Assistant or Associate Professor -- Speech-Language Pathology

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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.

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• Doctorate degree in Speech-Language Pathology or a related field.

• Eligibility for the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP).

• Eligibility for Speech-Language Pathology licensure in the State of Arkansas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of experience in the field of Speech-Language Pathology.

• Three (3) or more years of experience in university teaching and student supervision.

• Demonstrated record of scholarly research and academic productivity.

• Ph.D. in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders.

• Experience in one or more of the following areas: multicultural and multilingual services, early intervention, pediatric feeding and swallowing, speech disorders, autism spectrum disorders, or special populations. Candidates with expertise in other specialty areas are also encouraged to apply.

• Bilingual proficiency, with Spanish preferred.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate-level courses within the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program.

• Mentor and supervise graduate student research, projects, and academic progress.

• Develop and maintain an active scholarly and research agenda.

• Assist with clinical education and student clinical supervision as assigned.

• Advise and support graduate students throughout their academic program.

• Participate in curriculum development, program assessment, and accreditation activities.

• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and clinical partners to support program goals and student success.

• Engage in university, community, and professional service activities.

• Contribute to departmental, college, and university committees and initiatives.

• Support recruitment, retention, and engagement efforts for students and the Speech-Language Pathology program.

• Promote a collaborative, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment.

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the department's mission and strategic goals.

Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Standing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity: Feeling, Sitting, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity: Driving, Pulling, Pushing

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This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.