monday - Friday, 40 hours a week.
SALARY INFORMATION
It is expected that the salary range for this position is between $79,350 and $204,268. The specific pay for this position will be determined by the University based on consideration of all relevant factors when and if it decides to extend an offer of employment. Please note:
-
The low-end of the pay range in all faculty searches at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is the minimum salary for the rank included in the collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Massachusetts Society of Professors, UMass Amherst/MTA/NEA.
-
The high-end of the pay range reflects an increase above the median salaries at this rank within the department for faculty who may have multiple years of faculty experience.
-
Starting salaries for tenure track faculty members in CICS are typically well above the low-end of the pay range indicated above.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS
We will begin interviewing in January 2027. To ensure consideration for a Winter/Spring interview, we encourage you to apply no later than December 1, 2026.
Candidates must provide the following in their application package:
1) Cover letter that lays out your interest in this position and why you are a good fit.
2) Current curriculum vitae.
3) Statement of research outlining your accomplishments briefly, focusing on your future plans and potential fit at UMass Amherst.
4) Statement of teaching, including your teaching philosophy and potential courses you might offer at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
5) At UMass Amherst and CICS, we strive to be a community where every individual feels a sense of belonging, where every individual is included, and where every individual is valued. Based on our stated values, please tell us in your teaching, research and/or service statement, how you see yourself contributing to the Common Good in our community.
6) Contact information for three professional references.
Current and previous UMass employees applying for this position should expect that their past teaching, advising, and service contributions will be reviewed as part of their application. This includes, but is not limited to, review of SRTI scores and comments for each course that was taught. Individuals who have previous experience teaching at another university are strongly encouraged to provide relevant course feedback scores and comments for review by the search committee.
Inquiries and requests for more information can be sent to: chair@cics.umass.edu
This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Speech Language Pathologist
Secure your ASHA certification before applying
Most U.S. hospital systems and school districts require Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA as a condition of hire. Having it in hand before you apply removes a common employer objection to sponsoring a TN visa candidate.
Target state licensure requirements early
Each state issues its own SLP license, and processing can take six to twelve weeks. Apply for the license in your target state before your start date so your employer's TN sponsorship timeline doesn't stall at onboarding.
Ask employers about their TN filing experience
Healthcare networks and school districts that have sponsored TN professionals before move faster and make fewer documentation errors. Ask HR whether they've filed TN petitions for clinical roles, not just physicians or engineers.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers experienced with visa sponsorship
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with recent visa filings who hire for SLP and related clinical roles. Targeting employers experienced with work visa sponsorship shortens your job search and reduces offer-to-start delays.
Prepare a degree equivalency letter if needed
Canadian and Mexican graduate programs in communication sciences don't always use the same degree titles as U.S. programs. A credential evaluation from a NACES-member agency confirms your degree meets the master's-level requirement USCIS expects for TN classification.
Align your offer letter language with TN requirements
Your offer letter must describe the role as requiring a master's degree in speech-language pathology or communication disorders. Generic job titles or vague descriptions of duties give CBP officers grounds to question the specialty occupation classification at the port of entry.
Speech Language Pathologist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Speech Language Pathologist role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes. Speech Language Pathologist is an explicitly listed occupation in the USMCA TN treaty categories. The role must require at least a master's degree in communication disorders or speech-language pathology, and you must hold that degree. Positions that accept a bachelor's degree or unrelated graduate credentials will not satisfy the specialty occupation requirement for TN classification.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for SLP roles?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no multi-month USCIS petition queue. Canadian SLPs can be approved at a U.S. port of entry the same day they present their documents. H-1B visa requires an employer petition, a lottery selection, and months of processing. For most SLPs with a qualifying degree and a U.S. job offer, TN is faster and more predictable.
Can I use Migrate Mate to find SLP jobs that sponsor TN visas?
Yes. Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN visa job seekers and surfaces employers with documented sponsorship history for clinical and allied health roles including Speech Language Pathologist positions. Searching there lets you filter for employers who have already sponsored TN professionals, which significantly narrows your list to realistic opportunities.
Do I need a state license to get TN visa sponsorship as an SLP?
Your employer will require state licensure before you can practice independently, and most will not extend a final offer without a clear path to licensure. You can begin the state license application before your start date, but processing timelines vary by state. Coordinating your license application timeline with your employer's TN sponsorship process avoids gaps between your entry date and your first day of clinical work.
What documents does my employer need to file TN sponsorship for an SLP position?
Your employer needs to provide a support letter on company letterhead stating your job title, that the role requires a master's degree in speech-language pathology, your anticipated start date, and that the position is a legitimate, ongoing employment arrangement. You bring that letter to the port of entry along with your master's degree transcript, ASHA certification, and valid passport. CBP adjudicates Canadian TN applications on the spot.