Lamar University Looking for Assistant Professor, Audiology (Tenure-Track) 499760 Full Time

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Position Number: 202252

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Job Summary/Basic Function:
About This Role:

The Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences at Lamar University is seeking a full-time open rank tenure-track faculty position in Audiology to begin Fall 2023. Individuals with a productive research agenda and current or strong potential to obtain extramural funding are heavily encouraged to apply. Research facilities are well-equipped and ready for most project types. Applicants must: have a demonstrated commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service; be supportive of equity, diversity, and inclusion; be flexible and adaptable; and have a cooperative work style. Expertise and/or research in any of the following areas is considered an asset: Telehealth or eHealth, Cochlear Implants, Pediatrics, Tinnitus/Hyperacusis, or Auditory Processing Disorders. Other specialty areas will be considered. Summer employment opportunities and start-up research funding may be available.

Note regarding Teaching Workload: While full-time is considered a workload equivalent of a 4 course Fall, 4 course Spring (4:4), considerations will be made for release for scholarly and creative activities with a maximum release set at half per semester (2:2).

Reviews of applications will start on July 10, 2023.

Position Responsibilities:

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Scholarly and Creative Activities – maintaining active research, dissemination of research, and application for extramural funding; mentoring of undergraduate and graduate research endeavors
• Teaching – graduate and undergraduate coursess
• Service – to the Department, College, University; to the Community; to the Profession
• Other departmental and program duties as assigned.

Who We Are:

Lamar University is a diverse and accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100 degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

Department Summary:

The Department offers two graduate degree programs that are accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA): (1) the Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) and (2) the Master of Science (M.S.) in Speech-Language Pathology. The Department also offers a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences, a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant program leading to state licensure as an SLP-A, and an online graduate certificate program in Vocology.

Benefits:

At Lamar University one of the ways we show value to our team members is by offering the following perks:

• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance
• State of Texas Retirement plans
• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent

Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent from an accredited institution approved by the licensing board of the State of Texas, Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC-A) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Active holder or eligible to obtain Texas state licensure in Audiology at the time of hire. Those near completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications

• PhD. Experience in University teaching, research, and clinical experience will be considered an asset.

Security Sensitive Statement:
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Salary: Commensurate

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Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:
How to Apply: Interested candidates should apply at https://jobs.lamar.edu and submit 1) letter of Interest; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) teaching philosophy (please include information about how your teaching will support a diverse and inclusive learning environment); 4) 5-year research agenda/philosophy, and 5) list of 3 professional references. Official transcripts are required at the time of employment.

Primary Contact: Connie L. Howard, Au.D., Lamar University
Contact Email: [email protected] (please include “Audiology Position” in your initial subject line) Contact Phone: 409-880-8171 Department Phone: 409-880-8338 Department Fax: 409-880-2265 Department Mailing Address: Speech and Hearing Sciences Department, Lamar University, Box 10076, Beaumont, TX 77710

To apply, visit https://jobs.lamar.edu/.

Lamar University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Lamar University not to discriminate on the basis of non-relevant criteria including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in its educational programs, activities, admissions or employment practices.

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