Job Description

Posting Details
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Institution The University of South Dakota
Working Title Assistant Professor of Audiology
Posting Number F01731P
Department USD-Communication Sciences & Disorders
Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion
Posting Text
The University of South Dakota invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Audiology within the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. This 9-month faculty position offers flexible start dates in January, May, or August 2026, and is ideal for those eager to shape the future of audiology education, research, and clinical practice.
Qualifications:
Ph.D. in audiology (ABD considered) or related field.
Eligible for or holds a South Dakota Audiology license; eligible for or holds ASHA CCC-A and/or ABA Certification is preferred.
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As a faculty member, you'll:
Teach engaging didactic courses and supervise clinical practicum experiences.
Contribute to a collaborative, student-centered environment.
Mentor students in research projects and support recruitment efforts.
Develop and advance an independent research program aligned with audiology expertise.
Participate in departmental, college, and university service.
Effort allocation across teaching, research, and service is negotiable based on your strengths and interests. We welcome candidates with expertise across a wide range of audiology topics.
Application Timeline
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Posting Date 10/14/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
First Consideration Date 11/14/2025
Advertised Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Duration of the Term 9 months
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Appointment Percent 100
Tenure Status Tenure Track
Proposed Rank Assistant Professor
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Appointment Type Regular
Scope of Search External (includes Internal)
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Department Description and Cultural Expectations
The University of South Dakota (USD), located in the vibrant community of Vermillion, SD, sits at the heart of the historic Lewis and Clark Trail and is just minutes from outdoor recreation, including fishing, boating, and hiking. USD is a comprehensive, liberal arts-based public institution serving approximately 9,000 students, and is consistently ranked among the nation's top small public universities by both The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report.
USD proudly houses South Dakota's only accredited schools of medicine, law, and business, offering a unique interdisciplinary environment for collaboration and innovation.
The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders offers robust undergraduate and CAA-accredited graduate programs in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. Our students and faculty provide comprehensive clinical services at our on-campus clinic in Vermillion and our Scottish Rite Children's Clinic in Sioux Falls, serving diverse communities across the region. Learn more at https://www.usd.edu/csd.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological political or sectarian opinions or perspectives, or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
Contact Information
Dr. Lindsey Jorgensen, Professor
Chair, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders
The University of South Dakota
414 East Clark Street
Vermillion, SD 57069-2390
Phone: (605) 658-3870
FAX: (605)658-3359
Email: lindsey.jorgensen@usd.edu

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