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Position Information

**Position/Rank** Assistant/Associate Professor (Clinical)

**Department** 00199 - Communication Sci & Disorders

**City** Salt Lake City, UT

**Track** Non Tenure Track

**New Position to Begin** July 1, 2025

Details

University of Utah, College of Health

Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders

(Clinical) Track, Career-line Faculty Announcement

Assistant/Associate Professor (Clinical), (Clinical) Track, Career-line Position

The Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders in the College of Health at the University of Utah is please to announce a full-time, twelve-month, Career-line faculty position at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor (Clinical), (Clinical) Track, beginning July 1, 2025.

The (Clinical) Track position focuses on clinical supervision and instruction within the University of Utah Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic. The successful candidate will work closely with Doctor of Audiology (AuD) students in a direct patient-care setting serving individuals across the lifespan, from pediatrics through geriatrics.

Areas of desired specialization include pediatric audiology, aural rehabilitation, amplification, cochlear implants, auditory neuroscience, electrophysiology and vestibular assessment/rehabilitation; however, applicants with expertise in other areas will also be considered. The candidate will join a team of audiologist with diverse specialties and will contribute to clinical education in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

In addition to clinical teaching, clinical faculty may serve on departmental and university committees and may be assigned to teach academic courses at the discretion of the Department Chair. Salaried, benefit-eligible clinical faculty are expected to attend department meetings and required university meetings.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Doctorate of Audiology (AuD) or PhD in Audiology.

2. Current Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology granted by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Associate ( ASHA , CCC -A).

3. Current Utah license to practice audiology.

4. Previous experience with clinical student supervision is preferred.

5. At least one year of experience as a practicing audiologist.

Duties and Responsibilities in the University of Utah Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic:

1. Clinical supervision of AuD graduate students in the Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic and contracted off-campus facilities as assigned by the Director of Clinical Education – Audiology, with approval by the AuD Program Director.

2. Supervise graduate students in developing and completing required clinical documentation (i.e., chart notes, diagnostic reports, patient data systems, EMR , etc.).

3. See patients, as needed, during semester breaks for audiology services such as hearing aid fittings, hearing aid follow-ups, and hearing aid troubleshooting appointments.

4. Have the opportunity to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses.

5. Complete documentation required for third-party billing, adhere to required deadlines and provide documentation/explanations for hearing aid billing.

6. Complete student performance documentation and revise student clinic paperwork; adhere to required deadlines.

7. Attend regularly scheduled faculty meetings (clinical, audiology, and department.)

8. Maintain accurate records of supplies used and hearing aids ordered. All orders must comply with department, university, and state purchasing guidelines.

9. Maintain compliance with departmental policies and ASHA requirements regarding required standards for supervising graduate student clinicians’ treatment and diagnostic activities.

10. Attend continuing education activities to maintain ASHA CCC and Utah State licensure CEU requirements.

11. Complete annual required University training as assigned by Human Resources to meet university standards

12. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Clinical Education – Audiology, AuD Program Director, and/or Department Chair.

**University/Program:** The University of Utah is a Doctoral/Research Extensive University with 33,000 students from every state and over 100 foreign countries. The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (**https://health.utah.edu/communication-sciences-and-disorders**) is located in the College of Health and currently includes 32 full-time faculty, 120 undergraduate students and 125 graduate students. Both the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology programs are CAA accredited. Our Speech-Language Hearing Clinic and affiliated medical centers (e.g., University Hospital, Primary Children’s Hospital, Salt Lake City VA) provide excellent opportunities for research collaboration and community engagement.

**Community:** Salt Lake City is a beautiful city of 250,000 in a major metropolitan area of 1.5 million, nestled in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains. Utah’s great outdoors are close by, offering activities from world class skiing, hiking, and mountain biking in the spectacular canyons surrounding the city. The city is cosmopolitan with theater, the arts, sports, entertainment, and nightlife. The Wasatch Front has an award-winning transit system, allowing easy access to all parts of Salt Lake County and areas surrounding. Salt Lake City has been consistently rated as one of the best cities in the United States to live and work.

**Application:** Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application including (1) a statement of professional experience/interests in document labeled “Teaching Statement” (2) curriculum vitae and (3) contact information for three professional references.

Please apply at this link:**https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/180267**

**For information contact** :

Mark Rasmussen, AuD, CCC -A, CP S/A

Assistant Professor (Clinical)

Chair of Search Committee

University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:

https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“ URS ”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Special Instructions for Candidates

Application:** Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application including (1) a statement of research and teaching experience/interests, (2) curriculum vitae and (3) contact information for three professional references.Please apply at this link:**https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/180267

**Open Date** 04/08/2025

Close Date

**Open Until Filled** Yes

**Requisition Number** PRN03800F

**Type** Faculty