Instructor in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences

The Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences program at Butler University invites applications for a faculty position for a 9-month instructor for the academic year 2023-2024, renewable up to 3 years. We seek a dedicated teacher-scholar-mentor committed to the merger of theory and practice, experiential learning, and inclusive pedagogies.

Responsibilities include: Teaching undergraduate courses such as Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing, Phonology, Speech and Hearing Science; supervising students; and providing service to the university community. The candidate will join an active and productive program in the College of Communication. The department has 120 undergraduate students who participate in a variety of experiential learning opportunities, including in-house speech/language and audiology clinics. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and intercultural development in an educational and work environment and be able to contribute to diverse representation in the curriculum as well as the inclusion efforts on campus.

Qualifications : Minimum of M.A./M.S. with CCC in Speech-Language Pathology; teaching and supervision experience preferred. An interest in working with students and faculty from a variety of backgrounds and an ability to build connections within the professional community are also essential.

About the University and the College of Communication : Butler University is a comprehensive, liberal-arts based private university located in the vibrant and culturally diverse city of Indianapolis and is committed to undergraduate teaching excellence. The university enrolls approximately 5,000 students across its six colleges, including the College of Communication, which houses 9 majors. Research faculty in the College have a typical teaching load of 3 courses per semester and participate in academic advising. Butler offers financial support for research, innovations in curricular development, and travel to present for domestic and international conferences. Butler University is committed to enhancing the diversity of the student body and our faculty and staff. Candidates who have experience working with a diverse range of people, and who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity at Butler University are encouraged to identify their experiences in their cover letter. Additional information about the University and the College can be found at www.butler.edu .

To apply please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and names of three references to Dr. Tonya Bergeson tbergeso@butler.edu . Questions may be directed to Dr. Bergeson as well. Deadline for applications: November 28, 2022.