What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audiology Lecturer position at UMass Amherst?
Title: Audiology Lecturer
Executive Area: Academic Affairs
College/School/MBU: Public Health/ Health Sciences
Department: Speech Lang & Hearing Sci
Work Location: Amherst
Schedule:Full Time
Work Arrangement:Hybrid
Job Summary
The School of Public Health and Health Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst (www.umass.edu/sphhs)is seeking applicants for a full-time, non-tenure track lecturer position (9-month appointment) in the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences to teach in the area of Audiology. Opportunities exist for summer teaching, which would be compensated for in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement. The initial appointment period is two years with the possibility of renewal.
Essential Functions
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing in-person teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels including participation in the AuD capstone process. Providing service to the department, university, community, and profession is also expected. This includes participation on committees, projects, and other activities that support the university, college, and departmental mission.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualified candidates must hold a minimum of a graduate degree in Audiology, Hearing Sciences or a related field from an accredited university or college, with a PhD or equivalent preferred.
Candidates must possess the ability to teach clinically relevant courses.
A Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) is preferred.
A demonstrated record of teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level is required.
Additional Details
This position involves exercising considerable initiative, leadership, judgment, responsibility and decision-making.
Salary commensurate with experience.
This position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a standard office or indoor university environment and involves minimal physical exertion.
Work Schedule and Work Arrangement
M-F, variable
Salary Information
UMass Amherst expects to pay within an approximate range between $65,550 and $114,893 for this position.
Please note:
The low-end of the pay range in all faculty searches at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is the minimum salary for the rank included in the collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Massachusetts Society of Professors, UMass Amherst/MTA/NEA.
The high-end of the pay range reflects an increase above the median of salaries at this rank within the department for faculty who may have multiple years of faculty experience.
The specific pay for this position will be determined by the University based on consideration of all relevant factors when and if it decides to extend and offer of employment.
Special Instructions for Applicants
Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Applications should be submitted by this date to ensure full consideration. Anticipated start date is January 2027. The search will remain open until the position is filled.
To apply, please submit a:
Cover letter
Statement of how your work will support UMass's For the Common Good strategic plan https://www.umass.edu/strategicplan/
Curriculum vitae
Contact information for three professional references, who willonly be contacted for finalists.
This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.
Salary : $65,550 - $114,893