Position Number: 350134
The Duquesne University Department of Speech-Language Pathology in the John G. Rangos, Sr. School of Health Sciences is seeking a temporary full-time, non-renewable Visiting Assistant Professor faculty member. This appointment will begin in August 2026 and conclude on June 30, 2027.
This role provides leadership for clinical audiology education, classroom education, and individual mentorship within a dynamic, integrated program that emphasizes excellence in clinical training, community engagement, and mission driven, person-centered care.
To learn more about Duquesne University and the Department of Speech-Language Pathology, please visit: www.duq.edu/slp
We seek a Clinical Assistant Professor who will lead and advance clinical audiology education, with a particular emphasis on developing and expanding clinical programming in auditory processing disorders while supporting a broad scope of audiology practice. This faculty member will play a central role in shaping student clinical experiences, strengthening community partnerships, and ensuring alignment with accreditation standards in the audiology.
Primary Responsibilities
Clinical Education and Teaching
Provide clinical supervision for students in audiology within the Duquesne University Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic and affiliated community settings
Teach undergraduate and graduate coursework in audiology as assigned
Support student development in assessment, intervention, counseling, and clinical reasoning
Integrate evidence based, person and family centered care into all aspects of teaching and supervision
Utilize varied instructional modalities, including in person, telepractice, and simulation
Coordinate and oversee community hearing screening programs and occupational (OSHA-aligned) hearing screenings for the University, school screenings including student involvement, logistics, and community partnerships
Program Leadership and Administration
Assist the Clinic Director with implementing clinic policies, procedures and quality improvement initiatives.
Maintain compliant electronic heath records (EHR) and ensure that clinical equipment is calibrated
Oversee clinical training experiences in audiology
Develop, expand, and sustain clinical programming, with emphasis on auditory processing disorders
Establish and maintain partnerships with relevant community organizations
Monitor compliance with accreditation standards and clinical competencies
Collaborate with program leadership on strategic initiatives, including innovation in clinical education
Assist with student recruitment and orientation processes
Service and Scholarship
Contribute to department, school, and university service
Engage in scholarship appropriate for appointment and in alignment with expertise and interests, including participation in grant proposals, clinical research, and the development of new clinical programming.
Participate in professional service and community outreach/service events
Additional Responsibilities
Supervise and evaluate student clinical performance
Support client intake, scheduling, documentation, and communication processes
Mentor students in professional development and clinical best practices
Maintain effective communication with students, faculty, clients, and community partners
Foster a collaborative and supportive clinical learning environment
Applicants should be prepared to meet all other clinical practice requirements of the position including but not limited to professional development in supervision post-certification, health and immunization requirements, HIPAA and CPR certification, and state and national clearances.
Required Qualifications
Doctor of Audiology (AuD) or PhD in Audiology
ASHA certification (CCC-A)
Eligibility for Pennsylvania licensure in audiology by the start of employment
Demonstrated experience in clinical education and student supervision
Evidence of leadership, including mentoring, program development, or clinical initiative coordination
Ability to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred Qualifications
And/or develop a clinical audiology program that supports the needs of the community with emphasis on student development that aligns with ASHA’s scope of practice for speech-language pathologists.
Experience with aural rehabilitation
Experience across varied service delivery models
Experience with interprofessional education and collaborative practice
Interest in innovative clinical education approaches
Commitment to research and scholarship, including clinical research, program development, or dissemination of innovative practices
Minimum of three years of professional clinical experience in audiology across the lifespan
Experience with classroom teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level
Alternatively, the applicants may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.
Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the Mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The Mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.
Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter describing qualifications and interests, resume/CV, and contact information for a minimum of three professional references.
Questions may be directed to Dr. Heather Rusiewicz at 412-396-4205 or rusiewih@duq.edu
Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.
