Adjunct Faculty - Undergraduate Communication Disorders - Audiology; remote​/asynchronous

Position Overview

ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of Churches of Christ. This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU. Reports to the Program Director for Communication Disorders. The position is part of the faculty team working together to support online students in their pursuits of a Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders.

Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Attention to detail and follow through.
• Time management skills.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Computer proficiency.
• Excellent verbal communication, written communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Provide quality instruction and support to students while maintaining academic and university standards.
• Ability to collaborate or work independently as the situation requires.

• Microsoft Word, Excel, Access
• Google Calendar, Mail, Sheets and Docs
• Canvas and Bridge (online learning platforms)

• Professional: A doctoral degree in Audiology (AuD) from an accredited institution. Certification from the American Speech‑Language‑Hearing Association (CCC‑A).
• Prior online teaching experience in higher education is strongly preferred.
• Computer literate in software and internet‑based applications.

• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to view and manage roles and responsibilities in relation to larger mission, goals and perspective of the university.
• Collaborative nature, with the ability to build consensus.
• Outstanding organizational and project management skills with the ability to consistently meet deadlines.
• Self‑motivated and solves problems, asking for input and initiating solutions as appropriate and reasonable.
• Capacity to quickly learn new software applications.
• Willingness to receive additional training and/or faculty mentoring.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment when interacting with students, other faculty and staff.

Majority of work is performed in front of a computer and on the telephone; must have the ability to use the computer and remain stationary for long periods of time. Manage conversations in person, online and by telephone. Work well under pressure and manage stress well. Communicate clearly: speak, read, write, and hear clearly to perform essential functions.

ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.

ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire.