Assistant Professor of Audiology

About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.

About the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences

The Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences offers the BS, MA, AuD and PhD degrees. Both the MA and AuD programs are CAA-accredited and student stipends are available from federal training and research grants. The Department currently has 20 full-time faculty members (including research, clinical, and teaching positions) and is located within the School of Public Health and Health Sciences on the University of Massachusetts (UMass) Amherst campus. UMass Amherst has been classified as having Very High Research Activity by the Carnegie Foundation. The statewide University system has five campuses, including a medical school located in Worcester, 50 miles from Amherst. The Department is committed to increasing the diversity of the faculty, student body, and curriculum.

Job Summary

The Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences is searching for an Assistant Professor for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position beginning September 2026. The successful candidate will be teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses; advising students; providing service to the department, school, and university; and establishing an independent, fundable research program.

Requirements

Qualified candidates must have a PhD (or equivalent) in audiology, hearing science, or a related discipline by the appointment date. All areas of expertise related to audiology and hearing science will be considered. We are also particularly interested in applicants who conduct research in pediatrics, hearing technologies, and/or public health approaches to hearing healthcare. Applicants are not required to hold an ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A); however, they must possess the ability to teach courses in the Doctor of Audiology program. Candidates should have a strong record of peer-reviewed publications commensurate with career stage, evidence of independent and collaborative research potential, demonstrated potential to develop an extramurally funded research program, and an interest in developing excellent teaching skills.

Salary Information

It is expected that the salary range for this position is between $79,350 and $105,300.

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 of salaries at this rank within the department for faculty who may have multiple years of faculty experience.
• 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 and offer of employment.

Application Instructions

Along with the application, candidates should submit 1) a cover letter, 2) a curriculum vita, 3) a personal statement outlining their research expertise, research goals and teaching philosophy, 4) a statement explaining how their work will fit in with and support the UMass strategic plan (https://www.umass.edu/strategicplan/), and 5) contact information for three (3) professional references.

The application review process will begin October 31, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Applications should be submitted by this date to ensure full consideration. Anticipated start date is September 2026. For questions about the application process, please contact Dr. Nathaniel Whitmal, Search Committee Chair, at nwhitmal@umass.edu.

The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.