Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Appointment Stream Position (CSD)

New Jersey Department of Children and Families; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh seeks a full-time faculty member in Speech-Language Pathology. The successful candidate will provide instruction and lead clinical education while supporting the mission of the Department of Communication Science and Disorders. This role offers growth in an inclusive environment focused on equity and diversity.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years clinical experience in speech-language pathology.
• 2 years of experience in clinical and classroom instruction required.
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence and PA state license in Speech-Language Pathology.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical instruction and develop curriculum for various programs.
• Lead clinical simulation activities and interdisciplinary teaching.
• Contribute to service and professional development opportunities.

Skills

Clinical Education

Curriculum Development

Interprofessional Teaching

Education

Graduate degree in communication science and disorders

Doctoral degree preferred

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Assistant/Associate/Full professor, appointment stream (outside of tenure track), full-time (12-month) faculty member in speech-language pathology in the Department of Communication Science and Disorders, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh.

CONTENT AREA: Applicants with an interest in clinical simulation and clinical education are preferred. Applicants with expertise in related areas are also encouraged to apply.

STARTING DATE: August 15, 2025

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide didactic and clinical instruction during the 12-month calendar year (Fall, Spring, Summer) to support the educational mission of our programs and according to the needs of the department. This may include involvement in any of our five programs: undergraduate (BA) degree in communication science, doctor of audiology (AuD), master of arts or master of science in speech-language pathology (MA/MS-SLP), and research doctorate in communication science and disorders (PhD).

2. Develop and lead foundational clinical simulation activities, including interdisciplinary activities, for our master's in speech-language pathology program students.

3. Develop and manage curriculum, course content, and clinical skill-building activities for students, including professional mentoring.

4. Participate in and further develop interprofessional teaching and clinical opportunities.

5. Provide clinical education as appropriate to the student's level through direct clinical instruction.

6. Contribute through service to the department, school, university, and profession.

QUALIFICATIONS: A graduate degree in communication science and disorders and/or related fields with demonstrated expertise in specified subject areas. A doctoral degree is preferred but not required. Obtain the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence and PA state license in Speech-Language Pathology. Demonstrated experience, commitment, and service to equity, justice, inclusion, and diversity in the field of communication science and disorders. Preference will be given to candidates with a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in speech-language pathology and a minimum of 2 years of experience with clinical and classroom instruction.

DEPARTMENT: The Department of Communication Science and Disorders (CSD) is one of seven departments in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS). The department currently has 25 FTE (Full Time Equivalent) faculty, including 10 full professors, 6 associate professors, 9 assistant professors, and 2 research assistant professors. The faculty are engaged in local, state-wide, national, and international collaborations and have a formidable reputation for the areas of expertise to which they contribute through research, teaching, and professional service. CSD is the largest department in SHRS, enrolling over 264 students across 5-degree programs, including an undergraduate (BA) degree in communication science, doctor of audiology (AuD), master of arts or master of science in speech-language pathology (MA/MS-SLP), , and research doctorate in communication science and disorders (PhD). Speech-language pathology (ranked #5 by U.S. News and World Report) and Audiology (ranked #5 by U.S. News and World Report) are among the nation's top programs in the field.

SCHOOL: The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS) was established in 1969 as a health sciences school of the University of Pittsburgh. SHRS stands on its solid reputation as an international leader in rehabilitation and disabilities education, research, and community services, improving the lives and independence of all people with a focus on people at risk for having chronic conditions or disabilities and those who have traditionally been underserved and underrepresented. The vision of the school is to be a catalyst for a world free of barriers and disparities that allows all people, regardless of health, to have opportunities to participate in life to the fullest; to be accomplished through education, research, and service. SHRS is a nationally renowned leader in the field of healthcare education, research, and clinical practice preparation. With 13 different disciplines related to health and rehabilitative care, SHRS shapes future generations of health care professionals, therapists, counselors, advocates, scientists, providers, and practitioners, trained to serve the needs of all people, regardless of background, levels of health, or mobility. Pitt SHRS has grown to over 20 degree programs, forged beneficial linkages across the Health Sciences and the University, and has found its graduate programs holding top spots in annual graduate school rankings. Five SHRS graduate programs earned top spots in the recent US News and World Report's annual graduate school ranking of disciplines: Physical Therapy (#9), Occupational Therapy (#3), Speech-Language Pathology (#5), Audiology (#5), and Rehabilitation Counseling. Pitt SHRS reaps many benefits as part of a research-intensive university and as a member of a cohesive and well-organized cadre of health sciences schools. Additionally, SHRS enjoys strong relationships with the world-class University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), the Veterans Administration (VA) Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, as well as collaborations with researchers at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) in its Robotics Institute and the School of Computer Science. Pitt SHRS is well-positioned for the future with unparalleled research activity, including the recent receipt of four Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) grants, a strong cadre of faculty and staff, clinical education programs with excellent student outcomes, and a focus on interprofessional education and practice (IPE/IPP).

INSTITUTION: The University of Pittsburgh is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in the United States. Founded in 1787 as The Pittsburgh Academy, a private institution until 1966, the University is now a state-related research university as part of the Commonwealth System of Higher Education in Pennsylvania. Pitt has its main campus in the Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh and four regional undergraduate campuses. Pitt is home to 16 schools and colleges that offer a breadth of high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs. The university offers over 645 degrees and certificate programs. Total enrollment at Pitt (including graduate and professional schools) is 28,234 (18,274 full-time undergraduates, 9,960 graduate students). A proven economic engine, Pitt contributes $4.2 billion to communities throughout Pennsylvania. In addition to membership in the Association of American Universities (AAU), Pitt consistently appears in the top echelon of national and global university rankings. In 2021, the Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings again named the Pittsburgh campus as the No. 1 public university in the Northeastern United States. Pitt ranks fifth among U.S. universities in competitive grants awarded to members of its faculty by the National Institutes of Health. The university ranks ninth nationally in federal science and engineering funding, according to the National Science Foundation. Pitt is No. 19 among the nation's top public colleges and universities in the 2021 U.S. News & World Report of Best Colleges and No. 47 on its list of best global universities.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Applications should be submitted through the Talent Center Careers at Pitt Online Portal: www.join.pitt.edu (using requisition number 25002287). A complete application includes: (1) a cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) teaching statement; (4) list of three professional references with full contact information; (5) statement of experience with and plans to support efforts related to equity, justice, and inclusion. Recruitment and review of applications will be conducted immediately and continued with full consideration until the position is filled.

Nominations and confidential inquiries may also be sent to the Search Committee Chair:

Sarah E. Wallace, PHD, CCC-SLP, ASHA-Fellow

Professor

Director, Master's Degree Program in Speech-Language Pathology

Department of Communication Science & Disorders

School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences

University of Pittsburgh

5028 Forbes Tower

Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.