What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Clinical Professor position at Portland State University, College of Urban and Public Affairs?
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Position Details
Proposed Start Date 09/16/2026 Rank CC - Asst Clinical Professor Working Title Assistant Clinical Professor Position Number D97502 Representation AU - AAUP Faculty Type Non-Tenure Track Continuous Fixed Term End Date: Position FTE 1.0 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 Assistant Clinical Professor level, beginning September 16, 2026. This core SPHR faculty member will provide academic and clinical instruction primarily in the area of adult medical speech-language pathology. This is a 1.0 FTE 9-month position with full benefits.
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 requirements as required by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. This appointment is for individuals who are licensed and certified professionals or practitioners recognized in the field of adult medical 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.
Responsibilities include academic and clinical instruction primarily in the following areas:
Qualifications
Primary Activity I - Instructional Minimum Qualifications
Priority Will Be Given To Those Candidates Who Have
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.
Environmental Stewardship 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 www.pdx.edu/hr/professional-standards-conduct.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting annual salary for this position will range between $76,239 – $80,000. 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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Search Details
Posting Close Date Projected Close Date for Posting Open Until Filled Application screening begins 05/11/2026 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
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Required Documents
Position Details
Proposed Start Date 09/16/2026 Rank CC - Asst Clinical Professor Working Title Assistant Clinical Professor Position Number D97502 Representation AU - AAUP Faculty Type Non-Tenure Track Continuous Fixed Term End Date: Position FTE 1.0 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 Assistant Clinical Professor level, beginning September 16, 2026. This core SPHR faculty member will provide academic and clinical instruction primarily in the area of adult medical speech-language pathology. This is a 1.0 FTE 9-month position with full benefits.
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 requirements as required by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. This appointment is for individuals who are licensed and certified professionals or practitioners recognized in the field of adult medical 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.
Responsibilities include academic and clinical instruction primarily in the following areas:
- Clinical coordination and supervision, including related seminars for speech-language pathology graduate students related to medical adult clinic populations.
- Undergraduate and/or graduate academic teaching. Instruction includes up to five courses per year related to adult and/or pediatric medical speech and language pathology topics.
Qualifications
Primary Activity I - Instructional Minimum Qualifications
- Earned master’s degree in speech-language pathology
- A minimum of six years post-certification professional experience
- Minimum of four years, broad-scope clinical speech-language pathology experience in a medical setting
- 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 medical speech language pathology
Priority Will Be Given To Those Candidates Who Have
- Terminal degree in Speech Language Pathology or related field (e.g., Ph.D, Ed.D, clinical doctorate)
- Experience in clinical instruction, mentoring, or supervision in a healthcare/educational setting.
- Knowledge of and ability to comply with HIPPA/FERPA, mandated reporting, and professional ethics (ASHA Code of Ethics)
- One year of clinical supervision of graduate speech-language pathology students from an accredited institution
- Ability to provide bilingual services
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.
Environmental Stewardship 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 www.pdx.edu/hr/professional-standards-conduct.
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting annual salary for this position will range between $76,239 – $80,000. 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.)
Please Upload
- 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 Filled Application screening begins 05/11/2026 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 (*).
- * How did you first find out about this position?
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- Indeed
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Higher Ed Jobs
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- Referral
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- If you selected Other, please describe. (Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Professional References