Assistant Tenure-Track Professor of Speech and Hearing Sciences

Company: UW Medicine
Location: Seattle
Posted on: November 6, 2024

Job Description:

University of Washington: Academic Personnel: College of Arts and Sciences: NATURAL SCIENCES DIVISION: Speech & Hearing SciencesLocationSeattle, WAOpen DateAug 31, 2023DescriptionThe Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences at the University of Washington is searching for a full-time tenure-track assistant professor. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct research and teaching within the broad area of hearing science. Applicants with expertise in any area of hearing science, encompassing both basic and applied research, will be considered. The Department is especially interested in investigators conducting basic research that advances our understanding of human hearing with concurrent potential for translation/application(s) in the domain of hearing technologies, including healthcare and/or consumer settings. The Department is also interested in investigators studying developmental processes and/or leveraging community-engaged or scalable (e.g., remote testing) approaches to reach diverse populations across the lifespan. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an impactful program of funded research and effective teaching and research mentoring at undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate levels in the area of hearing science. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate in collegial service activities and to support the Department's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. Additional positive factors for consideration include, but are not limited to, experience or interest in course design and/or curricular development and experience or interest in leadership in the areas of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.This position has an anticipated start date of Autumn 2024. Tenure-track faculty in the Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences have an annual service period of nine months (Sept 16 - June 15).Washington State Law requires that this ad list a binding salary range. The base salary range for this position will be $9,000-$14,500 per month on a 9-month basis ($81,000-$130,500 annually), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.The Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences is internationally recognized for impactful research, innovative curricula, and active commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. Our research, education, and clinical activities are dedicated to advancing the scientific understanding of human communication and to improving the quality of life of individuals affected by communication challenges across the lifespan (https://sphsc.washington.edu/vision-mission).QualificationsA Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in Speech and Hearing Sciences or a related field is required. Applicants working in any area of hearing science will be considered.Application InstructionsInterested candidates should apply via the Interfolio link and submit:

• a cover letter indicating general interest in the position;
• a research statement (5-page maximum);
• a statement of teaching philosophy, experience and/or interests (3-page maximum) and formal teaching evaluations (not part of the 3-page limit), if available;
• a statement describing past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (2-page maximum);
• a curriculum vitae; and
• the names and contact information for three professional references who can be contacted by the search committee for letters of recommendation at a later date.Priority consideration will be given to applications completed by October 15, 2023. Questions regarding the position can be directed to Andrew Brown (andrewdb@uw.edu).Application ProcessThis institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
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