Clinical Assistant Professor

Clinical Assistant Professor

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Position Number: 00077127

Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)


Job Summary
This Clinical Assistant Professor position will act as a clinical educator in the UWM Communication Sciences & Disorders program, supervising and training student clinicians each semester engaged in assessment and treatment appropriate to meet or exceed ASHA requirements in the area of adult neurologic communication disorders. The successful candidate will have excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. In addition, they will also demonstrate a commitment to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in the profession and in academia.

This is a 12-month position. The primary responsibilities of this position will include clinical education (85%) and department, college and university service (15%).



Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in speech-language pathology
• Three years of professional experience in a medical environment
• ASHA certificate of clinical competence
• Wisconsin state license in speech-language pathology
• Experience in clinical supervision of semester length placements for at least two students

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising at least five students, with one supervision experience taking place within the last 5 years.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching/clinical instruction.
• Experience supervising undergraduate or graduate student clinicians within a university clinic setting.
• Experience working with people from diverse cultural, educational and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Completion of a program development or quality improvement project/in-service related to medical Speech Language Pathology.

Application Instructions
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:

• A cover letter addressing your education/experience as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications
• A resume or curriculum vita
• A document listing the names and contact information for three professional references with a preference that one be an individual who could attest to your clinical supervision skills. Include contact information to include telephone number and email address.
• Please include a written document that addresses the following prompt: Describe how you would cultivate a student-centered, innovative instructional environment that includes dynamic and engaging clinical experiences.

Finalists may be required to submit transcripts, as well as a copy of ASHA certificate of clinical competence and current Wisconsin state license in speech-language pathology or audiology.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.

Legal Notices AA/EO Statement

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

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Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/36643




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