Speech-Lang Pathologist

Speech-Lang Pathologist

Working Title: Speech-Lang Pathologist

Position Grade: 14

Position Summary: The Center for Development and Disability (CDD), established in 1990, is New Mexico's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service. We are seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to be part of an interdisciplinary team providing developmental and diagnostic evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults. This position requires experience in the evaluation and treatment of autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities, familiarity with state systems of care. Effective oral and written communications skills are required to share evaluation findings and recommendations to families and other providers. The position requires knowledge and experience with standard evaluation methods as well as informal assessment for language, speech, and social communication. The position also provides opportunities for clinical instruction and supervision, training, and consultation. This position requires some in-state travel.

Conditions of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check. May be subject to credentialing process; must maintain credentialed status, if applicable. Must maintain certification status. Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in Speech Pathology or an equivalent discipline; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Certification/Licensure Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology; State of New Mexico Licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience conducting speech language evaluations for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. Experience functioning on an interdisciplinary team to provide differential diagnoses and/or intervention for children, youth or adults. Knowledge of and experience with evidence-based interventions for autism spectrum disorder and other communication disorders. Knowledge and experience with parent/caregiver mediated and naturalistic interventions increase functional and social communication. Bilingual - oral and written Spanish/English skills in clinical or educational setting.

Additional Requirements: Passing a background check and fingerprinting is required for this position. Some traveling within NM is required.

Campus: Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department: Pediatrics Center for Development (997H)

Employment Type: Staff

Staff Type: Term - Full-Time

Term End Date: 06/30/2027

Status: Exempt

Pay: Monthly: $4,924.40 to $7,046.00

Benefits Eligible: This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

ERB Statement: As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required: Yes

For Best Consideration Date: 9/9/2026

Eligible for Remote Work: No

Application Instructions: Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. To be considered for this position, please submit the following: Completed Application: Include all relevant work experience and clearly note the number of hours worked per week for each position. Current Rsum: Your rsum should include three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. Cover Letter: Please address how your experience and skills align with our preferred qualifications. Note: Incomplete applications may not be considered.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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