Part-Time Academic (CMSD 5260: Hearing Disorders) - Winter 2027

The Sessional Lecturer will teach the one-half credit course, CMSD 5260: Hearing Disorders, in the Master of Science programs in audiology and speech-language pathology at the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders during the winter term January to April 2027. Lectures will take place on Fridays at 2:35-5:25 pm.

Responsibilities include course planning and classroom teaching, as well as marking assignments as required. The Sessional Lecturer is the Professor of Record for this course, and reports to the Director of the School.

This course considers diseases, disorders and dysfunction of the auditory system that may be encountered by speech-language pathologists and audiologists. Pathologies of the peripheral and central mechanisms are included.

• A Master of Science degree in Audiology or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required
• Expertise in the area of hearing disorders in children and adults is required
• Relevant teaching experience is an asset

All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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