Job Opportunities

The University of South Carolina Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders would like to share a list of opportunities available for prospective faculty and students.

Clinical Faculty Position: The successful candidate will be responsible for providing clinical teaching and supervision of graduate students in our on-campus Montgomery Speech Language & Hearing Clinic. This position will also provide service to the department, university, community, and profession, including participation on committees, projects and other activities that support the university, college, and departmental missions. Scholarship and professional development are encouraged and supported. Applicants must submit an online application at USC Jobs: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/104676/. Anticipated start date is Spring of 2022.

Research Faculty Position: This position will focus on child language and/or literacy. The faculty member will be responsible for developing and maintaining an independent, extramurally funded program of research within their area(s) of expertise. They will also be responsible for teaching and contributing to service to the department and university and in their field. Anticipated start date is August 16, 2022. Applicants must submit an online application at USC Jobs: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/105828.

Research Faculty Position: This position is open to all specialty areas. The faculty member will be responsible for developing and maintaining an independent, extramurally funded program of research within their area(s) of expertise. They will also be responsible for teaching and contributing to service to the department and university and in their field. Anticipated start date is August 16, 2022. Applicants must submit an online application at USC Jobs: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/105828.

Doctoral Position with The Social Experiences in Autism Lab (SEA Lab): Dr. Abigail Hogan, director of the SEA Lab is recruiting PhD students who want to pursue doctoral research focused on social communication and mental health in autistic children. Please email Dr. Hogan (hogan@sc.edu) for more information.

Doctoral Applicants: The University of South Carolina Doctoral Program in Communication Sciences and Disorders prepares students to work in academic settings and to conduct research in the field. Our doctoral training is research oriented, and we do not currently offer a clinical doctorate degree. Each student’s course of study is individualized to accommodate previous experiences and specialty interests. Applications are accepted through the Graduate School website, www.gradschool.sc.edu, but we strongly encourage you to talk to us before applying.

Master of Science Applicants: For more information about our Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology Residential (MS-RES/Distance-Education (MS-DE), please scan.

The Department is housed within the Arnold School of Public Health, which hosts a highly active and interdisciplinary research community and garnered $43.5 million in extramural funding in 2020. The Carnegie Foundation ranks the University of South Carolina as a “very high research activity” institution (R1).

We share the University of South Carolina’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion overall, and our department is specifically committed to increasing equity, inclusion, and diversity in the field of speech-language pathology.

Please feel free to contact me at neilsstj@mailbox.sc.edu. The department faculty and I hope to meet you at booth 144 in the Exhibit Hall.

Sincerely,

Jean Neils-Strunjas, PhD/CCC-SLP
ASHA Fellow
Professor and Chair
Communication Sciences and Disorders
University of South Carolina
1705 College Street, Room 215
Columbia, SC, 29208
Office: 803-777-8114

Assistant/Associate Professor Rank Tenure Track Positions

POSITION: We are recruiting for two Assistant or Associate rank, tenure track, full time (9-month) faculty positions within the Communication Sciences and Disorders Department, Arnold School of Public Health, University of South Carolina.

CONTENT AREAS: One position will focus on child language and/or literacy. The other position will be will be open to all specialty areas.

ANTICIPATED START DATE: August 16, 2022

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders hosts an active and collaborative research faculty, with existing strengths in child language and literacy, aphasia, neurodevelopmental disorders, motor speech disorders, and neurodegenerative disease. Our faculty have strong ties with community entities including local public and private schools, Prisma Health, the local VA hospital, as well as with research groups across the university, including:

• Research Consortium on Children and Families (https://sc.edu/rccf)
• Institute for Mind and Brain (https://mindandbrain.sc.edu)
• McCausland Center for Brain Imaging (https://www.mccauslandcenter.sc.edu)
• UofSC Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders Center of Excellence (https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/artsandsciences/centers_and_institutes/uofscand/index.php)

We currently have 25 full-time faculty and offer a CAA-accredited speech-language pathology master’s degree program (in two modalities, on-campus and via distance-learning) as well as a PhD program. We offer a low teaching load to support faculty in developing and maintaining their research programs.

The Department is housed within the Arnold School of Public Health, which hosts a highly active and interdisciplinary research community, with $43.5 million in extramural funding garnered in the School in 2020. The Carnegie Foundation ranks the University of South Carolina as a “very high research activity” institution (R1).

