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Adjunct Faculty - Department of Speech, Language, and Communication
Sciences
The Department of Speech, Language, and Communication Sciences
(SLCS) at Xavier University invites applications for Adjunct
Instructors beginning immediately. We seek a collaborative educator
who is excited to contribute to a new academic program and whose
teaching and clinical expertise will strengthen the Department's
undergraduate curriculum in speech-language pathology.
SLCS currently offers an undergraduate program in speech, language,
and communication sciences, with a graduate program in
speech-language pathology planned to launch in 2031. Consistent
with Xavier University's mission, the Department seeks to equip
students with the competence and conscience necessary to serve
individuals with communication disorders and the professionals and
communities who support them.
The Department of Speech, Language, and Communication Sciences is
part of the
College of Health and Human Sciences . CHHS
is a leader in experiential learning: 100% of our undergraduate and
graduate programs require hands-on learning through field
placements, internships, research experiences, and clinical
opportunities. In the College of Health and Human Sciences, our
commitment to exceptional teaching and mentoring drives us. We
focus on scholarship and service in a variety of fields that make a
direct and meaningful impact on others. We intentionally strive to
create a learning experience that supports all students,
incorporates a broad range of perspectives, and fosters an
environment of belonging. In alignment with Xavier's Jesuit
Catholic mission and Statement of Purpose to “form students who
change the world for the better,” we are united across our diverse
areas by the shared mission of
changing human lives for the
better.
Many of our College programs, including the Department of Speech,
Language, and Communication Sciences, are part of Xavier Health,
the University's integrated health initiative connecting a broad
portfolio of programs and creating opportunities for collaboration
across disciplines. Xavier Health offers more than 15 undergraduate
and 12 graduate pathways, more than 500 community partnership
sites, and connections across disciplines that contribute to health
and human well-being. Xavier Health prepares servant-leaders
through real-world experiences and Jesuit Catholic formation that
puts the whole person at the center of care.
The successful candidate will:
- Teach undergraduate courses in speech-language pathology, and
later, graduate-level curriculum as the Department's graduate
program develops toward its planned 2031 launch;
Supervise students in clinical and practicum experiences as
part of SLCS's experiential learning sequence;
Advise and mentor undergraduate (and, in time, graduate)
students.
Required Qualifications
- A masters, clinical doctorate, or Ph.D. in Speech-Language
Pathology, Communication Sciences and Disorders, or a closely
related field.
- A Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language
Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing
Association (ASHA).
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- A commitment to student advising and mentoring.
- A commitment to the missions of the Department of Speech,
Language, and Communication Sciences and Xavier University,
including Xavier's Jesuit Catholic educational tradition.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supervising students in a clinical, practicum, or
clinical fellowship (CFY) setting (any one of these is
sufficient).
- Evidence of effective college- or university-level teaching or
demonstrated potential for teaching excellence.
- We welcome applicants with clinical and research interests
across all areas of speech-language pathology.
- Experience teaching undergraduate courses in speech-language
pathology or communication sciences and disorders.
Review of applications is ongoing, based on timing and
semester-to-semester needs.
To receive full consideration, applicants should submit: (1) a
letter of interest; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) evidence of
teaching effectiveness, such as student or peer evaluations, if
available, combined into a single file; and (4) the names and
contact information of three professional references. The letter of
interest should address the position's qualifications and describe
the applicant's teaching philosophy and clinical and supervisory
experience (as applicable). Application materials should be
submitted through
December 1, 2026.
Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Carrie
Rountrey, Chair of the Department of Speech, Language, and
Communication Sciences and Search Committee Chair, at
rountreyc@xavier.edu or 513-745-4286. Administrative
inquiries may be directed to Cathy Lee at
leec29@xavier.edu or 513-745-3518. We are happy to
advise you on courses for which we are currently seeking
instructors.
Benefits - applies only to full-time positions:
Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and
affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational,
health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility
varies by position and employment class:
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision
and prescription coverage.
- Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts,
flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
- Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance,
accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick
leave and holidays.
- Tuition remission for employees and their eligible
dependents.