Assistant/Associate Professor - Audiology

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Nebraska; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for a tenure-leading Assistant or Associate Professor in Audiology. This 9-month appointment will be located in Lincoln, Nebraska, and aims to develop a nationally and internationally recognized research program in audiology, in collaboration with nearby medical centers and the department's faculty.

Responsibilities include building a collaborative research program, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, mentoring student research,

Qualifications

• Earned research doctorate (Ph.D.) in Audiology, Hearing Science, Speech Science, Neuroscience, or a closely related field.
• Evidence of effective teaching or training at the undergraduate or graduate level.
• Strong potential for excellence in research publications, grant activity, or research trajectory.

Responsibilities

• Build a collaborative research program that contributes to the advancement of audiology and has the potential to attract external support.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in areas of expertise; mentor and guide student research.
• Engage in professional service within the department, college, university, and broader community.

Skills

Grant writing

Teaching experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Audiology or related field

Job description

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Assistant/Associate Professor - Audiology

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Working Title Assistant/Associate Professor - Audiology

Department Special Ed & Communic Disorders-1049

The Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln ( UNL ) is seeking applications for a tenure-leading Assistant or Associate Professor in Audiology. This 9-month (academic year) appointment will contribute to the department’s teaching and research missions, with an emphasis on developing a nationally and internationally recognized research program in audiology. This position will be located in Lincoln, Nebraska, with a projected start date of August 16, 2027. The Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders at UNL is housed in a state-of-the-art facility in a newly expanded and renovated building. We have access to teaching and research equipment and resources that can help you launch a successful career. You will teach alongside our expert faculty in our spiral curriculum, where we integrate the expertise of our clinical and research faculty to create an environment where students are coached to make connections between research and practice. Our proximity to and collaborations with Boys Town National Research Hospital, Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital, UNL’s Center for Brain, Biology, and Behavior (CB3), and the University of Nebraska Medical Center may provide opportunities for you to build your program of research. We are excited to welcome a new colleague at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor with expertise in audiology to join our collaborative and supportive faculty. We are especially interested in candidates whose work focuses on hearing and balance sciences, amplification and hearing aids, vestibular assessment and management, cognition and aging, or pediatric audiology. At the same time, we encourage applicants from a wide range of research areas who share our commitment to advancing knowledge and improving the lives of individuals with hearing and balance needs. RESPONSIBILITIES Build a collaborative research program that contributes to the advancement of audiology and has the potential to attract external support; teach undergraduate and graduate courses in areas of expertise; mentor and guide student research; and engage in professional service within the department, college, university, and broader community. MORE ABOUT US The Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders (https://cehs.unl.edu/secd) houses graduate programs in Audiology, Speech Language Pathology, and Special Education. SECD’s Audiology program is ranked among the top 20 audiology programs in the U.S. Faculty conduct cutting-edge research in global hearing health, communication access, hearing aids, cochlear implants, and neuroimaging. Our research thrives through interprofessional and interdepartmental collaboration, bringing together expertise from speech-language pathology, special education, engineering, athletics, psychology, and beyond. The College of Education and Human Sciences strives to be a vibrant, welcoming, and caring community driven by our mission to enhance the lives of individuals, families, schools, and communities, and strengthening the relationships among them. At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace, it’s a place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska. Lincoln, Nebraska, is a vibrant and welcoming city of over 300,000 people that blends the cultural richness of a Big Ten university community with the affordability and ease of Midwestern living.

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/ .

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Earned research doctorate (Ph.D.) in Audiology, Hearing Science, Speech Science, Neuroscience, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in research publications, grant activity, or research trajectory.
• Evidence of effective teaching or training at the undergraduate or graduate level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong record or promise of obtaining external funding.
• Experience in both basic and applied audiology research.
• Clinical audiology experience and the ability to integrate clinical practice with teaching and research.
• Expertise in one or more of the interest areas: hearing and balance sciences, amplification and hearing aids, vestibular assessment and management, cognition and aging, or pediatric audiology.
• Existing collaborations with clinical or medical research centers.
• Skills or experience in mentoring graduate students.

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Criminal History Background Check Required

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

• Dr. Emily Wakefield
  Search Committee Chair
  Email: [e-mail]

Job Type 9 Month

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

Planned Hire Date 08/16/2027

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