We share the University of South Carolina’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion overall, and our Department is specifically committed to increasing equity, inclusion, and by extension diversity in the field of speech-language pathology. Evidence of our department’s ongoing commitment to this important objective includes: (a) our faculty has established a fellowship to financially support students from backgrounds that are under-represented in the field, (b) faculty, staff, and students have been participating in formal and informal instruction to further develop an inclusive enviroment that spans research, teaching, and service endeavors, and (c) the department has a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee comprised of students, staff, and faculty members that continually seeks to promote learning and responsiveness among all individuals affiliated with the department. We appreciate applications from individuals who are invested in supporting these efforts.

The University of South Carolina offers Family Friendly policies for faculty, including modified duties for childbirth or adoption and accommodations for dual career faculty. Columbia, SC enjoys more than 300 days of sunshine annually and has ready access to pristine beaches, lakes, rivers and mountains. The city hosts historical and cultural attractions, festivals, performing arts and sporting events, parks and outdoor recreation including Congaree National Park and 50,000-acre Lake Murray.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: The faculty member will be responsible for developing and maintaining an independent, extramurally funded program of research within their area(s) of expertise. They will also be responsible for teaching and contributing to service to the department and university and in their field.

QUALIFICATIONS: A PhD or equivalent research doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Disorders or a closely related discipline is required by the start date of employment. Applicants at the Associate Professor rank must also have appropriate years of relevant academic experience beyond the PhD, consistent with University policy. Applicants must demonstrate the potential for or strong record or promise of excellence in teaching, scholarship and externally-funded research. CCC-SLP is preferred but not required. One position will focus on child language and/or literacy. The other position will be will be open to all specialty areas.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants must fill out an online application at USC Jobs: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/105828. Candidates should upload (1) a cover letter of application describing experience, accomplishments, and potential to contribute to research, teaching, and service; (2) a CV; (3) a research statement; (4) a statement of commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; (5) contact information for three references (letters will be requested for short-listed candidates). Review of applications will begin November 1, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Jessica Klusek, klusek@sc.edu.

The University of South Carolina is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Our institution values diversity of all kinds, and we encourage people who identify as women and under-represented minorities to apply. The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment practices based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

Assistant Professor in Speech-Language Pathology

Tenure-track, 10-month Assistant Professor position in the Department of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology beginning August 2021. Applicants should have a research doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in speech-language pathology. ABD applications will be considered with initial appointment at the Instructor rank; all degree requirements must be completed by February, 2022. ASHA CCC-SLP certification and current (or eligibility for) Maryland licensure are required.

Candidates should have research, clinical, and/or teaching experience in one or more of the following areas:

• voice disorders
• motor speech disorders
• and/or neurogenic communication disorders.

The primary responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate class instruction, research, and university, community, and professional service. Clinical supervision may also be included. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

The position description is available HERE, and questions can be directed to Dr. Christina Pelatti at cpelatti@towson.edu and Dr. Kaitlyn Wilson at kwilson@towson.edu. CHP-3416

Assistant Professor, Audiology

Two tenure-track, 10-month Assistant Professor positions in the Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology beginning August, 2021. Research doctoral degree (PhD) degree in audiology or related area. ABD applications will be considered with initial appointment at the Instructor rank; all degree requirements must be completed by February, 2022. The Department encourages applicants to apply who have ASHA CCC-A certification and current (or eligible for) Maryland licensure.

Candidates should have research, clinical, and/or teaching experience in one or more of the following areas:

• advanced diagnostics
• vestibular diagnosis
• auditory processing disorders
• hearing aids
• aural rehabilitation
• and/or electrophysiology.

The primary responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate class instruction, research, and university, community, and professional service. Supervision of clinical services may also be included. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

The position description is available HERE, and questions can be directed to Dr. Christina Pelatti at cpelatti@towson.edu and Dr. Nirmal Srinivasan at nsrinivasan@towson.edu. CHP-3413

Minnesota State University is looking to fill a full time, tenure track faculty position. Priority consideration will be given to applications received prior to March 1, 2021.

Job Description

Teach undergraduate & graduate courses in Communication Sciences and Disorders Program.

• A typical faculty workload responsibility may include up to twenty four (24) credits of instruction per academic year.
• The successful candidate may need to teach in other areas as assigned and qualified.
• May be expected to develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and on-line instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at the university’s additional locations, as assigned.
• The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction and evaluation, conduct research productively and mentor students in research, help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion, and may be expected to develop external grant funding opportunities.
• All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, in continuing preparation and study, in contributing to student growth and development, and in providing service to the university and community (See Article 22 and Appendix G of the IFO Master Agreement)
• This position will advise undergraduate majors.
• This position will supervise/advise graduate students.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in Communication Sciences and Disorders.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching graduate courses in Communication Sciences and Disorders.

