Communicative Disorders Assistant Jobs in Poway, CA

Position overview
Position title: Speech-Language Pathologists
Salary range: The posted UC Salary scales set the minimum pay at the appointment as determined by appointment type and, if applicable, rank and/or step. The base pay range for this position is $168,000 - $175,000. Salary is negotiated annually. Additional compensation may be available if the position includes membership in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan. UC Salary information can be found here: 2025-2026 Academic Salary Scales
Application Window
Open date: June 5, 2026
Most recent review date: Sunday, Jul 5, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Saturday, Jun 5, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at the University of California, San Diego is committed to academic excellence within the faculty, staff, and student body. The department is currently seeking candidates for faculty positions in Speech-Language Pathology.
We seek candidates committed to multidisciplinary investigation with a mission to develop a comprehensive program of translational research related to dysphagia and who are also committed to building an independent research program, obtaining independent funding, providing mentoring/training, and performing university and community service. Program development will enhance and support an existing, and highly developed community of basic, translational, and clinical investigators within the Gleiberman Head and Neck Cancer Center at UC San Diego.
Selected candidate(s) will lead a research program focused on the biology, etiology, and treatment of dysphagia, including but not limited to dysphagia associated with head and neck cancer and treatment-related sequelae. The position also includes clinical service, teaching, mentoring and training, and contributions to university and community service. If appropriate, there may be opportunities to engage with partner programs, including the San Diego State University/University of California San Diego Joint PhD Program in Language and Communicative Disorders and San Diego State University's clinical training program in Speech-Language Pathology.
The appropriate series and appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level will be based on the candidate's background and experience.
A link to full descriptions of each series is provided for your review:
HS Clinical Professor (APM 278)
Clinical X Professor (APM 275)
In-Residence Professor (APM 270)
Adjunct Professor (APM 280)
Appointments may require candidates to be self-funded.
As a member of the Health Sciences Compensation Plan, the appointee should be aware that there are limitations on outside professional activities, and clinical moonlighting is expressly prohibited. Additional information can be found here: Health Sciences Compensation Plan (APM-671)
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Candidates must have a PhD in Biomedical Sciences or a health-related field, an MD (or equivalent), or an MD/PhD.
Candidates must hold, or be eligible to obtain, licensure to practice Speech-Language Pathology in California.
Candidates with an MD (or equivalent) who will have clinical duties must have or be eligible for a California medical license or equivalent certification/permit as determined by the Medical Board of California.
Preferred qualifications
Candidates with a related clinical practice in dysphagia, including clinical speech-language pathology, are preferred.
Application Requirements
Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Misc. / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04519
Help contact: mlsamonte@ucsd.edu
About UC San Diego
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
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Job location
San Diego, CA