Assistant Professor of Speech-Language Pathology
Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania - Bloomsburg
Bloomsburg, PA
- Type
- Full-time
Job Description
The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education provides a comprehensive package of employer benefits to eligible employees and their enrolled dependent(s), which include*:- Medical and prescription drug benefits.
- Generous retirement plans, two options:
- Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP)
- State Employees' Retirement System (SERS)
- Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.
- Paid time off.
- Employer-paid dental and vision benefits.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs.
To be eligible for most benefits, you must be a permanent, full-time employee (including temporary, full-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) or a permanent, part-time employee (including temporary, part-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) who is scheduled to work every pay period for at least 50% of full-time hours.
Position Description Summary
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. Faculty and staff benefit from our on-campus clinical facilities and research labs. 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
Qualifying Experience and Education (Minimum/Preferred)
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.
Special Instructions to Applicants
A complete application includes the following: 1) a letter of interest specifying your qualifications for the position 2) curriculum vita 3) unofficial academic transcripts 4) a one-page statement of your teaching philosophy 5) a one-page statement of your research agenda 6) contact information for three professional references.
Applications must be submitted online by September 15, 2025 for full consideration. Position will remain open until filled. Questions may be directed to the Search & Screen Committee Chair: Dr. Patricia Lawton (plawton@commonwealthu.edu).
Finalist(s) for this position must successfully complete an interview process and a teaching demonstration or research presentation. Recommendation for hiring is needed from a majority of the regular, full-time department faculty. Completing this search is contingent upon student enrollment and available funding.
Supplemental Information
Finalist(s) for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process. Recommendation for hiring is needed for a majority of the regular, full-time department faculty. Completing this search is contingent upon student enrollment and available funding.
Title IX/Clery
The University prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or family status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability in any decision regarding admissions, employment, or participation in a University program or activity in accordance with the letter and spirit of federal, state, and local non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws, such as Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act.
The University also complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act, as amended by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Title IX prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discrimination. VAWA imposes additional duties on universities and colleges to investigate and respond to reports of sexual assault, stalking, and dating or domestic violence, and to publish policies and procedures related to the way these reports are handled. The University has designated the Title IX Coordinator (Jennifer Raup, Elwell Hall, ORL, 570-389-4808, jraup@commonwealthu.edu or titleixcoord@commonwealthu.edu), to coordinate the University's compliance with Title IX and VAWA and to respond to reports of violations. The University has directed the Police Department to coordinate the University's compliance with the VAWA-related Clery reporting requirements. For information on the University's crime statistics, which is available in a publication called "Annual Security Report", please contact Commonwealth University - Bloomsburg Police at 570-389-2211, Commonwealth University - Mansfield Police at 570-662-4900, or Commonwealth University - Lock Haven Police at 570-484-2278 or by accessing the following website: https://www.commonwealthu.edu/offices-directory/university-police/annual-security-report. Additionally, inquiries concerning Title IX and its implementing regulation can be made to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Region III, The Wanamaker Building, 100 Penn Square East - Suite 505, Philadelphia, PA 19107; Phone: (215) 656-6010; Fax: (215) 656-6020.
About Commonwealth University of PA
The Power of Three Bloomsburg, Lock Haven and Mansfield universities have joined forces to boldly transform higher education in our region and beyond. While we are uniting as Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, you can expect a college experience that is anything but common.
We're Honoring our History by preserving the founding principles of each campus and continuing our vibrant on-campus student experience, serving as pillars of our communities, supporting students and our neighbors alike.
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We're Building a Powerful Tomorrow by boldly changing the trajectory of public education to position ourselves for growth, increased access, and to meet economic and workforce development needs in our region, across Pennsylvania and beyond.
Open Until Filled: Yes
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· Actively supporting and promoting the intellectual and personal growth of our students, inside and outside of the classroom.
· Providing workshops, trainings, programs designed to broaden the knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion within our campus community.
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