Inst/Ast Professor - Fixed Term

Working/Functional Title Inst/Ast Professor - Fixed Term ### Position Summary The Department of Communicative Sciences and Disorders (CSD) at Michigan State University is seeking outstanding candidates for anticipated fixed-term (non-tenure stream) faculty positions. These are part-time positions but with the possibility of increasing to full time. Primary responsibilities will include one or more of the following: - Teaching CSD courses either online or on campus - Supervision of clinical experiences of CSD master's degree students - Supporting clinical placement efforts for CSD masters students - Planning and executing departmental activities and events that support CSD students and faculty, including overseeing the efforts of student workers. - Other activities that support the overall educational mission of the department as assigned by the chair of the department. This person will report to the chair of the department. Depending on the combination of responsibilities assigned to this person, they will work closely with the directors of the undergraduate and graduate programs in CSD, including the master's program Director and Clinical Education Coordinator. ### Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. ### Required Degree Doctorate -Communicative Sciences and Disorders or other relevant field ### Minimum Requirements - A master's or Ph.D. This is an open rank posting and selected individuals will be hired at the title that aligns with their highest completed degree. - Candidates with a Ph.D. would be hired as Assistant Professor - Candidates with a master's degree would be hired as Instructor ### Desired Qualifications - Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association - Current license to practice as a speech-language pathologist and/or audiologist in Michigan, or eligibility for obtaining such a license - Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience as a speech-language pathologist (SLP) or audiologist - Experience supervising SLP Masters students in clinical practicum - Knowledge of the professional certification requirements for SLPs - Strong organization, communication, and decision-making skills - Proficiency in the use of databases and common office and communication applications ### Required Application Materials Applicants should electronically submit a letter of interest summarizing qualifications for the position and their vita or resume. ### Special Instructions To apply for this position, please refer to job posting number 1147388 and complete an electronic submission at the Michigan State University Employment Opportunities website . The search committee will begin its evaluation of applicants after July 23rd, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Please direct inquiries about this position to Dr. Jeff Searl, Search Committee Chair (phone: 517-353-8780; email: [email protected]). As an institution of higher learning, Michigan State University is committed to providing a safe environment for its students, faculty, and staff in support of its educational mission. With this commitment, the University conducts criminal background checks and professional misconduct reviews of all applicants for employm