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Speech and Hearing Science

College of Applied Health Sciences

The Department of Speech and Hearing Science at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for the position of Department Head and Professor. The department is recognized as one of the top speech and hearing science departments in the nation with highly ranked academic programs at the undergraduate, master\'s, and doctoral levels including fully accredited clinical programs in speech-language pathology and audiology. Departmental faculty conduct cutting-edge interdisciplinary research on health, human development and aging, and disability related to speech, language, swallowing, and hearing with a focus on developing new ways to assess, prevent, and treat communication, swallowing, and hearing disabilities. The department maintains a well-equipped research infrastructure with a significant portfolio of externally federally funded research and a thriving Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology clinic. The department is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in professional practice and the professoriate.

Qualifications

Doctorate in Communication Sciences and Disorders or a related discipline

Qualified for an appointment as a full professor

Established scholarly record of contribution to the field and a compelling vision for the future of the department

Experienced in administrative and leadership positions

Dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service

Committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion

Appointment Information

This is a full-time 9-month faculty appointment with a 12-month department head stipend. The expected start date is August 16, 2025. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate\'s experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. The salary range for this position is \$175,000 to \$200,000 with the final salary offer determined through a thorough assessment of these elements.

Responsibilities

Provide visionary leadership and direction for the department.

Oversee departmental organization, quality, efficiency of work, and policy and procedural compliance.

Develop and implement the department\'s strategic goals and policies in consultation with the faculty.

Promote a culture of excellence through professional development and mentoring of faculty and staff.

Assign teaching, service, and leadership roles for faculty.

Support faculty engagement in continuous improvement and evaluation of academic programs, addressing evolving needs in the field.

Oversee initiatives to enhance student satisfaction, retention, and success.

Oversee accreditation responsibilities and student certification requirements for clinical training programs.

Oversee hiring, evaluation, and promotion of faculty and staff.

Oversee departmental financial matters, including budget preparation and allocation of funds.

Represent the Department at College and campus levels, collaborating to advance research, education, and engagement initiatives and priorities.

Build and maintain relationships with alumni, professionals, local and national organizations, clinics, and other partners.

Provide leadership for development and advancement (fund raising) activities and priorities.

Promote and foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment.

Academic Environment

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is a world-class public research university. The Department of Speech and Hearing Science is situated in the College of Applied Health Sciences on the main campus of the University of Illinois a d includes (a) the recently renovated Speech and Hearing Science Building that houses academic, research, and collaborative spaces; (b) the Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology Clinic; and (c) the Collaboration Lab that houses clinical faculty offices, a classroom, multiple study spaces for clinical graduate students, and private spaces for telepractice. The department offers an undergraduate degree and three graduate degrees-M.A., Au.D., and Ph.D. Its mission is to engage in research, education, and outreach activities that enhance communication across the lifespan, integrating research and clinical applications. Within the department, faculty research is organized into three major research areas: auditory-hearing science, speech perception and production, and language and cognitive communication. For more information about the department, see https://ahs.illinois.edu/themes/ahs/pdf/SHS position posting.pdf.

Departmental activities contribute to the mission of the College, specifically, the advancement of research, instruction, and public engagement that promotes the development of healthy, livable communities, facilitates optimal living with disability, and promotes health and wellness across the lifespan and throughout a diverse society. The College houses two interdisciplinary research centers, the Center on Heal