What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Associate Professor position at Career Center at Portland State University?
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Position Details
Proposed Start Date 09/16/2026 Rank B - Associate Professor Working Title Clinical Associate Professor Position Number D97500 Representation AU - AAUP Faculty Type Non-Tenure Track Continuous Fixed Term End Date: Position FTE 1 Term of Service 9 month
Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.
More than 22,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.
Position Summary
The Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences (SPHR) at Portland State University is seeking well-qualified applicants for a non-tenure track position at the Associate Clinical Professor level, beginning September 16, 2026. This core SPHR faculty member will provide academic and clinical instruction in the field of speech-language pathology.
This is a 1.0 FTE 9-month position with full benefits.
Responsibilities
The program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech- Language Pathology (CAA). SPHR graduate and undergraduate students meet pre-professional and professional requirements as required by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. This is an appointment for individuals who are licensed and certified professionals recognized within the field of speech-language pathology. Applicants must hold a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and either hold or be eligible for Oregon state licensure. The SPHR Department is committed to building a diverse faculty. Responsibilities include academic and clinical instruction in the following areas:
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Professional Standards of Conduct
At Portland State University, all employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner which maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff. It is the responsibility of every member of the Portland State University community to conduct themselves in accordance with our PSU Professional Standards of Conduct which are available at https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/professional-standards-conduct-policy.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting annual salary for this position will be between $90,324 and $ 90,864. An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools: https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview. Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package: https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator
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Search Details
Posting Close Date Projected Close Date for Posting Open Until Finalists Identified Application screening begins 05/15/2026 Will you consider an ABD applicant for this position? No If yes, when must the degree be earned? If necessary, would you be willing to sponsor the succcessful applicant for permanent US residence, now or in the future? No
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Required Documents
Position Details
Proposed Start Date 09/16/2026 Rank B - Associate Professor Working Title Clinical Associate Professor Position Number D97500 Representation AU - AAUP Faculty Type Non-Tenure Track Continuous Fixed Term End Date: Position FTE 1 Term of Service 9 month
Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.
More than 22,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.
Position Summary
The Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences (SPHR) at Portland State University is seeking well-qualified applicants for a non-tenure track position at the Associate Clinical Professor level, beginning September 16, 2026. This core SPHR faculty member will provide academic and clinical instruction in the field of speech-language pathology.
This is a 1.0 FTE 9-month position with full benefits.
Responsibilities
The program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech- Language Pathology (CAA). SPHR graduate and undergraduate students meet pre-professional and professional requirements as required by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. This is an appointment for individuals who are licensed and certified professionals recognized within the field of speech-language pathology. Applicants must hold a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and either hold or be eligible for Oregon state licensure. The SPHR Department is committed to building a diverse faculty. Responsibilities include academic and clinical instruction in the following areas:
- Clinic coordination and supervision, including related seminars for speech-language pathology graduate students related to adult and/or pediatric clinical populations.
- Undergraduate and/or graduate academic teaching. Instruction includes up to five courses per year related to adult and/or pediatric speech and language pathology topics.
- Perform regular university and departmental administrative and service duties, including committee work, graduate selection, comprehensive exam review, advising, curriculum/program development, graduation and orientation events, and professionally related community engagement.
- Earned master’s degree in speech-language pathology
- Minimum of six years post-certification professional practice broad-scope clinical speech-language pathology experience
- Minimum of three years of professional practice teaching in an academic setting to include direct clinical instruction/supervision experience with student clinicians, including evaluation/feedback and clinical competency development.
- Evidence of effectiveness in professional instruction, including materials indicating command of the academic and/or clinical subject matter
- Experience in clinical instruction, mentoring, or supervision in a healthcare/educational setting.
- Ability to motivate, mentor/advise, and assess students Creative and effective use of teaching methods, and evidence of effective engagement of a professional nature
- ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence Oregon Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology license (or eligible for licensure upon hire)
- Eligibility to provide supervision under ASHA and Oregon rules
- Demonstrated competence providing diagnosis and treatment across at least one major practice area of speech language pathology
- Terminal degree in Speech Language Pathology or related field (e.g., Ph.D, Ed.D, clinical doctorate)
- Knowledge of and ability to comply with HIPAA/FERPA, mandated reporting, and professional ethics (ASHA Code of Ethics)
- Clinical instruction/supervision of graduate-level speech-language pathology students from an accredited institution
- Nine or more years post-certification professional experience
- Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
- Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
- Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
- Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Professional Standards of Conduct
At Portland State University, all employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner which maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff. It is the responsibility of every member of the Portland State University community to conduct themselves in accordance with our PSU Professional Standards of Conduct which are available at https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/professional-standards-conduct-policy.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting annual salary for this position will be between $90,324 and $ 90,864. An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools: https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview. Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package: https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator
Application Instructions
Additional Information Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)
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- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Professional References – only finalists will have references contacted
Search Details
Posting Close Date Projected Close Date for Posting Open Until Finalists Identified Application screening begins 05/15/2026 Will you consider an ABD applicant for this position? No If yes, when must the degree be earned? If necessary, would you be willing to sponsor the succcessful applicant for permanent US residence, now or in the future? No
Reference Requests
Reference Requests
Accept References No Minimum Number of References 0 Maximum Number of References Cutoff Date Special Instruction for Reference Provider
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Professional References