What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor- AZ- Speech Language Pathology position at Midwestern University and Careers?
The Speech-Language Pathology Program at Midwestern University in Glendale Arizona invites applications for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor faculty position. A faculty member in the Speech-Language Pathology Program has responsibilities in teaching, scholarship, and service which will include evidence-based classroom instruction, clinical education in area of expertise, development of a productive line of scholarship and active participation on Program committees. Faculty with expertise in motor speech disorders, voice and resonance disorders, fluency disorders and/or articulation and phonological disorders are encouraged to apply.
Applicants must hold a minimum of a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or a related area, certification in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA CCC-SLP) and must hold or be eligible for state licensure in Arizona. An earned doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology or related discipline, prior university academic or clinical teaching experience, scholarly productivity, and professional service will enhance the candidate’s application.
Salary and benefits are competitive. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Please direct any questions about this position to Stephanie Christensen, Ph.D., Program Director, Speech-Language Pathology; 19555 N. 59th Ave.; 302A Cactus Wren; Glendale, AZ 85308; schris@midwestern.edu.
If you would like to learn more about this position, please submit your application through Midwestern University’s online job board at https://www.midwestern.edu/employment-mwu. Your online application should include a letter of intent and a curriculum vitae with the names and contact information (including email addresses) of at least three professional references.
Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account. We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holidays, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program. Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.
Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws and regulation. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.
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