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West Virginia University Assistant Professor - Human Performance (Speech-Language Pathology) in Morgantown, West Virginia
Description SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY ASSISTANT PROFESSOR DIVISION OF COMMUNICATION SCIENCES AND DISORDERS WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE The Department of Human Performance, Division of Communication Sciences and Disorders at West Virginia University (WVU) is seeking a full-time, non-tenure track (12-month) Assistant Professor of Speech-Language Pathology to contribute to a well-established program with a tradition of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. The successful candidate will contribute to the mission of WVU and the program in Communication Sciences and Disorders housed within the School of Medicine. The successful candidate will provide high-quality academic instruction within the undergraduate Communication Sciences and Disorders and Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology programs and clinical services in the WVU Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic to a diverse population. Individuals with at least two years of clinical experience and experience with dysphagia, acquired language and cognitive disorders, acquired motor speech disorders, and/or voice are encouraged to apply. Active engagement in Division, University, and professional service activities is also expected including participation in Division and committee meetings as well as recruitment and review of applicants to the master's in speech-language pathology programs.
Qualifications Applicants must meet the following criteria for consideration: West Virginia Speech-Language Pathology license or eligible for a West Virginia Speech-Language Pathology license; Current ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence; A minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience as a speech language pathologist All qualifications must be met by the time of the appointment. As a land-grant institution, the faculty, staff and students at West Virginia University commit to creating a diverse and inclusive culture that advances education, healthcare and prosperity for all by providing access and opportunity; by advancing high-impact research; and by leading transformation in West Virginia and the world through local, state and global engagement. West Virginia University is a land grant Carnegie-designated Doctoral Research/Extensive institution, with approximately 27,367 students. The WVU Health Sciences Center includes the Schools of Pharmacy, Medicine, Dentistry, Public Health and Nursing. Patient care facilities include a 700+ bed academic medical center that offers tertiary and quaternary care, a Level I trauma center, and a 70-bed psychiatric hospital.
Morgantown is within easy traveling distance of Washington, DC, to the east, Pittsburgh, PA, to the north, and Cleveland and Columbus, OH, to the northwest. Morgantown has 30,277 residents and is rated as one of the best small towns in the U.S., with affordable housing, excellent schools, a picturesque countryside and many outdoor activities. Morgantown is consistently rated as one of the best small metropolitan areas in the country for both lifestyle and business climate. The area offers the cultural diversity and amenities of a large city in a safe, family-friendly environment. There is also an excellent school system and an abundance of beautiful homes and recreational activities. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The appointment date is negotiable, with the goal to have the... For full info follow application link.
West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.