Clinical Assistant Professor, Communications Sciences and Disorders Category:

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Bowling Green, KY Posted:

Sep 1, 2026

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Full-time Ref. No.: 999660

Position ID:

204337

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Western Kentucky University (WKU) is a student-centered, applied-research institution committed to providing its students with a transformative academic and social experience and to elevating its surrounding communities. Founded in 1906, WKU is the third largest public four-year institution in the Commonwealth of Kentucky with approximately 16,293 students and nearly 2,612 faculty and staff employees. Western Kentucky University is committed to empowering its campus community. At the heart of our mission, we seek to provide holistic education and employment experiences that prepare students, faculty, and staff to become effective scholars, contributors, and leaders in our ever-evolving communities. Located 65 miles north of Nashville, TN, and just over 100 miles south of Louisville, KY, WKU's main campus is in Bowling Green, KY - a city with approximately 70,000 residents. Our population is ethnically diverse, with more than 85 languages spoken in and around Bowling Green, and people from 35 nationalities call our community home. Western Kentucky University seeks to attract talented faculty and staff who are inspired individually to contribute to WKU's strategic plans and ongoing success. We offer comprehensive wellness and health benefits to employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents and take pride in providing a workplace culture that supports balancing the responsibilities of work and family life. Paid-time off for holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a tuition discount program for employees and dependents are also provided. Learn more about WKU and Bowling Green at wku.edu/about .

Job Description:

The Communications Sciences and Disorders Department seeking candidates for a full-time (9-month) non-tenure-track appointment of Clinical Assistant Professor effective January 2027. The Communications Sciences and Disorders Department is housed within the College of Health and Human Services and offers undergraduate programs in Communication Sciences & Disorders. The Department also offers graduate programs in Speech Language Pathology. Please see the website for more information on our programs: http://www.wku.edu/communicationdisorders/. The following duties are customary for this position, but are not to be construed as all-inclusive. Duties may be added, deleted, and assigned based on management discretion as well as departmental and institutional needs. Expectations will be weighed differently depending on the strengths of the candidate and the needs of the department. Clinical supervision of undergraduate and graduate students Undergraduate student advising as needed Instruction at the undergraduate level Possible instruction of elective graduate courses in an area of expertise Service to the department, college, university, and/or profession All successful candidates must have the ability to engage in alternative modes of instructional delivery which may include synchronous online (distance learning) courses, and/or IVS. Instruction modality is based on assigned teaching duties.

Requirements:

Master's degree in Speech and Language Pathology Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech and Language Pathology Holds or is eligible for KY licensure in area of clinical certification At least three years of post-masters experience At least two years of clinical supervisory experience Strong communication skills Evidence of knowledge of technology required for assigned duties. Attention to detail and ability to work well with all levels of faculty, staff, and students

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Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment. Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices. Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, may contact the Office of Institutional Equity at 270-745-5121 for assistance. To report concerns related to WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy, No. 0.2040 and/or WKU's Sex and Gender-Based Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Policy, No. 0.2070, please complete the Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Reporting Form . Additional information regarding Title IX, including contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and reporting options, is available on WKU's Title IX website . Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: https://www.wku.edu/academics/ For information related to job postings, application status, or the hiring process, please email employment@wku.edu .

Application Instructions:

The following items must be submitted through this electronic talent management system by October 1, 2026, although expressions of interest may be considered until the position is filled: Letter of Intent Curriculum Vita Unofficial Transcripts Statement of Teaching Philosophy Names and contact information of three reference providers will be collected during the application process. Reference letters will be requested by the Search Committee through an online process at a later date. You will receive email confirmation once you have successfully completed the application process. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Powered by