Assistant Professor of Audiology (28267)

Northern Illinois University; Steiermark; On-site; EUR 79,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Northern Illinois University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Audiology in the School of Allied Health and Communicative Disorders. This tenure-track, nine-month position includes teaching, scholarly activity, and service across undergraduate and graduate programs.

The candidate will contribute to a diverse academic community with opportunities for practicum, research, and grant development, and will advise students while engaging in collaboration with clinical partners.

Qualifications

• PhD in Audiology or related field required by time of hire.
• Commitment to inclusive work and learning environments.
• Strong oral, written, and electronic communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in audiology.
• Establish an active research agenda with publications and grants.
• Provide student advisement and participate in program committees.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program advancement.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Communication

Diversity & inclusion

Education

PhD in Audiology

CCC-A

IL audiology licensure

Job description

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Assistant Professor of Audiology (28267)

Working Position Title Assistant Professor of Audiology (28267)

Classification Title

Position Number

Position Number 00028267

Posting Date

Posting Date 09/14/2023

Closing Date

Priority Review Date

Priority Review Date 12/01/2023

Business Unit Description

Business Unit Description Faculty

Full-Time/Part Time

Full-Time/Part Time Full-Time

FTE

FTE 1.00

Position Status

Position Status Regular

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Job Code

Job Code 2000

Union Representation

Union Representation Union

Union Code

Union Code N/A

Unit/Department

College/Unit

Division

Division Academic Division

Location

Location WZ 340

Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview

Northern Illinois University ( NIU ) is a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University-Higher Research Activity located in DeKalb, IL. DeKalb is a diverse and growing community providing residents with a small-town feel and the benefits of a large university. The Audiology program is part of the interdisciplinary School of Allied Health and Communicative Disorders and offers an undergraduate Communicative Disorders major, Doctor of Audiology, Doctor of Physical Therapy, and a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology. Faculty in Audiology, Physical Therapy, and Speech-Language Pathology collaborate in clinical and research endeavors. The prospective candidate will work with a diverse student and clinic population and enjoy a comfortable work/life balance. Excellent off-campus sites are available for practicum, research, and grant development. The school includes a 27,000 sq. ft. multidisciplinary clinic space which houses the Speech-Language-Hearing and Physical Therapy Clinics. For more information about the program, visit http://www.chhs.niu.edu/audiology/ We are inviting applications for a full-time, nine-month, promotable faculty position subject to institutional funding at the rank of Assistant Professor within the Audiology program. This is a tenure-track, nine-month position with opportunities to teach during the summer term(s). Faculty rank is dependent on experience, qualifications, and Board policies. We seek faculty who embrace NIU’s mission of providing opportunity to a diverse student body by providing them with access to high quality education and hands-on involvement in research and community engagement.

Position Summary

The Assistant Professor is responsible for all aspects of classroom instruction to graduate and/or undergraduate students, contributing to scholarly endeavors, and serving on committees within the university and/or professional organizations.

The Assistant Professor will positively contribute to committee service within the program, university, community, and profession, provide student advisement to graduate students and undergraduate students, as appropriate, and participate in research projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach academic coursework and make connections to evidence based clinical practice to AuD students and other students as appropriate;
• Establish an active and innovative research/scholarly agenda that directly engages local, national, and international audiology research communities through research publications, presentations, and grants
• Positively contribute to service within the university (program, school, college, university levels) and profession;
• Provide student advisement and support student research;
• Contribute to curriculum development and program advancement.
• Collaborate within the campus and community to promote the advancement of the program and the mission of the University.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Earned PhD in Audiology or related field (e.g., Hearing Science, Auditory Neuroscience, Allied Health, etc.,) with expertise in Audiology by the time of hire;
• Research focus in acoustics and amplification, or specialty area that complements existing faculty expertise to ensure depth and breadth across the scope of practice as required by the Council of Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology;
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting inclusive work and learning environments that foster diversity, creativity, and innovation.

Additional Requirements

• Ability and willingness to contribute to meeting the program’s instructional needs;
• Strong oral, written, visual, and electronic communication skills;
• Ability to communicate effectively and interact in a positive manner with diverse faculty, staff, patients, students, and clinicians as well as with people of varying economic and cultural backgrounds;
• Effective interpersonal and conflict management skills;
• Ability to educate graduate students in clinical, laboratory, and classroom settings;
• Strong organization, problem-solving, and counseling skills;
• Demonstrated knowledge in evidence-based practice;
• Contribute to promoting a collegial environment in which faculty support each other and their students;
• Ability to adhere to program’s immunization policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in:
  • Effective teaching in higher education, specifically in an audiology program;
  • Strong scholarly record;
  • Current CCC -A,
  • Active and unrestricted IL licensure in Audiology by time of hire;
• History of engagement and service to the profession at the local, state, and/or national level.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a record of professional service, research, and experience developing grants for programming.

Physical Demands Summary

N/A

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date

August 16, 2024

Percent of Staff Year

0.75

Standard Hours Per Week

37.50

Salary Commensurate with experience and qualifications; Position includes a robust benefits package .

Interviews may occur before December 1, 2023, but a decision will not be made until after all applications received by that date have been considered. Applications received after this date are welcomed and will be considered as needed.

For additional questions, please contact Kim Wilson at [e-mail] .

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
[e-mail]
815-753-5560

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

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