Position Title: 12-month Term Track Clinical Assistant Professor
Location: University of Louisville, School of Medicine, Louisville, Kentucky
Tenure Track: No
Discipline: Audiology
Type of Position: Assistant Professor (non-tenure track)
Anticipated Start Date: January 1, 2024
Position Description
Applications are invited for the position of an Assistant Professor within the Program of Audiology, Division of Communicative Disorders, Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery and Communicative Disorders, University of Louisville School of Medicine. This is a full-time, 12-month, non-tenure track position beginning January 1, 2024, with a later start date negotiable. 50% of the successful candidate’s effort will be providing clinical services through University of Louisville Health. The remaining 50% may be split between teaching, service to the department, and (if desired), research efforts.
Applicant Requirements:
- Candidate must hold a doctoral degree in Audiology (AuD or PhD; PhD or AuD with experience in an academic setting preferred, ABD considered pending completion of degree requirements), or a related field, by Jan 1, 2024.
- The CCC-A credential, and eligibility for state licensure are required for this position.
The ideal candidate will have a record of successful university teaching, interprofessional work experience in a medical setting, advanced clinical training, and graduate clinician supervision experience. As part of our vision and commitment to teaching, the successful candidate will be expected to mentor graduate students in research and through graduate clinical supervision. All areas of teaching, research, and clinical expertise will be considered, with preference for experience in teaching amplification, educational audiology, pediatrics, genetics, and practice management. Clinical expertise in vestibular testing, implantable devices, and/or intraoperative monitoring is preferred. Salary is commensurate with background and experience. This position is currently available and will be open until filled.
Program Information
The Division of Communicative Disorders includes the programs in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology. The Audiology program at the University of Louisville developed and implemented one of the first Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree programs in the country. The program is located in the heart of the University of Louisville Health Sciences Campus and provides an exciting educational experience in a dynamic medical environment. Approximately 40 graduate students are currently enrolled in the Au.D. program. The Program has five full-time academic faculty and works with seven primary full-and part-time clinicians, operating several clinical sites in the Medical Center complex in downtown and suburban Louisville, KY.
About the City and the University
Louisville is a progressive community of around 620,000 people with a robust economy, a vibrant arts scene, a nationally ranked public school system, and a rich history infused with southern hospitality. Situated on the banks of the Ohio River, the largest city of Kentucky boasts a cost of living that is substantially lower than the national average, with a broad range of affordable housing options from high-rise apartments and historic Victorian homes to suburban communities and rural farms.
The University of Louisville strives to foster and sustain an environment of inclusiveness that empowers us all to achieve our highest potential without fear of prejudice or bias and are committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community, and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching and/or service, to this mission. University of Louisville is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for promoting the careers of women (https://louisville.edu/advance) and is among institutions of higher education recognized for excellence in diversity with the INSIGHT into Diversity HEED Award. UofL also earned five out of five stars from the Campus Pride Index for LGBTQ-friendly policies, programs and practices. Additional information about UofL’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is available at http://louisville.edu/diversity/. UofL provides excellent benefits, including domestic partner benefits, tenure clock extension, and dual career support.
Application Instructions
Review of applications will commence immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Applications must include the following:
(1) a cover letter indicating applicant’s interest in the position
(2) a curriculum vitae (including the names and contact information of at least three referees)
(3) a research statement
(4) a teaching statement
(5) a diversity statement that articulates the candidate’s track record and plans related to advancing diversity, inclusion and belonging.
Applications may be emailed to: angela.smith@louisville.edu. Please contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Shae Morgan at shae.morgan@louisville.edu with any questions about the position.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at employment@louisville.edu or 502-852-6258.
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