"Assistant Professor - Clinical Track, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders"

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) is searching for an on-site faculty member who will contribute to the department’s clinical teaching, service, and scholarly missions as a simulation program coordinator. Simulation is crucial to student learning and accumulation of clinical hours and competencies required for graduation. This is a 12-month, full-time Assistant Professor - Clinical track position (1.0 FTE) with commensurate with education and experience. The preferred start date is Fall 2026.

Essential Functions

• The overarching duties of this role would include curriculum development, clinical supervision and training, coordination, and development of simulation efforts primarily in MA-SLP programs with support for other departmental programs.
• The simulation coordinator will be responsible for the development and maintenance of a comprehensive simulation curriculum that complements and enhances traditional clinical education experiences.
• The simulation coordinator will design, implement, evaluate, and manage simulation opportunities targeting essential clinical competencies across disorder areas, service delivery settings, and populations.
• Furthermore, they will integrate simulation learning outcomes with course objectives, ASHA’s Knowledge and Skills Acquisition (KASA) standards, and program accreditation requirements.
• The coordinator will ensure simulations promote interprofessional education (IPE) and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• While simulation curriculum development and clinical supervision is central to this position, instruction, service, and scholarship activities are also required, consistent with the missions and faculty evaluative criteria of the University, College, and Department.
• The simulation coordinator will collaborate with faculty, clinical instructors, and community partners to embed simulation experiences into academic and clinical settings. They will provide training in simulation pedagogy, development, debriefing, and reflective techniques, and support the integration of clinical decision-making, professional communication, and ethical reasoning into simulation activities.
• This role will also include duties as a resource and collaborator to course instructors within the college and Academic Health Center for classroom-based simulation activities.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s (or higher) in Speech-Language Pathology
• Current CCC-SLP (or eligibility).
• Current license to practice speech language pathology in Ohio (or eligibility)
• At least three (3) years of clinical experience
• At least three (3) years of supervisory experience graduate students and/or CFs
• Current knowledge and skill in the use of computer technology
• Strong organizational skills; strong interpersonal skills including communication, problem solving, counseling, conflict management, and follow-through
• Ability to work independently
• Interest, ability, and commitment to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to assist with tasks assigned by Department Chair

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing/using simulation-based education in SLP or healthcare/educational environments.
• Knowledge of best practices for supervision and student assessment in simulation activities.
• Knowledge of best practices in simulation debriefing and reflection
• Experience with simulation platforms
• Certification in healthcare simulation or related certification
• Experience with communication modalities/Alternative Augmentative Communication devices, software, platforms
• Competency and certification in instrumental evaluations: FEES (Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing) certified or experience, MBS (Modified Barium Swallow) competence, PMV (Passy-Muir Valve) experience and patient education.
• Prior experience in academic teaching/instruction
• Experience with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, CALIPSO)
• Clinical Specialty Certification(s)
• Active in professional activities at local, state, and/or national levels
• Experience in clinic management/administration

Application Requirements

• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• Simulation and Supervision Statement
  In a statement of500 words or less, describe your vision and proposed plan for integrating clinical simulation training into the speech-language pathology program at the University of Cincinnati. Explain how synchronous/asynchronous simulation-based education can enhance the development of students’ clinical knowledge, skills, and professional behaviors, and detail the specific simulation techniques and methods you would use. Be sure to address how your approach connects to evidence-based practice, principles of student supervision, and learner-centered pedagogy.
• Contact information for three (3) references
• Course evaluations will be requested from applicants who have prior teaching experience if selected for an on-campus interview

Applicants without a cover letter or CV/Resume will not be considered.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary range $80,000 - $85,000 based on qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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