Lecturer – Speech Language Pathology

November 29, 2023

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About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth’s flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public
research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in
the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers.
In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith
College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.

Job Description

The School of Public
Health and Health Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst (www.umass.edu/sphh
s)
is seeking talented applicants for a full-time, non-tenure track speech-language pathology lecturer position
(9-month appointment) in the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. Opportunities exist for summer teaching, which would be
compensated for in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement. The initial appointment period is two years with the
possibility
of renewal.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing in-person and/or online teaching at the
undergraduate and/or graduate levels. Providing service to the department, university, community, and profession is also expected,
including participation on committees, projects, and other activities that support the university, college, and departmental mission.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a minimum of a Master’s degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing
Sciences or a related field from an accredited university or college, with a doctoral degree preferred. A Certificate of Clinical
Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) is preferred. Demonstrated record of teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level is
preferred.

Additional Information

Because broad diversity is essential to an inclusive climate and
critical to the University’s goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will holistically assess the many qualifications of each
applicant and favorably consider an individual’s record working with students and colleagues with broadly diverse perspectives,
experiences, and backgrounds in educational, research or other work activities. We will also favorably consider experience overcoming or
helping others overcome barriers to an academic degree and career.

Application Instructions

Along
with a formal application, please submit 3 references or letters of recommendation.

The University is committed to active
recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other
protected group members. Because broad diversity is essential to an inclusive climate and critical to the University’s goals of achieving
excellence in all areas, we will holistically assess the many qualifications of each applicant and favorably consider an individual’s
record working with students and colleagues with broadly diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds in educational, research or
other work activities. We will also favorably consider experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic career and
degree.



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