NMSU Conference Services
Speech-Language Pathologist / College Assistant Professor
NMSU Conference Services, Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States, 88005
Speech-Language Pathologist / College Assistant Professor
Join New Mexico State University as a Speech-Language Pathologist / College Assistant Professor and make a real impact in the lives of children and families across New Mexico. In this role, you will conduct comprehensive autism diagnostic evaluations, develop integrated service plans, and collaborate closely with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary professionals. You will educate and empower caregivers to support their child’s growth across home and community settings, while also providing supervision and mentorship to Graduate Assistants within the Autism Diagnostic Center. Candidates should bring prior clinical experience in ASD treatment and in assessing the speech, language, and communication profiles—both typical and atypical—commonly seen in autistic children. At NMSU, you’ll be part of a diverse, welcoming, and student-centered community located in sunny Las Cruces, a vibrant borderlands city framed by the Organ Mountains and rich in outdoor recreation. As New Mexico’s land-grant and Hispanic-serving institution, NMSU is committed to innovation, public service, and building a strong, sustainable future for the region. With 294 days of sunshine a year, a collaborative campus culture, and a community that values education, connection, and quality of life, NMSU offers an ideal environment to grow your career while making a meaningful difference. Apply today and help shape the future of autism services in New Mexico.
Closing at: Jan 30 2026 - 23:55 MST
Job Duties And Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, integrated service plans and consultation with family members and other professionals.
Educate family members and caregivers on different strategies to facilitate active involvement and carry-over of recommendations to community settings.
Support collaboration throughout the University community.
Provide supervision and guidance to Graduate Assistants working with the Autism Diagnostic Center.
Required Qualifications
Candidate must have previous clinical experience in the treatment of ASD as well as assessing speech and language deficits typically associated with this disorder, including typical and atypical child language development and experience with variability within the ASD population.
Preferred Qualifications
Possess the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SLP)
Be licensed or be eligible to be licensed as a Speech‑Language Pathologist in New Mexico
Experience with interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary diagnostic teams
Bilingual Spanish and English language skills
Completion of a LEND training program at a University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities
Special Requirements Of The Position
Must be reliable, punctual, team-driven, and professional
Able to independently implement programming without continual supervision
Desire to work in a collaborative environment and have opportunity for growth in an organization
Demonstrate a high-level of organizational skills
Maintain the ability to interact positively, cooperatively, and respectfully with all collaborators including patients, families, employees, and other health care providers
Department Contact Victoria Almaguer, (575) 646-3177, vicki@nmsu.edu
EEO Statement New Mexico State University does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non‑merit factor.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Hospitality
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Closing at: Jan 30 2026 - 23:55 MST
Job Duties And Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, integrated service plans and consultation with family members and other professionals.
Educate family members and caregivers on different strategies to facilitate active involvement and carry-over of recommendations to community settings.
Support collaboration throughout the University community.
Provide supervision and guidance to Graduate Assistants working with the Autism Diagnostic Center.
Required Qualifications
Candidate must have previous clinical experience in the treatment of ASD as well as assessing speech and language deficits typically associated with this disorder, including typical and atypical child language development and experience with variability within the ASD population.
Preferred Qualifications
Possess the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SLP)
Be licensed or be eligible to be licensed as a Speech‑Language Pathologist in New Mexico
Experience with interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary diagnostic teams
Bilingual Spanish and English language skills
Completion of a LEND training program at a University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities
Special Requirements Of The Position
Must be reliable, punctual, team-driven, and professional
Able to independently implement programming without continual supervision
Desire to work in a collaborative environment and have opportunity for growth in an organization
Demonstrate a high-level of organizational skills
Maintain the ability to interact positively, cooperatively, and respectfully with all collaborators including patients, families, employees, and other health care providers
Department Contact Victoria Almaguer, (575) 646-3177, vicki@nmsu.edu
EEO Statement New Mexico State University does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non‑merit factor.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Hospitality
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