The Department of Speech Pathology & Audiology at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR), School of Medicine, is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor non-tenure track, clinical and academic Audiologist. The position is a full-time, 12-month appointment with anticipated start date of July 1, 2025. Priority consideration deadline for applications is 6/25/2025.

 

The ideal candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm and excellence for scholarship, the opportunity to foster student development, and contributing to the growth and development of higher education programming. This candidate will also demonstrate collaboration; strategic thinking; a high level of communication skills including verbal, written and active listening; a willingness to implement change as appropriate and a commitment to professionalism in practice. Alignment with our core values is a must: people are our strength, we serve with integrity, we innovate and improve, and we succeed with trust and respect. 

 

UNR is a land grant university in the State of Nevada. Nevada is a growing state with vast medical needs including the demand for well-trained speech-language pathologists and audiologists. The UNR speech pathology and audiology department (UNR-SPA) aims to fill the gap by preparing students to become exceptional clinicians by cultivating an interactive learning environment that promotes critical thinking through the introduction to scientific rigor. UNR-SPA offers B.S. in speech-language pathology and audiology, M.S., and Ph.D. programs in speech-language pathology. The graduate program is CAA-accredited. The department offers a comprehensive university-based speech and hearing clinic in partnership with University Health, operated by Renown Health. The department provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of individuals of all ages in our region. In addition, we offer specialty clinical experiences in cleft palate, autism, language, literacy, aphasia, swallowing, and voice. The full-time faculty work together to support each other and the missions of the department and university with culturally responsive practices. Tenured  and non-tenured faculty members are active in teaching, clinical supervision and education, and service; tenured/tenure-track faculty have research responsibilities. 

 

·         Doctoral degree from an educational program accredited by ASHA or the Commission for Audiology Education. 

·         Nevada Licenses in Audiology and Dispensing Audiologist (or be eligible).  

·         Certifications: ASHA CCC-A or F-AAA 

·         Minimum of three years of clinical experience. 

·         Ability to work in an interdisciplinary capacity with health care professionals across the university and the community. 

 

·         College-level, didactic teaching experience. 

·         Experience in and ability to provide clinical education and supervision to students. 

·         Ability to provide treatment across the lifespan (pediatric and adult populations) including diagnostic, intervention, and counseling services. Clinical responsibilities may include hearing aid related services, cochlear implant services, vestibular evaluations, audiologic (re)habilitation, and/or applicant’s area of expertise.  

·         Committed to culturally responsive practices in diverse and inclusive contexts and communities. 

·         Dedicated to applying current best-practices to classroom teaching and clinical education. 

·         Interested in fostering the development of students to become professional leaders. 

·         Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. 

 

Duties & Responsibilities 

Provide didactic and clinical instruction during fall, spring, and summer semesters to support the educational mission of the department. This may include teaching undergraduate (BS) degree audiology focused courses, practical training of undergraduate students interested in the audiology field, and potential mentoring/training of speech pathology Master of Science graduate students. Provision of clinical services during the 12-month calendar year. Specific assignments are dependent on departmental needs and the background of the individual. 

 

Primary responsibilities: 

·         Classroom teaching of undergraduate and/or graduate courses. 

·         Develop and manage curriculum, course content, and/or adapting coursework. 

·         Provide clinical education of undergraduate and/or graduate students through clinical supervision and mentoring. 

·         Provide clinical services to clients and their families [30%] 

·         Lead independent study academic experiences for students. 

·         Mentor, advise, and participate on student committees. 

·         Service to department, school, university, and/or profession by serving on committees that are appropriate to the mission of the Department. 

·         Academic advising of graduate students may be required. 

Assistant Professor

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Academic Faculty. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience

For more information on the University and the School of Medicine, please visit https://med.unr.edu 

For more information on the Department of Speech Pathology & Audiology, please visit https://med.unr.edu/speech-pathology 

Tara Doerring

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