Faculty Member, Speech Language Pathology / Communication Sciences & Disorders

Company Description

Keypath Education is supporting our university partners in building a pool of persons qualified to teach as faculty in Speech-Language Pathology and Communication Sciences & Disorders programs.

We are seeking qualified faculty to join our adjunct faculty pool for future openings in Speech-Language Pathology and Communication Sciences and Disorders programs. As part of this role, selected candidates will be considered for teaching opportunities on an as-needed basis to support students in clinical, didactic, or research settings.

Candidates will be considered for a range of roles within an SLP/CSD program which may include full or part-time faculty, program track coordination, and/or program leadership.

Job Description

The ideal candidate will contribute to the academic and clinical excellence of university programs by engaging in high-quality teaching, research and/or service activities. The faculty member will contribute to strong student outcomes and program success by working collaboratively with colleagues and students to advance the field of speech-language pathology and communication sciences and disorders, and preparing future practitioners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teaching
  • Develop and deliver undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses in speech-language pathology, communication sciences, and related areas.
  • Mentor and advise students in academic, research, and clinical practice areas.
  • Supervise clinical practicum experiences and provide guidance in clinical decision-making.
  • Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment efforts to ensure alignment with current best practices and accreditation standards.
• Service
  • Participate in departmental, college, and university committees and initiatives.
  • Contribute to community outreach programs and services related to speech-language pathology and communication sciences.
  • Provide service to the profession through involvement in professional organizations and committees.
  • Assist with student recruitment, admissions, and retention efforts.
• Research
  • Engage in scholarly research activities in areas related to speech-language pathology, communication disorders, or related fields.
  • Pursue external funding to support research initiatives.
  • Collaborate with faculty and students on interdisciplinary research projects.
  • Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and develop proposals for relevant national and international conferences. 

Qualifications

Required:

• Earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders, or a closely related field.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing-Association (ASHA)
• Eligibility for state licensure in Speech-Language Pathology (state requirement will vary)
• Evidence of effective teaching and student mentorship in a higher education setting.
• A record of scholarly research and publication in relevant areas.

Preferred:

• Prior experience in academic teaching in postsecondary setting, especially online and hybrid teaching modalities
• Expertise in specific areas such as pediatric speech and language disorders, adult neurogenic communication disorders, voice disorders, or augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)
• Experience with program accreditation processes, such as CAA accreditation
• Experience in supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, access and belonging initiatives
• Scholarly record and a history of securing external funding for research

Application process:

• Interested candidates should submit the following:
  • A cover letter addressing how your qualifications and experiences make you the ideal candidate for the role.
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Statement of teaching philosophy
  • A list of courses by program taught/developed

Additional Information

Our university partners are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.