Adjunct Faculty, Audiology - Communication Sciences and Disorders

Lipscomb University • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

Lipscomb University’s Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders seeks an Adjunct Instructor of Audiology to provide undergraduate instruction for students preparing for graduate study in communication sciences and disorders. The role focuses on doctoral-level audiology instruction, student mentorship, and connecting academic learning with clinical practice. Instruction should integrate evidence-based practice with faith-informed learning consistent with the university’s mission.

The instructor will help students understand audiology career pathways, clinical expectations, and graduate program requirements; collaborate with the Department Chair to align coursework with ASHA standards and program goals; and draw on knowledge of the Nashville and regional audiology community to enrich student learning and represent the program professionally. Applicants must apply through Lipscomb University’s applicant tracking system and submit a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy statement, and contact information for three professional references.

Requirements

• Earned Doctorate in Audiology (Au.D.), a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology with clinical experience in hearing habilitation and rehabilitation, or a Ph.D. in Hearing Science.
• Current ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) or Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP).
• Current Tennessee licensure in Audiology, or eligibility to obtain it before the start date.
• Alignment with Lipscomb’s mission as a Christian university.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching at the college or university level.
• Familiarity with the Nashville and regional communication sciences and disorders professional community.
• Knowledge of ASHA certification standards and graduate program admission requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver undergraduate audiology coursework, such as Introduction to Audiology and Aural Rehabilitation, as assigned.
• Develop and deliver instruction that integrates evidence-based practice with faith-informed learning consistent with Lipscomb’s academic mission.
• Create engaging learning environments that prepare students for graduate-level audiology and speech-language pathology programs.
• Provide students with information about audiology career pathways, clinical expectations, and graduate program requirements.
• Collaborate with the Department Chair to ensure audiology coursework aligns with ASHA standards and program goals.
• Serve as a resource for students interested in pursuing audiology careers.
• Use knowledge of the Nashville and regional audiology community to enhance student learning.
• Represent the program professionally within the Nashville communication sciences and disorders community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree