OBU Mission Statement
OBU transforms lives by equipping students to pursue academic excellence, integrate faith with all areas of knowledge, engage a diverse world, and live worthy of the high calling of God in Christ.
Expectations for all Employees
Oklahoma Baptist University achieves its mission through a shared commitment to the following expectations. All employees must embrace these expectations and model them in their behavior.
- Demonstrate commitment to the essentials of the Christian faith.
- Commit to the mission and vision of Oklahoma Baptist University.
- Maintain active membership in a local evangelical Christian church.
- Treat people with dignity and respect.
- Build relationships on honesty, integrity, and trust.
- Strive for excellence through teamwork, leadership, and a strong work ethic.
- Manage human and financial resources wisely and efficiently.
Position Summary:
The Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) program at Oklahoma Baptist University (OBU) prepares competent and professional service-minded leaders in speech-language pathology who integrate Christian principles and values into the prevention, assessment, and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders across the lifespan. The OBU MS-SLP program invites applications for adjunct faculty to teach academic courses.
Adjunct faculty play a vital role in supporting the mission of the program by providing high-quality instruction, engaging students in meaningful learning, and modeling the integration of the Christian faith with the profession of speech-language pathology. The ideal candidate demonstrates teaching excellence, innovation, flexibility, professionalism, and a collaborative attitude. Adjunct positions for academic courses are eligible for remote work. Travel to the OBU campus is not required.
Hiring Timeline: This position will remain open until it is filled.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and current ASHA CCC-SLP required; doctorate (PhD or EdD) preferred. Strong candidates with a clinical doctorate (SLPD, ClinSciD) will also be considered.
- Experience in higher education, specifically developing and teaching asynchronous and/or synchronous online graduate or undergraduate courses.
- Demonstrated ability to teach effectively, engage students, and integrate faith and learning.
- Strong organizational, teaching, and communication skills.
- Must be an active member of an evangelical* church in one's community of residence, willing to teach in accordance with the Baptist Faith & Message 2000, and in agreement with the university's policy on human sexuality (provided by HR upon request). *Evangelical is a broad term referring to a segment within Christianity which maintains the authority of the Bible and the belief in salvation by faith in Jesus alone.
Responsibilities:
- Teach assigned academic courses in the MS-SLP program (course assignments may vary by semester).
- Prepare and deliver engaging course content aligned with program and accreditation standards.
- Provide timely, constructive feedback and support to students.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to ensure a positive student experience.
- Participate in professional development opportunities and/or faculty meetings/trainings as appropriate.
To apply:
On the OBU employment website, https://www.okbu.edu/hr/jobs.html, click on “Faculty Applications” at the top of the webpage. This will open the application. From the dropdown menu, select the desired position.
Required application documents:
- online application, current curriculum vitae, reference contact information, official transcripts
- cover letter that describes how your expertise and experience will positively contribute to the program’s mission and goals
- Statement of faith (500 word maximum) that addresses the following:
- Personal faith journey
- Integration of faith and professional life
- Commitment to and value of Christian higher education
- Alignment with the OBU mission and vision
- Description of how you teach and model the relation between the Christian worldview and your academic discipline.
- Teaching statement (500 word maximum) that addresses the following:
- Approach to teaching and learning
- Summary of teaching experience
- Commitment to lifelong learning
- Specific examples of effectiveness as an instructor
- Foundational values that guide how you foster student engagement, evaluate student learning, and pursue ongoing professional growth.
For more information, please contact MS-SLP Program Director, Dr. AnnMarie Knight at annmarie.knight@okbu.edu
