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Speech-Language Pathology Visiting Assistant Professor

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Speech-Language Pathology Visiting Assistant Professor.

Job Summary 
Teach coursework in the graduate and undergraduate Speech-Language Pathology programs. Provide clinical supervision in the Speech-Language-Audiology Clinic. Develop a line of research/scholarly activity. Serve on University/College/School Committees.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Teach academic coursework in masters of Speech-Language Pathology curriculum.
2. Develop a line of research/scholarly activity.
3. Serve on University/College/School committees.
4. Supervise SLP graduate students in the Speech-Language-Audiology Clinic.
5. Teach courses in undergraduate Speech-Language Pathology program as needed.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrate scientific, analytical, and numerical skills.
• Be flexible.
• Utilize teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate with a diverse group of individuals.
• Must demonstrate adaptability and persistence while working with individuals, their treatment plans and University students.
• Must maintain currency on relevant research, professional certifications and continuing education.
• Must demonstrate sensitivity, respect, and be discreet when dealing with confidential matters.
• Must be detail orientated and timely with all required notes, files and documentation.

About The University of Southern Mississippi
The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is a comprehensive public research institution delivering transformative programs on campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Founded in 1910, USM is one of only 131 universities in the nation to earn the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education's "R1: Doctoral Universities - Very high research activity" designation, and its robust research enterprise includes experts in ocean science and engineering, polymer science and engineering, and large event venue safety and security, among others.  USM is also one of only 37 institutions in the nation accredited in theatre, art and design, dance and music. As an economic driver, USM generates an annual economic impact of more than $600 million across the state. USM welcomes a diverse student body of more than 14,000, representing 71 countries, all 50 states, and every county in Mississippi. USM students have collected four Truman Scholarships and 37 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships, while also leading Mississippi with 27 Goldwater Scholarships, an honor that recognizes the next generation of great research scientists. Home to the Golden Eagles, USM competes in 17 Division I sports sponsored by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). For more information, visit www.usm.edu.