Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) - Speech-Language Pathology

The Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position to support our dynamic Speech-Language Pathology graduate program and our Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology undergraduate program. We are seeking a visionary educator and researcher committed to advancing these programs through innovative teaching, scholarly excellence, and student-centered engagement. The successful candidate will complement the expertise of current faculty, foster a collaborative environment, and contribute to the continued development and recognition of our department.

The home campus for this position is Bloomsburg with the expectation of serving a multi-campus University within the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education.

About the Department:

The Department of Rehabilitation Sciences offers high quality programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctorate level, preparing graduates for successful careers in allied health, public schools, private practice, and other work settings — to include some of the most sought-after careers in a growing competitive global job market. The undergraduate and graduate Speech-Language Pathology (M.S.) and Audiology (Au.D.) programs are supported by 12 full-time faculty and clinical staff.  In addition to our in-house clinic, faculty have access to state-of-the-art simulation labs at Commonwealth University totaling 8,713 square feet, which are designed to support immersive, hands-on clinical education. This cutting edge facility enables innovative teaching approaches, including high-fidelity simulation, interprofessional collaboration, and experiential learning that bridges classroom knowledge with real-world practice.  Faculty are encouraged and supported in developing forward-thinking cirricula, integrating emerging technologies, and advancing creative pedagogical models that prepare students for the evolving landscape of speech-language pathology.  This is an ideal environment for educators who are passionate about innovation, educational leadership, and shaping the future of clinical training.  Faculty-led research is supported though generous internal grants, and our various programs within the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and the College of Health, Science, and Technology provide excellent opportunities to conduct collaborative research and engagement in interprofessional education. Our in-house Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic, in addition to our affiliate school district site, offer excellent opportunities for clinical and school-based research.

About the College:

The College of Health, Science, and Technology (CoHST) is comprised of the Departments of Biological and Health Sciences; Mathematics, Computer Science, and Digital Forensics; Physical and Environmental Sciences; Physician Associate Studies; Rehabilitation Sciences; and the Breiner School of Nursing. CoHST offers several bachelors, masters, and doctoral programs. The health professions programs housed under the college aims to prepare competent and caring health care professionals to serve communities and the health care industry.

Duties:

• Teach courses in the graduate Speech-Language Pathology program and undergraduate Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology program
• Conduct and disseminate research in the fields of speech, language, and hearing sciences
• Mentor and advise students, fostering a supportive and dynamic learning environment
• Collaborate with faculty to implement forward-thinking curricular and program developments
• Participate in service to the department, college, university, and professional communities
• Complete distance education training programs as made available by the University within two years of hire for the purpose of teaching in a multi-campus environment with remote teaching needs

Minimum Qualifications

An earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Communication Sciences and Disorders or related area and the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology are required prior to start date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous graduate-level teaching experience
• Record of peer-reviewed publications and presentations
• Clinical experience
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas: Swallowing Disorders; Adult Neurogenic Disorders; Voice and Resonance Disorders. Other areas of expertise may be considered.