Lecturer Speech Path and Audiology

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The Department of Speech Pathology & Audiology at the University of Nevada Reno (UNR) within the School of Medicine invites applicants to apply for a 12-month non-tenure track position.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm for clinical and classroom teaching the opportunity to foster student development and contributing to the growth and development of higher education programming. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate collaboration; strategic thinking; a high level of communication skills including verbal written and active listening; openness and adaptability to change and a commitment to professionalism in practice. Alignment with the UNR School of Medicine core values is a must: people are our strength we serve with integrity we innovate and improve and we succeed with trust and respect.

The anticipated start date is 8/1/2026.

Required Qualifications

• Masters or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders
• Holds a Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC-SLP)
• Holds or eligible for Nevada State License in SLP
• Holds or eligible for Nevada Department of Education License in SLP

• English proficiency both spoken and written

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrates clinical expertise or willingness to become competent in pediatric evaluation and treatment specifically in the areas of dysphagia/feeding and swallowing augmentative and alternative communication and aural rehabilitation.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the field of Speech-Language Pathology.
• Experience working in pediatric school or clinical settings (e.g. early intervention K-12 schools private practice and/or outpatient facilities).
• Experience supervising graduate students/interns for a minimum of three years after earning the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC).
• Committed to applying current best-practices to teaching and clinical education
• Interested in fostering the development of students to become professional leaders
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary capacity with health care and education professionals across the university and the community
• Completed a minimum of two hours of continuing education in clinical supervision.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply

Duties & Responsibilities

Provide didactic and clinical instruction during the 12-month calendar year to support the educational mission of the department. This will include involvement in our Bachelors degree and Master of Science in speech-language pathology programs. The person in this position will provide clinical services to clients in the university-based clinic (University Health as operated by Renown Health) provide clinical instruction/education to graduate students within the university-based clinic and/or in community-based settings in local and rural Northern Nevada areas. Duties may include assisting with advising and recruitment efforts. Specific assignments are dependent on departmental needs and the background and skills of the applicant.

Compensation Grade

To view the salary schedule for this position please visit: Salary Schedules and select Academic Faculty (12-month) Instructor. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.

Total Compensation

The total compensation package includes a negotiable competitive salary moving allowance (if applicable) a rich retirement plan health insurance options that include dental and vision life insurance long-term disability annual and sick leave along with many other benefits. Additionally there is a grant-in-aid educational benefit for faculty and dependents. For more information please visit: Information

UNR is a land grant university in the State of Nevada. Nevada is a growing state with vast healthcare and educational needs including the demand for well-trained speech-language pathologists. The UNR speech pathology and audiology department (UNR-SPA) aim 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. M.S. and Ph.D. programs. 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 addition we offer specialty clinical experiences in cleft palate autism language literacy aphasia swallowing and voice. The department faculty work together to support each other and the missions of the department and university with culturally responsive practices.

For more information about the Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology please visit Information

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Contacts

Tara Doerring

Search Coordinator

1) Resume/CV

2) Letters of Application (Cover letter)

3) Three professional references (include name title company/organization email address phone number)

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