Assistant Clinical Professor

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions

The School of Health Sciences at the University of Pacific invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track position as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Audiology in the Audiology Department. The primary purpose of this position is to deliver a full array of clinical audiology services, provide clinical education to Au.D. students and participate in a culture that promotes humanistic patient care at the highest possible standards of service for their individual needs. Perform audiological services (including threshold evaluation, speech audiometry, immittance testing, and otoacoustic emissions) to evaluate and define hearing problems. Counsel patients and/or patient’s family regarding audiometric findings and subsequent recommendations. Provide comprehensive hearing aid services including evaluation, fitting, counseling, dispensing, electroacoustic and real ear analysis, orientation, earmold impression modification, and minor hearing aid repair. Refer patients and family members to appropriate professional specialists, agencies and resources. Provide written reports as appropriate and maintain careful documentation of records of services provided to individuals. Participate in the student clinical education, precepting and establishing high standards of student competency. Teach courses within the AuD program as assigned by Department Chair. Assist the Clinic Director and program leadership to implement and maintain student education policy and procedures. Assist with patient service policy and procedures, marketing efforts and outreach activities as assigned by the Clinic Director. Attend faculty meetings and contribute to program development and service improvement initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Au.D. or Ph.D. degree in Audiology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience prior to implementation of AuD (i.e., master’s degree), or a third (3rd) or fourth (4th) year audiology extern currently enrolled in Au.D. program with a projected graduation date of 2025.
• Clinical service experience with patient-centered and evidence-based approach.
• Current, temporary, or permanent California Audiologist license or a Provisional Audiologist license and full licensure within three (3) months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current California Dispensing Audiologist License.
• Experience in a wide range of specialties in the field of audiology (e.g. evoked potential, balance function management, tinnitus management and pediatric audiology).
• Proficiency in hearing aid dispensing to include programmable hearing aids of major manufacturers.
• Previous supervision of audiology students.
• Familiarity of insurance billing procedures and patient management system software.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements

Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using computer keyboard and phone. Occasional standing, walking across campus, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting to twenty-five (25) pounds.

Hiring Range

$115,000.00 - $128,000.00 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Special Instructions

Please note applicants will be required to upload a CV to their online application. Optional documents include a Cover Letter. Additionally, applicants are required to provide complete contact information (name, email and phone number) for two (2) references who will receive an e-mail request to upload their letters of recommendation.

Contact Information

Dr. Gabriella Musacchia, PhD. – Search Committee Chair
gmusacchia@pacific.edu

Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting?

Yes

Minimum Number of References

2

Maximum Number of References

3

Background Check Statement

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening. AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

Anti-Discrimination/EEO Policy Statement

University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.