What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audiology Assistant/Associate Professor position at West Virginia University School of Medicine?
The Department of Human Performance, Division of Communication Sciences and Disorders at West Virginia University (WVU – Morgantown, WV) is seeking a full-time, non-tenure track (12-month) Assistant or Associate Professor of Audiology to contribute to a well-established program with a tradition of excellence in teaching, scholarship and service at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank. 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 teaching within the undergraduate Communication Sciences and Disorders and Doctor of Audiology programs, and provide clinical services in the WVU Speech, Language, Hearing Clinic.Individuals with clinical experience and / or expertise in pediatric audiology, cochlear implants, and aural rehabilitation are encouraged to apply but all areas within the field of Audiology will be considered. This individual will contribute to a department culture of collegiality, collaboration, and trust, will promote innovation and resourcefulness, and will seek to promote partnerships within the department, community, and other related programs.Active engagement in departmental, university, and professional service activities is also expected. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Applicants must meet the following criteria for consideration :
- Doctor of Audiology (AuD) or Master’s Degree in Audiology;
- Current ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence;
- West Virginia Audiology license or eligible for a West Virginia Audiology license;
- A minimum of two years of experience in clinical supervision and / or experience with academic instruction;
Preferred qualifications include :
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 successful candidate identified no later than August 1, 2025. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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.