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate or terminal degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders or a related area. (If ABD, degree must be conferred on an official transcript and received in Human Resources by August 22, 2022).
• Master’s degree and/or relevant experience in Communication Sciences and Disorders (Degree must be conferred on an official transcript by date of appointment).
• Hold American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) or eligible at initiation of employment.
• Hold Minnesota Department of Health Speech-Language Pahtology License or eligible.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
• Demonstrated effective written, oral communication and/or presentation skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in cultural humility, competence, diversity, equity and inclusion as well as specific areas of interest including disorders or populations in Communication Sciences and Disorders.
• Experience in teaching college-level classes or related teaching experience and mentorship.
• Have CCC for 9 months or longer.
• Demonstrated preparation to teach, advise, and support a wide variety of students.
• Demonstrated training and experience appropriate to teach applied courses at the graduate level.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching college or university-level classes.
• Demonstrated ability to teach the courses listed below, along with additional courses depending on the department’s needs. With special emphasis for diversity, equity, inclusion and cultural humility in
• Communication Sciences and Disorders.
• Experience with underrepresented racial, ethnic, linguistic background, in order to facilitate mentorship and programming that most appropriately represents the diversity of the field of communication.
• Willingness to incorporate technology in the classroom and/or course delivery.
• Commitment to active learning and to developing innovative ways to support learning.
• Experience with advising and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students and recruiting and mentoring underserved racial, ethnic, linguistic, ability, gender/sexually diverse students.
• Demonstrated ability to work with faculty and staff in a collegial and cooperative manner.
• Demonstrated willingness to work individually and collaboratively as a member of a team.
• Willingness to develop partnerships and collaborate with internal and external partners to facilitate experiential learning and research opportunities.
• Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development.
• Demonstrate potential for research, creativity or scholarly activity.
• Have or potential to involve undergraduate and/or graduate students in research or creative activity.
• Evidence of scholarly activity, including publications and/or professional presentations.
• Willingness to supervise students in clinical experiences.

Other Requirements

Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The Department of Speech, Hearing and Rehabilitation Services ofers an undergraduate and graduate program in Communication Sciences and Disorders. https://ahn.mnsu.edu/academic-programs/communication-sciences-and-disorders/

Mankato is a city located one hour southwest of Minneapolis-St. Paul. This position is a full-time, nine-month appointment with potential for summer and extended campus appointments.

University Demographics

Founded as a Normal School in 1868, Minnesota State University, Mankato is a regional comprehensive university with a tradition of combining big-ideas with real-working thinking to find solutions for pressing problems in the state, region, and global society. Mankato, Minnesota, is a community of nearly 53,000 people, about 85 miles southwest of the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.

Serving ~18,000 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with >200 academic programs, from bachelor’s through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18+% students of color and 1,300+ international students from 95 countries, cutting-edge information technology solutions, 3 additional locations, and extensive partnerships. With ~1,700 faculty and staff, the University has an annual budget of $216 million, and generates $781.5 million in economic impact per year. Minnesota State University, Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities. Noteworthy facts include: specialized accreditation, certification, or recognition, by more than 24 accrediting bodies; designation as a Non-Land Grant College of Agriculture, by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) in 2015; selection among the top 10% of American Association of State Colleges & Universities (AASCU) institutions for the Re-imagining the First Year of College (RFY) position project; and an Intercollegiate Athletics program that has ranked in the top 5 nationally within the Learfeld Sports Directors’ Cup standings for 7 of the last 10 years.

We seek to attract teaching and research-active, culturally and academically diverse faculty members, with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Minnesota State University, Mankato, is student-centered and focuses on applied research that expands knowledge; improves learning; and serves the region, state, and nation. Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: www.mnsu.edu

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

To apply for this position, please continue the process via this website: http://www.mnsu.edu/hr/vacancy/

A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Contact Information for three (3) references
• Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree
• A brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement presenting a commitment to or experience working in an equity-minded environment
• A one (1) page statement of your teaching philosophy.
• A one (1) page statement of your research/scholarly interests.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Hsinhuei Sheen Chiou
Speech, Hearing and Rehabilitation Services
Phone: 507-3859-1415
TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711
Email: hsinhuei.chiou@mnsu.edu

*Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: http://www.mnsu.edu/hr/bargaining.html

NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MN State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years’ worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/ You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu

Minnesota State University is looking to fill a full time, tenure track faculty position. Priority consideration will be given to applications received prior to March 1, 2021.

