Assistant Professor, Speech Path & Audiology (Tenure Track)

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or jobs@unr.edu. For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778. Job Description The Department of Speech Pathology & Audiology at the University of Nevada, Reno housed in the School of Medicine, invites applications for a full-time, 12 month, tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor. We welcome applicants with an interest in neuro-developmental language disorders, including autism, as well as typical speech and language development, and speech sound disorders. The department, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary, offers a B.S. in speech pathology and audiology, a M.S. degree in speech pathology, and a Ph.D. in speech pathology. The graduate program is CAA-accredited. The department houses a comprehensive university-based speech and hearing clinic in partnership with University Health as operated by Renown. We provide state-of the art evaluation and treatment of individuals of all ages in our region. In addition, we offer specialty clinical experiences in cleft palate, autism, language and literacy, dysphagia, and aphasia. The department consists of nine full-time faculty who work together to support each other and the missions of the department and university. Tenured faculty members are active in research, teaching, clinical education and supervision. The department is part of an an established HRSA funded grant, Leadership Education in Autism and related Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND). This position may participate in the LEND grant and work with a variety of university professors and community professionals across the state. The anticipated start date is August 2023. Required Qualifications PhD in Communication Sciences and Disorders or Speech-Language Pathology. Expertise and ability to teach in speech sound disorders and/or child language development and disorders. Experience with autism spectrum disorder and differential diagnosis preferred. Experience in and ability to provide clinical education and supervision. Ability to work in an interdisciplinary capacity with an established team of health care professionals across the university and the community. Demonstrated scholarship potential in respective research interests, develop grant proposals, and obtain external funding. ASHA CCC-SLP and Nevada Licensure in Speech Language Pathology (or be eligible). Demonstrated experience, commitment, and service to equity, justice, inclusion, and diversity in the field. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Duties & Responsibilities Provide didactic and clinical instruction during the 12-month calendar year (Fall, Spring, Summer) to support the educational mission of the department. This may include involvement in our undergraduate (BS) degree, Master of Science in speech-language pathology (MS), and research doctorate in speech-language pathology (Ph.D.) programs. Specific assignments are dependent on departmental needs and the background of the individual. Teaching Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses. Develop and manage curriculum, course content, and/or adapting coursework. Provide clinical education of graduate students through clinical supervision. Lead independent study research/academic experiences for students. Mentor, advise, and participate on student committees. Research/scholarly pursuits Establish a program of research. Apply for funding related to research area(s). Engage in dissemination of research. Service Service to department, school, university, and/or profession by serving on committees that are appropriate to the mission of the Department. Academic advising of graduate students. Depending on area of emphasis, may participate in established interdisciplinary autism assessment team, develop ideas for team functioning, and collaborate with developing research component of the assessment team. Compensation Grade Assistant Professor - II To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Academic Faculty (12-month), Assistant Professor. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience. Remarkable Retirement! Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 15.50% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada. Perks of Working at UNR! Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance Generous annual and sick leave, life insurance and long-term disability – Faculty Benefits E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues. Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focusing on campus-wide diversity initiatives to ensure we are working to create a diverse and welcoming campus climate. Diversity Groups Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty Senate No state income tax Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee’s spouse or domestic partner. Faculty Grants-in-Aid Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Dual Career Assistance Program Department Information The Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine is composed of a group of faculty members that study a variety of neurodevelopmental and acquired communication disorder topics. The department is unique in that it has several specialty clinics, University Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment, Cleft Palate, Aphasia, Transgender Voice, Swallowing, Literacy and Reading. The candidate will interface with the autism clinic. There are nine academic faculty: six tenured faculty and three non-tenure track faculty. The faculty are active in obtaining external federal grants. The faculty dedicate a substantial amount of time to teaching students. Department Contact Joanne Cherep Search Coordinator jcherep@unr.edu Contact Information: Tami Brancamp, PhD, Interim Chair - 775-982-3300 ext 17141 or tbrancamp@med.unr.edu ExemptYes Full-Time Equivalent100.0% Required Attachment(s) 1) Resume/CV 2) Letters of Application (Cover letter) 3) Three professional references (include name, title, company/organization, email address, phone number) 4) One-page personal diversity statement: Fostering a diverse and inclusive environment is one of the core missions of UNR Med. We recognize that diversity promotes excellence in education, research, service, and health care. As we train future providers to care for, and researchers to address the needs of, an increasingly diverse patient population, we value developing a leadership team and faculty body that reflect and honor the diversity of the world in which we live. Through a school-wide process, UNR Med has selected specific mission-based diversity groups, including individuals who are underrepresented in medicine and those who identify as first generation, rural, or from low income backgrounds. When faculty bring a range of their personal and professional experiences to UNR Med, this diversity enriches the learning experiences of our students, expands the breadth and impact of research inquiries, and assists the members of our community in breaking down stereotypical thinking and personal biases and become more comfortable with the scope of human experiences beyond our own. Given the value UNR Med places on diversity, equity and inclusion, we ask that you submit a one-page personal diversity statement outlining your thoughts on each of the following: Describe your beliefs in regard to how diversity can advance the missions of a medical school (please provide specific examples); Explain your professional background and experiences in contributing toward a climate of diversity, equity and inclusion at a previous institution or organization (such as how you have come to understand the history of historically marginalized communities in the United States; how you have ensured inclusivity in your classroom or other teaching; programs you have developed in the area of diversity; mentoring of diverse students, faculty, and staff; how you have addressed diversity issues such as health care disparities in your research or teaching; service work that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion; and/or how you have promoted an environment where diversity is welcomed and fostered); and Delineate how your background and experiences would qualify you to advance UNR Med’s mission of diversity, equity and inclusion in the position for which you are applying (please include specific examples pertinent to your desired role). 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The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine is an inclusive and engaged community. We recognize that diverse faculty and leaders add value to the educational experience and promote excellence in our teaching, patient care, and research missions. We seek applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to our mission and uphold our core values. Our mission has guided our growth in graduating the next generation of primary and specialty care physicians and medical researchers while maintaining personalized instruction. The School of Medicine has statewide outreach with a local touch providing patient care, health services, and training physicians in Reno, Nevada and in the state’s rural communities. We are expanding provider education to train medical specialists as Medical Doctors as well as Speech Pathologists and Physician Assistants. 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