Clinical Assistant Professor University of Kansas

Position Overview
The University of Kansas, Schiefelbusch Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic invites applications for a full-time 12-month non-tenure track faculty position as Clinical Assistant Professor in Audiology beginning as early as January 1, 2026. All and intersecting areas of expertise into basic and applied aspects of communication sciences and disorders will be considered, including but not limited to audiologic assessment, pediatric and adult hearing care, aural habilitation/rehabilitation, and hearing assistive technology (HAT). The Department of Speech-Language-Hearing ( ) expects its faculty to contribute to the mission and goals of the Department and School in the areas of teaching, scholarship, service and practice.

As a department, we strive to create an environment where differences are valued and respected, and all people have an equitable opportunity for success. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and culturally responsive environment through training, communication, and experiences that support individual growth and development for leadership, learning, and service in an increasingly interconnected society. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the US prior to the start of the position.

The University of Kansas is a Carnegie doctoral/research-extensive university. Current enrollment is over 30,000 as of Fall 2024 (19,000 undergraduate), with students drawn from 110 nations and all 50 states. The 1,000-acre main campus is in Lawrence, a community of 95,000 in hilly northeast Kansas that lies about 35 miles west of Kansas City. Lawrence has a lively downtown and a thriving arts and music scene, and its local government has enacted ordinances supporting equality for all members of its population. Lawrence also offers numerous sports and recreational opportunities, local shops, and a wide range of good restaurants.
Job Description
60% Teaching

• Includes clinical audiological instruction each fall, spring, and summer for undergraduate and graduate students
• Advising and mentoring students in coursework as an academic advisor and a member of AuD research project committees, when appropriate. Includes development and review of Comprehensive Examination questions related to coursework and expertise for the year one and year two examinations.
• University teaching is at least one course per year

20% Service

• Participate in service to the Department, College, University; service to the profession through participation and/or leadership on state and national committees

10% Scholarly Work

• Engage in professional scholarship such as presenting at state and national conferences; publishing articles and chapters; grant reviews or grant submissions

10% Professional Performance

• Engage in direct assessment and treatment services of communication disorders, specifically within the domain of hearing health. These services include audiologic diagnostic evaluation, and (re)habilitative treatment of auditory disorders including hearing aid fitting and maintenance, aural rehabilitation, and preventative hearing conservation.

Required Qualifications
Evaluation of the following required qualifications will be made through 1) descriptions of work and educational experiences in letter of application, and 2) record of accomplishments and productivity addressed in CV/resume.

1. Clinical Doctorate in Audiology (AuD)
2. At least 3 years of experience providing clinical audiological services
3. Current Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association or ability to obtain or reactivate CCC-A.
4. Eligibility for state of Kansas licensure in audiology and license to Fit and Dispense Hearing Instruments.

Contact Information to Applicants
Dr. Matt Gillispie, PhD, Search Committee Chair at ...
Additional Candidate Instruction
Applicants must be submitted online at . A complete application consists of:

• A cover letter describing interest in and qualifications for the position.
• A current and complete curriculum vitae or resume listing record of accomplishments and expertise.
• The names, addresses, phone number and email addresses of at least three professional references.

Only complete applications will be considered. Other documentation may be requested. Finalists will be required to submit to a background investigation, interview and presentation in their area of clinical expertise.

Review of applications will begin on September 2, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Matt Gillispie, PhD, Search Committee Chair at ...

Advertised Salary Range
$79,000 - $84,000
Application Review Begins
02-Sep-2025
Anticipated Start Date
01-Jan-2026
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
FTE
1.0
Reg/Temp
Regular
Employee Class
A-Unclassified Academic Staff
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