Assistant Professor in Speech-Language Pathology

Clayton State University; Georgia; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

13 paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Retirement plans

Tuition waiver

Wellness options

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking an Assistant Professor in Speech-Language Pathology within the College of Allied Health Sciences to teach in the Master of Health Science in SLP program, mentor students, and contribute to curriculum development. The role emphasizes instruction, service, and scholarship in a non-tenure track position.

The candidate will coordinate applicant communications, support admissions processes, and engage in accreditation-related activities while promoting excellence in

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders.
• Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, or equivalent) in Speech-Language Pathology or a closely related field.
• Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (any state) and CCC-SLP

Responsibilities

• Teaching - 80%: advise on policies, prepare teaching assignments, assist in interviewing and recruiting, participate in program accreditation, assist in recruitment and admissions activities.
• Scholarship - 10%: participate in research, presentations, and publications.
• Service - 10%: participate in committees and service to institution, college, and department.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum design

Mentoring

Research

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, or equivalent) in SLP or related field

Job description

Assistant Professor in Speech-Language Pathology

The College of Allied Health Sciences (CAHS) at Augusta University is seeking an Assistant Professor in the Master of Health Science in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) graduate program. The SLP faculty position requires a willingness and commitment to engage with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development. Job responsibilities will include teaching, service, and scholarship responsibilities consistent with the mission and vision of the SLP department and program. Additional job duties will include the organization, coordination, and communication with prospective students throughout the application and admissions process. This is a non-tenure track position.

Responsibilities

Teaching - 80%
Advise students accordingly on university, college and program policies. Prepare teaching assignments. Assist in interviewing and recruiting prospective faculty. Participate in securing program accreditation with the appropriate credentialing agency. Assist in all student recruitment, admissions processes, and enrollment activities.
Scholarship - 10%
Participate in scholarship activities to include research, presentations, and publications.
Service - 10%
Participate in service to the institution, college and department by serving on committees at all levels.

Required Qualifications

Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, or equivalent) in Speech-Language Pathology or a closely related field. Consideration may be given to candidates who are ABD with an anticipated completion date prior to the start of employment.
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (any state)
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)

Assistant Professor- early-level career as a faculty member 0-4 years' experience is related field.

Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:

• Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation;
• Evidence of ability as a teacher;
• Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned;
• Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and,
• Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications

At least 7 years experience as a practicing speech-language pathologist and 5 years experience in teaching

Shift/Salary/Benefits

This position is fiscal year based and works year-round.

The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time.

Assistant Professor- Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data.

Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments). For more information on ranks, please review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure Website:

The College of Allied Health Sciences at Augusta University trains and educates today's health care professionals: the therapists, technicians, administrators, managers and assistants who are the backbone of our country's health care workforce.

As the nation's population ages and increasingly struggles with chronic disease and disability, as well as health care reform, our mission of educating premier health care professionals has never been more vital. We stay on the leading edge of national trends and advances in science, technology, and professionalism. In just the last decade, we have expanded our graduate programs nearly 250 percent, bolstered our clinical mission, and multiplied our research initiatives threefold. Our students enjoy clinical opportunities across Georgia. We were an early proponent of interdisciplinary and distance education, and we continue to lead the way with our innovative programs.

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer‑friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family‑centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco‑free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.