Clinical Associate Professor

Overview

Posting details and position information are provided for the Clinical Associate Professor role. This includes responsibilities for clinical supervision, program coordination, and ensuring accreditation standards are met. The department offers a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and is part of NCCU in Durham, NC.

Working Title:

Clinical Associate Professor
Position Number: F617422
Appointment Type:
Fixed Term: 2 year
FTE: 1=9/10 month - Faculty only

The primary purpose is to provide clinical experiences that foster and provide graduate students the knowledge, skills, and clinical hours required to meet ASHA certification and NC licensure standards in Speech-Language Pathology, and to maintain accreditation by the Council for Academic Accreditation (CAA).

Service requirements include participating in service to the department, university, and the profession.

Responsibilities include:

• Supervising, evaluating, and mentoring students and participating in all aspects of clinical experiences.
• Maintaining documentation supporting clinical organization and for the policies and practices necessary to maintain accreditation.

Other functional areas include:

• Function Research: engage in scholarly activities that support the mission of the department and university.
• Function Public Service: provide clinical activities and service to the department, college, university and community as needed.

Candidates with expertise in clinical supervision and clinic management will receive preferential consideration. Candidates must work collaboratively with students and other stakeholders using an interprofessional framework and demonstrate awareness of trends in the profession and clinical education. Knowledge of CAA accreditation and ASHA certification standards is necessary. A senior candidate with experience in clinical education, supervision, and administration may be considered for the role of Clinical Assistant Director, coordinating external practicum placements for students.

Earned Master’s or PhD in a related field. The successful applicant will possess a master’s degree or clinical doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology, Certificate of Clinical Competence in SLP, and NC state licensure (or eligibility). Applicants must have at least three years of clinical experience as a certified SLP. Experience supervising graduate students in clinical placements is preferred.

Certificate of Clinical Competence in SLP and NC state licensure (or eligibility).

Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, NCCU is an equal opportunity employer. The University prohibits discrimination based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. The policy also covers recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, and related matters.

Open Date: 10/09/2025
Close Date:
Open Until Filled
Position Available: 07/01/2026

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3
• List of References

• DD-214 (Veterans Only)
• Licenses and/or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

Pre-Employment Requirements:
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks and education/license verification prior to employment. NCCU participates in E-Verify as required by federal law.

Employee benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include: accrued vacation and sick leave, community service leave, NC State health benefits, NCFlex (vision, dental, FSA, life insurance), 11–12 paid holidays, TSERS, optional 401k/403b/457 plans, Employee Assistance Program, campus recreation center discount, university bookstore discount, and more.

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