Clinical Speech Pathologist & Research Coordinator (Adults)

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 67,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University in Durham, NC, is seeking a Clinical-Speech Language Pathologist to join our team in a unique 50/50 role combining clinical expertise with clinical research coordination under Dr. Jamila Minga.

This position supports innovative research and patient care within Head & Neck Surgery and Communication Sciences. The role involves evaluations, treatment planning, and collaboration with physicians and researchers; requires a Master's degree, licensure eligibility, and several years of

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or related field.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Minimum six years of clinical experience working with adult neurogenic populations.
• Minimum two years of experience working with adults with right hemisphere brain damage.
• Minimum one year of clinical research experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language and cognitive-communication evaluations for adults with acquired neurogenic communication disorders.
• Administer and interpret standardized assessments to evaluate communication, cognition, language, discourse, and functional communication abilities.
• Develop diagnostic reports and treatment recommendations based on clinical findings and evidence-based practices.
• Provide individualized therapy interventions to support communication outcomes in adults with neurological conditions, including right hemisphere brain damage.
• Educate patients, family members, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members regarding communication disorders, treatment strategies, and prognosis.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with professional standards and institutional guidelines.
• Collaborate with physicians, rehabilitation professionals, researchers, and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate patient care and research activities.

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or related field

Tools

OnCore

Maestro Care

Job description

Duke University in Durham, NC, is seeking a Clinical-Speech Language Pathologist to join our team in a unique 50/50 role combining clinical expertise with clinical research coordination under Dr. Jamila Minga.

This position supports innovative research and patient care within Head & Neck Surgery and Communication Sciences. The role involves evaluations, treatment planning, and collaboration with physicians and researchers; requires a Master's degree, licensure eligibility, and several years of