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Working Position Title Assistant Professor of Audiology (28267)
Classification Title Assistant Professor
Position Number 00028267
Posting Date 09/14/2023
Closing Date
Priority Review Date 12/01/2023
Business Unit Description Faculty
Full-Time/Part Time Full-Time
FTE 1.00
Position Status Regular
FLSA Exempt
Job Code 2000
Union Representation Union
Union Code N/A
Unit/Department Allied Health & Comm Disorders
College/Unit College-Hlth & Human Sci Dean
Division Academic Division
Location WZ 340
Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page https://www.chhs.niu.edu/ahcd/

Overview
Position Summary
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach academic coursework and make connections to evidence based clinical practice to AuD students and other students as appropriate;
• Establish an active and innovative research/scholarly agenda that directly engages local, national, and international audiology research communities through research publications, presentations, and grants
• Positively contribute to service within the university (program, school, college, university levels) and profession;
• Provide student advisement and support student research;
• Contribute to curriculum development and program advancement.
• Collaborate within the campus and community to promote the advancement of the program and the mission of the University.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Earned PhD in Audiology or related field (e.g., Hearing Science, Auditory Neuroscience, Allied Health, etc.,) with expertise in Audiology by the time of hire;
• Research focus in acoustics and amplification, or specialty area that complements existing faculty expertise to ensure depth and breadth across the scope of practice as required by the Council of Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology;
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting inclusive work and learning environments that foster diversity, creativity, and innovation.

Additional Requirements

• Ability and willingness to contribute to meeting the program's instructional needs;
• Strong oral, written, visual, and electronic communication skills;
• Ability to communicate effectively and interact in a positive manner with diverse faculty, staff, patients, students, and clinicians as well as with people of varying economic and cultural backgrounds;
• Effective interpersonal and conflict management skills;
• Ability to educate graduate students in clinical, laboratory, and classroom settings;
• Strong organization, problem-solving, and counseling skills;
• Demonstrated knowledge in evidence-based practice;
• Contribute to promoting a collegial environment in which faculty support each other and their students;
• Ability to adhere to program's immunization policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in:
  • Effective teaching in higher education, specifically in an audiology program;
  • Strong scholarly record;
  • Current CCC-A,
  • Active and unrestricted IL licensure in Audiology by time of hire;

• History of engagement and service to the profession at the local, state, and/or national level.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a record of professional service, research, and experience developing grants for programming.

Physical Demands Summary

Anticipated Appointment Start Date August 16, 2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Percent of Staff Year 0.75
Standard Hours Per Week 37.50
Salary Commensurate with experience and qualifications; Position includes a robust benefits package.
Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range see above
Earn Type Salary

Application Procedure

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter detailing how the candidate meets or exceeds the qualifications, and, including statements of teaching philosophy and experience, research/scholarly activities and plans, and commitments and accomplishments related to access, diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Licensure and Certification information, if qualified
• List of three professional references
• Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire)

Special Instructions
Quick Link to Applicant https://employment.niu.edu/postings/73873
Is Background Check Required Yes
EEO Statement Summary

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

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