Clinical or Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Audiology, Communication Sciences & Disorders (5602)
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Idaho State University
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Communication Sciences and Disorders
Type:
Full-Time
Clinical or Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Audiology, Communication Sciences & Disorders (5602)
Pocatello or Boise/Meridian
Institution Information
Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!
Job Description
The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Idaho State University (ISU) is looking for an exceptional Assistant Professor in Audiology. This position offers flexibility, welcoming both tenure-track and clinical-track candidates. The successful applicant has the option to be located at either the ISU Main Campus in Pocatello or the Meridian campus. Key responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate audiology courses, supervising doctoral-level audiology students in clinical settings, providing direct clinical audiological services, conducting impactful scholarly research, and contributing to university service initiatives. This role requires a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, clinical education, research, and service.
Key Responsibilities
o Develop and deliver graduate-level courses in audiology, covering key topics such as audiological assessment, hearing disorders, auditory rehabilitation, and hearing aid technology.
o Utilize innovative and evidence-based teaching strategies to engage students and enhance learning outcomes.
o Assess student performance through a variety of methods, including exams, assignments, practical assessments, and clinical case studies.
o Collaborate with faculty colleagues to ensure course content aligns with current professional standards and accreditation requirements.
o Supervise and mentor graduate audiology students in clinical settings, guiding them in assessing, diagnosing, and treating hearing and balance disorders.
o Provide ongoing feedback and evaluation to ensure students meet the clinical competencies necessary for professional practice and licensure.
o Maintain a supportive and ethical clinical learning environment, ensuring adherence to legal and professional standards.
o Provide a broad range of clinical audiology services in Pocatello, including pediatric and adult hearing evaluations, hearing aid fittings and follow-ups, implantable device evaluations and fittings, ABR testing, VNG testing, Veterans Affairs (VA) compensation & pension evaluations, tinnitus evaluations, and telehealth services.
o Stay informed about advancements in audiological practice and incorporate new techniques and technologies into clinical services.
o Engage in scholarly activities that contribute to the field of audiology, such as research, publications, presentations, and grant writing.
o Collaborate with colleagues on research projects and participate in professional conferences to disseminate findings.
o Mentor graduate students in their research endeavors, providing guidance on project development, data analysis, and dissemination of results.
o Participate in department, college, and university committees, contributing to governance and decision-making processes.
o Engage in professional service activities, such as involvement in audiology-related organizations, community outreach, and continuing education.
o Participate in initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the academic and clinical environments to support the university's mission.
Minimum Qualifications
You must submit the following to be considered for this position:
Posting Number: req2331
Type: Working 12 months per year
Position: Faculty Tenure Track
Division: Idaho State University
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
To apply, visit https://isu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/5/home/requisition/2331?c=isu
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Pocatello or Boise/Meridian
Institution Information
Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!
Job Description
The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Idaho State University (ISU) is looking for an exceptional Assistant Professor in Audiology. This position offers flexibility, welcoming both tenure-track and clinical-track candidates. The successful applicant has the option to be located at either the ISU Main Campus in Pocatello or the Meridian campus. Key responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate audiology courses, supervising doctoral-level audiology students in clinical settings, providing direct clinical audiological services, conducting impactful scholarly research, and contributing to university service initiatives. This role requires a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, clinical education, research, and service.
Key Responsibilities
- Teaching (40%)
o Develop and deliver graduate-level courses in audiology, covering key topics such as audiological assessment, hearing disorders, auditory rehabilitation, and hearing aid technology.
o Utilize innovative and evidence-based teaching strategies to engage students and enhance learning outcomes.
o Assess student performance through a variety of methods, including exams, assignments, practical assessments, and clinical case studies.
o Collaborate with faculty colleagues to ensure course content aligns with current professional standards and accreditation requirements.
- Clinical Supervision (0-20%)
o Supervise and mentor graduate audiology students in clinical settings, guiding them in assessing, diagnosing, and treating hearing and balance disorders.
o Provide ongoing feedback and evaluation to ensure students meet the clinical competencies necessary for professional practice and licensure.
o Maintain a supportive and ethical clinical learning environment, ensuring adherence to legal and professional standards.
- Clinical Service Provision (0-40%)
o Provide a broad range of clinical audiology services in Pocatello, including pediatric and adult hearing evaluations, hearing aid fittings and follow-ups, implantable device evaluations and fittings, ABR testing, VNG testing, Veterans Affairs (VA) compensation & pension evaluations, tinnitus evaluations, and telehealth services.
o Stay informed about advancements in audiological practice and incorporate new techniques and technologies into clinical services.
- Scholarly Activity (10-30%)
o Engage in scholarly activities that contribute to the field of audiology, such as research, publications, presentations, and grant writing.
o Collaborate with colleagues on research projects and participate in professional conferences to disseminate findings.
o Mentor graduate students in their research endeavors, providing guidance on project development, data analysis, and dissemination of results.
- Service (10%)
o Participate in department, college, and university committees, contributing to governance and decision-making processes.
o Engage in professional service activities, such as involvement in audiology-related organizations, community outreach, and continuing education.
o Participate in initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the academic and clinical environments to support the university's mission.
Minimum Qualifications
- Earned master's degree (e.g., MS, MA) and/or doctoral degree in Audiology (e.g., AuD, Ph.D.)
- Be eligible for and obtain Idaho audiology licensure; the successful candidate will need to be in the process of obtaining or have obtained an Idaho audiology license at the time of hire
- Have a minimum of one year (post-graduation) of clinical audiology experience
- Be eligible for and obtain the American Speech/Language Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A); the successful candidate will need to be in the process of obtaining or have obtained the ASHA CCC-A at the time of hire
- Evidence of strong collaboration skills
- Excellent interpersonal and professional skills and potential for excellence in teaching
- Hearing-aid experience with multiple product lines and manufacturers
- Experience supervising and instructing graduate students in a clinical environment
- Experience in implantable devices, especially with cochlear implants
- Interest in and experience with auditory brainstem response evaluation
- Interest in and/or experience with vestibular assessment and management
- Have a clear potential for clinical teaching
You must submit the following to be considered for this position:
- Current curriculum vitae
- Letter of interest
- Graduate transcripts (unofficial is acceptable until position is confirmed)
- Statement of research plan (2 page limit)
- Statement of teaching philosophy(2 page limit)
- Three letters of recommendation (submitted by references to csdadmin@isu.edu)
Posting Number: req2331
Type: Working 12 months per year
Position: Faculty Tenure Track
Division: Idaho State University
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
To apply, visit https://isu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/5/home/requisition/2331?c=isu
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