Assistant/Associate Professor, Tenure-track Position – HigherEdJobs
Job Description
Salary: $85,000 – $95,000
Starting Date: As soon as possible
Position:
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, tenure-track position in Speech-Language Pathology
Qualifications: Doctorate in
Speech-Language Pathology or related field with a CCC-SLP. The preferred candidate has experience and expertise in bilingual/ multicultural
academic content and clinical practice, child, and school age language. Other areas of expertise will be considered.
Description
of Position: Teach classes in child and school age language acquisition and disorders, literacy from a culturally and historically
responsive perspective, bilingual language acquisition, bilingual, and multicultural foundations to practice as a speech-language
pathologist. Additional areas of expertise can be accommodated. Collaborate with program faculty to assure infusion of information about
bilingualism and cultural and linguistic diversity and non-biased professional practice across the curriculum.
Qualifications:
We are seeking a candidate with a Doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology or a related field, preferably eligible for NY State and CCC-SLP
certification. The ideal candidate will possess expertise and experience in one or more of the following areas: speech science, voice
disorders, or swallowing disorders. While a strong background in speech science, voice disorders, or dysphagia is desirable, candidates with
an interest in addressing these domains from a social justice perspective and/or exploring the impact of social determinants of healthcare
will be particularly well-suited for this position and will find an excellent fit within the program. They can thrive in the opportunities
provided to develop their research endeavors and contribute to our mission.
We are seeking a candidate who is committed to working
collaboratively within our team, dedicated to our mission of providing access and excellence in speech pathology education that is designed
to facilitate equitable access to the discipline and integrates principles and skills for inclusive clinical practice throughout our
curriculum, and passionate about reshaping the discipline through our graduate education program’s unique opportunities. We look forward to
welcoming an individual who shares our vision and values, and who is enthusiastic about contributing to our program’s ongoing success.
Description of Position:
The selected candidate will be responsible for teaching classes in voice disorders, dysphagia,
and speech science. They will also conduct research in their field of expertise, with a focus on addressing social determinants of
healthcare and incorporating social justice perspectives. Additionally, the candidate will mentor master’s students in their research
engagement and provide guidance to support their academic and research growth. Furthermore, the candidate will actively contribute to the
department’s mission and goals through service to the department, college, university, and the broader community. This role offers a unique
opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both the academic and research aspects of the program while fostering a commitment to social
justice in the field of speech-language pathology.
Starting Date: September 2024.
Program: Long Island
University – Brooklyn Campus offers an innovative graduate program in Speech-Language Pathology with a bilingual/multicultural emphasis. The
graduate program is designed to meet the complex needs of urban culturally and linguistically diverse populations and to utilize the skills
and experiences of a culturally diverse student body. The state-of-the-art Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic provides opportunities for
research.
Applicants should submit a letter of interest, current vita, and three letters of recommendation to:
Dr. Reem
Khamis, Ph.D., Chairperson, Search Committee, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Long Island University – Brooklyn Campus,
One University Plaza, Brooklyn, New York 11201. Reem.khamis@liu.edu
Long Island
University
Long Island University is a private, coeducational, independent institution comprised of the following schools:
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Business; Public Administration and Information Sciences; Health Professions; Arnold and Marie
Schwartz College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences; and Nursing. The Brooklyn Campus has an enrollment of 7,700 students. The diverse ethnic
makeup of the student body reflects the community surrounding the Brooklyn Campus and adds a variety of perspectives to academic life. LIU’s
commitment to the liberal arts and sciences is reflected in a strong general education program that includes a core curriculum required of
all undergraduates. It is a 5 minute subway ride from Manhattan.
LIU is near most of the major attractions of downtown Brooklyn,
including: The Brooklyn Academy of Music, historic Brooklyn Heights and the panoramic Promenade, the Brooklyn Museum, Prospect Park, the
Brooklyn Botanic Gardens and the Fulton shopping mall.
LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.