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Position Information Position Title: Instructor in Communication Disorders Fall 2026
Job Responsibilities 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 Trumans 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 Universitys 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: http://shr.truman.edu/benefits.
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 3000 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 states 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 masters 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 OHare provide quick access to one of the countrys major metropolitan areas. More information about Kirksville can be found at visitkirksville.com.
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Posting Detail Information Posting Number: F137P Open Date: 03/10/2026 Close Date: Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Faculty applications are supported by Interfolio. To apply for this position, please click HERE. For assistance with submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu. Complete applications must include a letter of application that clearly addresses the qualifications and evaluative criteria listed above, a current curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy that reflects on our liberal arts and sciences mission, contact information for at least three references, official or unofficial undergraduate and graduate college transcripts. Review of applications will begin 04/28/2026, and will continue until the position is filled. If hired, applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States, official graduate transcripts, or documentation of degrees if transcripts are not available. Final candidates are required to successfully pass a background check. Questions about this position may be directed to the Chair of the Department of Communication Disorders, Dr. Amy Teten, at atet@truman.edu. Please include "Communication Disorders Search" in the subject line.
Salary Salary is commensurate with experience.
Non-Discrimination Statement Truman State University is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring, promotion, or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, including pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or Missouri law. We are committed to fair and equal treatment in all aspects of employment. Inquiries about these policies may be directed to the Institutional Compliance Officer at 660-785-4354 and titleix@truman.edu. Truman is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate form or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at McClain Hall 101, 100 E. Normal, Kirksville, MO 63501, 660-785-4031, or hrstaff@truman.edu.