Instructor in Communication Disorders; Fall

Position: Instructor in Communication Disorders (Fall 2026)
The School of Business and Professional Studies at Truman State University seeks applicants for a full-time, non-tenure track, 9-month instructor position in Communication Disorders to start August 2026.

This position is a full-time, nine-month appointment located on Truman's campus in Kirksville, Missouri. In addition to the duties and responsibilities described below, faculty are expected to contribute to the campus culture of the Liberal Arts and Sciences and interdisciplinarity by teaching in the University's core curriculum (The Dialogues) and contributing to interdisciplinary initiatives and coursework as needed.

Non-tenure-track, term Instructor appointments are subject to annual renewal. The initial term of the appointment is three years. Additional three-year terms may continue indefinitely based on the needs and budget of the university and positive performance review.

Responsibilities:
Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate courses in speech-language pathology. The area of expertise is open. There is potential for a successful candidate to develop a collaborative relationship with the new Greenwood Interprofessional Autism Center. All Truman Communication Disorders (CMDS) full-time faculty perform clinical supervision, which is included in course load calculation. Additional duties may include advising and service to the university and community.

The CMDS MA program runs year-round, requiring at least part-time clinical instruction duties in the summer of most academic years. Faculty providing summer supervision will receive corresponding summer compensation.

Benefits:
Truman offers a comprehensive benefits package including life, health, and disability insurance, retirement contributions, paid sick leave, and a stipend for moving expenses. Paid parental leave and a tuition discount are available for eligible employees after one year. More details: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The Department:
The Communication Disorders department offers undergraduate (B.A./B.S) and graduate (M.A.) degrees in communication disorders. The department currently enrolls approximately 120 students. Academically talented students from around the region make up the student body. About 75% of CMDS majors go on to graduate study. Graduates are admitted to top graduate programs around the country. Graduate students for the past 3 years have maintained a 100% pass rate on the Praxis exam.

The Communication Disorders department, faculty offices, clinic and classroom facilities are housed in the Health Sciences building. The Truman State University Speech and Hearing Clinic operates all year round, serving a wide range of clients from a 100-mile radius (7 therapy rooms, audiology suite, labs, Rite Care/Truman Early Literacy Lab). State of the art resources are available for clinic and classroom instruction, including digital video recording of therapy rooms and classrooms.

The University:
Truman State University is home to a vibrant educational community. Our approximately 3,000 students thrive in a challenging, yet supportive, academic environment. More than 25% engage in significant undergraduate research and creative projects. Nearly 40% gain leadership experience, and nearly half go on to graduate or professional school.

Founded in 1867, Truman focuses on student learning outcomes and emphasizes high-impact experiences such as internships, research, and study abroad opportunities. Truman has the highest overall graduation rate among the state's public four-year colleges and universities. For nearly three decades, Truman has been recognized as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest regional category by U.S. News & World Report, and Washington Monthly consistently ranks Truman as one of the best master's universities in the nation.

For more information about our mission and values and to see additional rankings and acknowledgments, visit truman.edu/about.

The Community:
Located in northeast Missouri, Kirksville is a cultural and economic hub in the region. In addition to being the home of Truman, Kirksville is the birthplace of osteopathic medicine and features a medical school, dental school, and community college. The Kirksville School District is consistently recognized for academic excellence. The community takes pride in several annual events including the Red, White and Blue Festival, the Red Barn Arts and Craft Festival, and the FLATS Trail Half-Marathon.

The charming downtown area features an arts center, local shops, and restaurants, and it is the site of numerous community events including weekly farmers' markets and summer concerts on the courthouse lawn. Just a few minutes outside of town is beautiful Thousand Hills State Park with hiking and biking opportunities surrounding the 700-acre Forest Lake. Kirksville offers easy access by car to Kansas City, St.

Louis, and Des Moines. Daily flights from Kirksville Regional Airport to Chicago O'Hare provide quick access to one of the country's…