Human Performance Phd Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Description
The College of Health Solutions at Arizona State University invites applications for two full-time, tenure-track faculty positions in Communication Sciences and Disorders: one at the Assistant Professor rank and one at the Associate/Full Professor rank. These positions have an anticipated start date of August 2026, with flexibility to negotiate a later start date if needed. Effective August 16, 2026, the College of Health Solutions will include three new schools: School of Human Performance and Lifespan, School of Clinical Sciences, and the School of Health Systems Transformation. It is expected that these positions' academic and tenure home will be within the School of Clinical Sciences.
We seek scholars with demonstrated excellence or exceptional promise in their area(s) of study. Successful candidates will be expected to develop and sustain an externally visible program of research and scholarship; contribute to excellence in graduate and undergraduate teaching; mentor students and trainees; and engage in service and leadership appropriate to rank. Senior candidates will be expected to provide intellectual leadership, strengthen national visibility, and contribute to the strategic growth of the program through collaboration and high-impact academic and research initiatives.
Preferred areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, language and literacy development/disorders, auditory, language, and cognitive neuroscience, early child development, pediatric and lifespan autism, biological contributors to development, genetics, and related areas in communication sciences and disorders.
Innovative interdisciplinary or transdisciplinary scholarship, particularly work that advances child-relevant and translational research, education, and/or clinical practice, is especially valued.
At ASU and the College of Health Solutions, we work to maximize opportunities for people of varied backgrounds, abilities and perspectives. We value and encourage inclusive excellence as outlined in our ASU Charter, and strive to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for all faculty, staff and students - which we believe is critical to our success as a community. All individuals who can strengthen our academic community are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
About Speech and Hearing Science
Arizona State University's Speech and Hearing Science program, part of the College of Health Solutions, fosters a vibrant, interdisciplinary environment at the forefront of health and education research. Our program advances the fields of speech-language pathology, speech science, language, and literacy through a strong integration of research, clinical practice, and community engagement. Faculty address cutting-edge research questions across varied topics, including auditory neuroscience, speech motor control, cognitive aging, and neuroplasticity in individuals with conditions like autism and brain injuries. We are also pioneering in areas such as digital biomarkers, machine learning, pediatric speech interventions, genetic basis of speech and language disorders, and language and literacy development in monolingual and bilingual children. The program emphasizes translational science, bridging discovery with clinical and community impact, and offers strong opportunities for collaboration across ASU and clinical partners. Faculty benefit from state-of-the-art research facilities and work with interdisciplinary teams across ASU's campuses, contributing to innovations that shape the future of health and education.
Our program offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degrees, equipping students for success in both academic and clinical careers. The Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Science provides a solid foundation in communication sciences and disorders. We also offer a specialized Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) certificate for undergraduates. At the graduate level, our master's programs in Communication Disorders and Auditory and Language Neuroscience emphasize clinical excellence and evidence-based practice. For professionals seeking specialized expertise, we offer a Graduate Certificate in Communication Disorders in Multilingual/Multicultural Populations, enhancing clinical practice in multicultural communities. Our PhD programs focus on auditory and language neuroscience, speech and hearing science, and communication disorders, offering students a broad spectrum of opportunities in research and clinical fields.
About the College of Health Solutions
We bring together researchers, faculty, students and community partners from a variety of disciplines to translate scientific research and discovery into practical solutions that make a difference. Our undergraduate and graduate students gain the knowledge and insight necessary to help solve our greatest health challenges - improving the health care system, increasing access to care and enhancing the health of individuals and populations.
About Arizona State University
Arizona State University, ranked No. 1 "Most Innovative School" in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for 11 years in succession, has forged the model for a New American University. Repeatedly ranked No. 1, ASU has topped more than 30 lists in the last three years: No. 1 in the U.S. for global impact (Times Higher Education) and No. 1 in the U.S. for sustainable practices (Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education). ASU is a comprehensive public research institution, measured not by whom it excludes, but by whom it includes and how they succeed; advancing research and discovery of public value; and assuming fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural and overall health of the communities it serves. ASU operates on the principles that learning is a personal and original journey for each student; that they thrive on experience and that the process of discovery cannot be bound by traditional academic disciplines. Through innovation and a commitment to accessibility, ASU has drawn pioneering researchers to its faculty even as it expands opportunities for qualified students, attracting some of the highest-quality students from all 50 states and more than 130 nations.
For more information about ASU, the College of Health Solutions, and the Speech and Hearing Science program visit http://about.asu.edu/ and https://chs.asu.edu.
Qualifications
Essential Functions