Job Description

Teach undergraduate courses in the Communication Sciences and Disorders Program.

• A typical faculty workload responsibility may include up to twenty four (24) credits of instruction per academic year.
• The successful candidate may need to teach in other areas as assigned and qualified.
• May be expected to develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and on-line instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at the university’s additional locations, as assigned.
• The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction and evaluation, conduct research productively and mentor students in research, help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion, and may be expected to develop external grant funding opportunities.
• All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, in continuing preparation and study, in contributing to student growth and development, and in providing service to the university and community (See Article 22 and Appendix G of the IFO Master Agreement)
• This position will advise undergraduate majors.
• This position will supervise/advise graduate students.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in Communication Sciences & Disorders.

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate or terminal degree in Audiology (Au.D. or Ph.D.) (If ABD, degree must be conferred on an official transcript and received in Human Resources by August 22, 2022).
• Hold American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) Audiology or eligible at initiation of employment.
• Hold or eligible for MN Department of Health License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
• Demonstrated effective written, oral communication and/or presentation skills.
• Demonstrated preparation to teach, advise, and support a wide variety of students.
• Demonstrated ability to teach the courses listed below, along with additional courses depending on the department’s needs. CDIS 220 Basic Audiology, CDIS 322 Speech and Hearing Science, CDIS 421 Aural
• Rehabilitation, CDIS 495 Clinical Supervision.
• Willingness to incorporate technology in the classroom and/or online course delivery.
• Commitment to active learning and to developing innovative ways to support learning.
• Demonstrated ability to work with faculty and staff in a collegial and cooperative manner.
• Demonstrated willingness to work individually and collaboratively as a member of a team.
• Willingness to develop partnerships and collaborate with external partners to facilitate student learning.
• Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development.
• Demonstrated potential for research, creativity or scholarly activity.
• Have or potential to involve undergraduate and/or graduate students in research or creative activity.
• Evidence of scholarly activity, including publications and/or professional presentations.
• Willingness to supervise students in clinical experiences.

Other Requirements

Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The Department of Speech, Hearing and Rehabilitation Services offers an undergraduate and graduate program in Communication Sciences and Disorders.
https://ahn.mnsu.edu/academic-programs/communication-sciences-and-disorders/

Mankato is a city of approximately 50,000 located one hour southwest of Minneapolis-St. Paul. This position is a full-time, nine-month appointment with potential for summer and extended campus appointments.

University Demographics

Founded as a Normal School in 1868, Minnesota State University, Mankato is a regional comprehensive university with a tradition of combining big-ideas with real-working thinking to find solutions for pressing problems in the state, region, and global society. Mankato, Minnesota, is a community of nearly 53,000 people, about 85 miles southwest of the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul.

Serving ~18,000 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with >200 academic programs, from bachelor’s through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18+% students of color and 1,300+ international students from 95 countries, cutting-edge information technology solutions, 3 additional locations, and extensive partnerships. With ~1,700 faculty and staff, the University has an annual budget of $216 million, and generates $781.5 million in economic impact per year. Minnesota State University, Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities. Noteworthy facts include: specialized accreditation, certification, or recognition, by more than 24 accrediting bodies; designation as a Non-Land Grant College of Agriculture, by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) in 2015; selection among the top 10% of American Association of State Colleges & Universities (AASCU) institutions for the Re-imagining the First Year of College (RFY) position project; and an Intercollegiate Athletics program that has ranked in the top 5 nationally within the Learfeld Sports Directors’ Cup standings for 7 of the last 10 years.

We seek to attract teaching and research-active, culturally and academically diverse faculty members, with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Minnesota State University, Mankato, is student-centered and focuses on applied research that expands knowledge; improves learning; and serves the region, state, and nation. Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: www.mnsu.edu

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

To apply for this position, please continue the process via this website: http://www.mnsu.edu/hr/vacancy/

A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Contact Information for three (3) references
• Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree
• A brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement presenting a commitment to or experience working in an equity-minded environment
• A one (1) page statement of your teaching philosophy
• A one (1) page statement of your research/scholarly interests.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Bonnie Berg/Professor
SHRS
Phone: 507-389-5841
TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711
Email: bonnie.berg@mnsu.edu

*Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: http://www.mnsu.edu/hr/bargaining.html

NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MN State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years’ worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/ You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu