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Assistant Professor Pediatric Audiology

 

 

Assistant Professor Pediatric Audiology

  • 515063
  • Denton, Texas, United States
  • Faculty
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Title: Assistant Professor Pediatric Audiology

Employee Classification: Asst Professor

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Col of Publ Affairs & Hlth Sci

Department: UNT-Audiology & Speech - Lang Path-135370

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.

FTE: 1.00

Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
 
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
 
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
 

Department Summary

The Department of Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology (ASLP), located in College of Public Affairs and Health Sciences (PAHS) at the University of North Texas, provides the finest graduate professional education in both speech-language pathology and audiology and maintains an excellent undergraduate degree program. The department stresses excellence in teaching, research, and service by its faculty and students. As part of the educational programs, the department operates the UNT Speech and Hearing Center, which offers professional services to members of our campus community and the general public for the purpose of providing clinical training for students. The Speech and Hearing Center offers state-of-the-art diagnosis and treatment of speech, language, and hearing disorders.

The College of Public Affairs and Health Sciences (PAHS) at the University of North Texas prepares graduates to address diverse and complex social issues such as aging, disability, disaster management and recovery, criminal justice, health disparities and public safety, and find solutions to challenges in public administration, public and mental health, exercise physiology, and urban design.

We have nine academic departments with undergraduate and graduate programs, the Kristin Farmer Autism Center, the Center for Public Management, the UNT Speech and Hearing Center, the UNT Work Inclusion and Supported Employment (UNTWISE) program, UNT ELEVAR, and several professional development and clinical training programs to facilitate careers to address a global society.

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Position Overview

The Department of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology in the College of Public Affairs and Health Sciences at the University of North Texas invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track assistant professor of pediatric audiology to begin in Fall 2027. Successful candidates will have a Ph.D. in audiology, communication sciences and disorders, or a related field.

Our preferred candidate will conduct research to advance the prevention, identification, assessment, and treatment of hearing and balance disorders in children, but other specialty areas will be considered. The successful candidate will establish an externally funded research program while preparing the next generation of audiologists through excellence in teaching and mentorship.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment at one of the nation's leading public research universities, where research, clinical innovation, and community engagement come together to advance health and well-being for all people.

The successful candidate will:

• Develop and sustain an externally funded research program in pediatric audiology or a related specialty area.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in audiology.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate student researchers while fostering a collaborative learning environment.
• Publish impactful research in leading peer-reviewed journals and present findings at national and international conferences.
• Collaborate with faculty across disciplines to advance research and clinical care that improves outcomes for persons with hearing and balance disorders.
• Contribute to curriculum development, accreditation activities, departmental governance, and professional service.

We welcome applicants whose research aligns, but is not limited to the following areas:

• Early hearing detection and intervention (EHDI)
• Pediatric diagnostic audiology, counseling, and habilitation
• Pediatric amplification and hearing technologies
• Vestibular assessment and management in pediatric populations
• Auditory processing disorders
• Other related areas in audiology

Minimum Qualifications

Holds a terminal degree in the assigned discipline or related field; or having equivalent applied experience in accordance with faculty credentialing guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting pediatric clinical or translational research.
• Demonstrated record of scholarly publications.
• Interest in interdisciplinary collaborations
• Proven record of teaching excellence (e.g., student evaluations, letters of support, teaching portfolio)

Required License/Registration/Certifications

 

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

varies based on assignment

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Join Us!

We're seeking a collaborative colleague who is passionate about advancing hearing healthcare, mentoring future audiologists, and conducting research that improves communication, learning, and quality of life across the lifespan. If you're ready to build an innovative research program while shaping the future of audiology, we invite you to apply.

Applicant Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Description of 5-year research plan
• Statement of teaching interests
• Three letters of reference upon committee request
• If applicable, evidence of teaching effectiveness

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.

 

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