• Develop and sustain an innovative, impactful program of research, scholarship, and/or creative activity
• Pursue external funding and build a trajectory of scholarly impact appropriate to rank
• Teach on-campus and on-line courses
• Develop undergraduate and graduate courses
• Mentor undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students
• Contribute to interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary collaborations
• Engage in service to the unit, college, university, and profession
• Support student success and advance work aligned with the ASU Charter
• Associate/Full Professor: Provide leadership in research development, academic programming, and/or faculty mentorship
• Support student success and advance work aligned with the ASU Charter.

Required Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in communication sciences and disorders or a closely related field by time of appointment
• Assistant Professor: Evidence of exceptional promise for scholarly achievement and potential to develop an independent, externally funded research program
• Associate/Full Professor: Established record of scholarly achievement, national reputation, and impact appropriate to rank
• Demonstrated ability or strong potential for effective teaching and mentoring
• Demonstrated potential to secure external funding as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator
• Evidence of research with translational, clinical, or applied relevance to diagnosis, intervention, rehabilitation, or patient care in communication sciences and disorders.

Desired Qualifications

• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in speech-language pathology.
• Scholarship relevant to pediatric, developmental, child, or lifespan populations in communication sciences and disorders.
• Demonstrated success in graduate education, including mentorship of undergraduate, master's and doctoral students.
• Translational or clinically relevant research connected to diagnosis, intervention, rehabilitation, or patient care
• Demonstrated ability to work with faculty, staff, students, and communities to advance the principles of the ASU Charter.
• Assistant Professor: Evidence of or demonstrated commitment to service within the discipline, profession, and/or academic program.
• Assistant Professor: Evidence of or demonstrated record of extramural or internal funding submissions/awards.
• Assistant Professor: Evidence of a developing record of peer-reviewed publications demonstrating independence and trajectory of scholarship.
• Assistant Professor: Evidence of or demonstrated potential for collaborative, interdisciplinary, or community-engaged research.
• Associate/Full Professor: Sustained record of extramural funding, publication, and professional impact.
• Associate/Full Professor: Evidence of national distinction through invited talks, leadership roles, awards, guideline development, editorial service, center-building, translational impact, or comparable contributions.
• Associate/Full Professor: Evidence of leadership that has advanced programs, professions, partnerships, or high-impact initiatives.

Application Instructions
Application deadline is June 19, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled. To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/185788 and click "apply now" next to the corresponding position. Candidates will be asked to create or use an existing Interfolio Dossier to submit the following:

• Cover Letter of Interest: indicate the name of the position for which you are applying, your qualifications, and professional experience, and an example(s) of how your work has exemplified Arizona State University's Charter.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV): Provide a comprehensive CV detailing your academic and professional background.
• Research Statement (1-2 pages): Describe your current research program, including specific research questions, methodologies, and a brief summary of recent findings. Highlight how your research contributes to advancements in the field and, if applicable, its relevance to the needs of Arizona's multicultural populations.
• Teaching and Mentoring Statement (1-2 pages): Share your teaching philosophy and approach to fostering student engagement and learning, including experiences in teaching varied student groups. Describe your approach to mentoring students at all levels, including any methods or strategies you use to support students in their academic, research, or professional development. Additionally, highlight your commitment to promoting student success, retention, and graduation.
• Professional References: Include the names, positions, titles, email addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references. (References will not be contacted until later stages in the selection process.)

If you have questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact the College of Health Solutions Academic Personnel HR team at chs-aphr@asu.edu.