Asst. Professor - Communication jobs in Kansas City, MO

Description

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Rockhurst University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor. This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position to begin August 2024.

Responsibilities

This tenure-track faculty position primarily supports the educational mission of the CSD program. Specific responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses; conducting research in area(s) of expertise; mentoring and engaging students in research and service; and contributing to the mission of the department, college, and university through service commiserate with rank and experience.

Qualifications

• Research doctorate (EdD or PhD) in speech-language pathology
• At least three years of professional experience
• Excellent teaching and course development skills for hybrid and online courses
• Record of scholarly contributions to the CSD field
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in a university setting
• Alignment with the mission of Rockhurst University
• ASHA Certification (CCC-SLP)
• State licensure (or eligibility) in speech-language pathology

Program Information

Located in the heart of Kansas City, the Rockhurst CSD Department has a 20-year history of excellence in scholarly, academic, and clinical preparation of students. Community partnerships are at the heart of this well-established program where students gain clinical skills in real-world environments. The Rockhurst CSD program offers a variety of course modalities with potential for innovation. Additional information may be found here: https://www.rockhurst.edu/communication-sciences-disorders.

Required Materials

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vita
• Teaching philosophy
• Sample teaching materials (upon request)
• Contact information of three references (only contacted if selected to interview)

Rockhurst cannot accept any application materials (resumes, cover letters, etc.) by email, mail, or walk-in. All applications and application materials must be submitted through our online application system.

Rockhurst University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Rockhurst uses E-Verify.

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