Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders

University of Arkansas
United States, Arkansas, Fayetteville
346 North West Avenue (Show on map)
Oct 24, 2024
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Closing Date: Type of Position:Faculty - Tenure/Tenure Track Workstudy Position: No Job Type:Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: Yes Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations \| OEOC \| University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351. Department:Department of Communication Disorders and Occupational Therapy Department's Website: https://cdot.uark.edu/ Summary of Job Duties:The Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders is a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Communication Disorders and Occupational Therapy in the College of Education and Health Professions. The duties and responsibilites of this position include: conducting research that results in refereed publications and professional presentations; teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the communication sciences and disorders program; pursuing external funding through grant proposal submissions; directing students' independent research projects and theses; advising graduate students and serving on advisory committees; participating in public service and professional organizations; and engaging in service activities at the program, department, college, and university levels. This faculty position is part of a cluster hire in the signature research area of 'whole schools' within the College of Education and Health Professions at the University of Arkansas. Schools are vital anchors for the well-being of every community. Educators have been increasingly focused on the impact of physical, behavioral, and mental health on the educational and cognitive outcomes of children. Similarly, healthcare professionals have actively emphasized the need for early education to promote positive health outcomes. The College of Education and Health Professions is uniquely poised to promote research and collaboration across its education and health programs to maximize learning and health in schools. To this end, the College is seeking outstanding candidates for tenure-track faculty positions who are committed to advancing research in the signature research area of 'whole schools.' Building on existing faculty strengths, the new faculty hired as part of the 'whole schools' cluster will engage in collaborative research aimed at improving education and health outcomes of children and youth. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: An earned doctorate from a nationally recognized and accredited institution in Communication Sciences and Disorders or a closely related field conferred by the start of employment from an accredited institution of higher education Demonstrated expertise and research agenda that reflects a focus on school-based speech language pathology Commitment to an active research agenda as evidenced by publications, presentations, and funding activity Evidence of potential for scholarly independence and leadership Commitment to the preparation of effective clinicians Effective interpersonal skills and collegiality Preferred Qualifications: Clinical experience as a speech-language pathologist Experience submitting and/or securing grant funds Potential of research agenda to be supported by external sources Certificate of Clinical Competence Additional Information: Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title) Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status Recruitment Contact Information: Dr. Christine Holyfield Associate Professor ceholyfi@uark.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Special Instructions to Applicants: Completed applications received by September 30, 2024, will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position. Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity:N/A Frequent Physical Activity:Talking Occasional Physical Activity:Talking Benefits Eligible:Yes