Pro Tem Clinical Assistant Professor/Supervisor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

The University of Oregon seeks qualified instructional and supervisory faculty for its Communication Disorders and Sciences program in the College of Education. This pool will fill periodic vacancies for courses across undergraduate and graduate levels, with duties including teaching, course prep, evaluation, and maintaining office hours.

Some instruction may be remote, but in-person work is expected on the Eugene campus.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications for instructors include a Master's Degree in SLP/ Audiology or related field.
• CCC certification must be current (9 months post-CCC).
• Oregon licensure in Speech-Language Pathology required or in process.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses; prepare and evaluate assignments and exams.
• Provide clinical supervision or instruction in CDS-related settings.
• Coordinate with CDS faculty to support equity and inclusion goals.
• Some courses may be remote; others require in-person presence at Eugene campus.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology

CCC-SLP/CCC-A or equivalent

Oregon licensure in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Pro Tem Clinical Assistant Professor/Supervisor & Instructor/Lecturer - Open Pool

Department: Special Education and ClinicalSciences

Rank: Instructor, Lecturer, Assistant Clinical Professor/Supervisor

Annual Basis: 9 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed as needs arise.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete applications must include: CV/resume. You will be asked to indicate your interest and experience with specific courses in the application. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. Screening of applications will take place as positions become available and will continue until positions are filled. This pool will remain active until June 30, 2027.

Position Summary

The University of Oregon's Communication Disorders and Sciences program in the College of Education seeks to create a pool of qualified candidates to fill periodic instructional and supervision vacancies. Positions are limited duration appointments, potentially renewable for up to a total of three years. All faculty are expected to contribute to the equity and inclusion goals of the program and college and incorporate inclusive practices into their work.

Instructional faculty may teach at the undergraduate or graduate level. Instructional duties include course preparation, teaching, preparation and evaluation of students assignments and exams, and maintenance of office hours. Course content areas for teaching responsibilities may include anatomy and physiology of the speech mechanism, neuroscience of speech and language, acquired disorders, adult language disorders, motor speech disorders, brain injury and cognitive rehabilitation, speech sound disorders, voice disorders and other core CDS related courses.

Clinical supervisors will provide clinical instruction and/or supervision in clinical or professionally-related community education/service settings to CDS students. Clinical faculty focus their training and instruction on the practical application of skills necessary to engage in a given profession. They are expected to demonstrate and share the expertise of their practice and to contribute to coordination roles within these settings or for the program.

Applicants should be aware that while some instructional assignments may be approved for remote delivery, other courses and supervision responsibilities require in-person availability at the campus in Eugene, OR.

Given the unique ways in which individuals from historically marginalized racial and ethnic groups, sexual- and gender-monitories, students with disabilities, and persons with immigrant, language learner, and/or low-income status have been poorly served, we strongly encourage members of such groups to apply for this position. Evidence suggests that people self-select out of positions due to concerns over failure to meet minimal requirements; we strongly encourage such applicants to apply even if they are uncertain about their qualifications.

Minimum Requirements

Instructor – These minimum qualifications apply to positions assigned to teach undergraduate-level courses:

• Master's Degree in Communication Disorders and Sciences, Speech-Language Pathology, or Audiology or a terminal degree in a related field.
• 9 months post Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (certification must be current).
• Hold or obtain an Oregon licensure in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Teaching and/or professional experience in one or more of the topic areas listed above.

Lecturers - These minimum qualifications apply to positions assigned to teach graduate-level courses, including courses in master’s and doctoral programs:

• SLP-D (Clinical Doctorate in SLP) or PhD in Communication Disorders and Sciences or closely related field.
• 9 months post Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (certification must be current).
• Hold or obtain an Oregon Licensure in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Teaching and/or professional experience in one or more of the topic areas listed above.

Assistant Clinical Professors/Supervisors:

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology or a terminal degree in a related field.
• 9 months post Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (certification must be current).
• Hold or obtain an Oregon licensure in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current CPR certification (completed by start date).
• 2 hours of continuing education in clinical supervision (post Certification) completed by start date.
• Professional experience in medical, clinical, and/or K-12 educational settings.

Professional Competencies

• Ability to contribute positively to our diverse community and to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to support undergraduate and graduate student training.

Additional professional competencies for Clinical Assistant Professors/Supervisors:

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Competency communicating with other clinicians and clients who are diverse in background.
• Competency working with clients who are diverse in background.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications for Instructors and Lecturers:

• 3 years of experience teaching students in higher education contexts or in speech-language pathology and communication disorders and sciences.
• A record of quality mentoring and teaching communication disorders and sciences students and/or staff members from a broad range of diverse backgrounds.
• Experience delivering in-person and online instruction.
• Experience working within an accredited educational program, including the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the Council on Academic Accreditation Standards.

Preferred qualifications for Clinical Assistant Professors/Supervisors:

• Experience in clinical education or CF supervision.
• 3 years' clinical experience post-Master's degree.
• Demonstrated expertise, effective mentoring, teaching, and/or supervision in clinical/K-12 educational settings (e.g., leadership in K-12, mentoring graduate students or recent graduates, teaching seminars/workshops; running support groups).
• Demonstrated evidence of academic or clinical program leadership and/or coordination (e.g., led a school/hospital committee, coordinated development of new policy and process for IEP development).

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email or call.

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