Lecturer In Speech, Language, Hearing Sciences

Department

Speech, Lang, Hear, Sci

The Department of Speech, Language, Hearing Sciences at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) invites applicants for a full-time lecturer in SLHS position to begin in the fall of 2024.

MSU Denver is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado. Our department prioritizes values that reflect those of the university at large including a shared commitment to community, accessibility, diversity, respect and excellence. The successful candidate will join a collaborative team that includes four full-time faculty, three full-time clinical educators, and a talented group of professional staff and part-time affiliates. We offer both an undergraduate degree in speech, language hearing sciences and a graduate degree in speech-language pathology, with an optional concentration in bilingual (Spanish-English) service provision. The Bookhardt Family Speech-Language Clinic is a no-cost, on-campus clinic that supports the greater Denver-metro community. Our department strives to improve how knowledge is translated from the classroom to the clinic by breaking down traditional educational silos.

Responsibilities

The candidate is expected to teach 15 credit hours each semester, with assignments to the undergraduate and/or graduate program depending on departmental need and candidate qualifications and expertise. Teaching includes multiple delivery modes such as in-person, hybrid and asynchronous courses; on-campus teaching is required each semester. Opportunities for course release may be available to support integration/collaboration with the Bookhardt Family Speech-Language Clinic.

Candidates are expected to stay current on Departmental processes related to teaching and clinical education. The candidate is expected to maintain active involvement in professional organizations and/or the community.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in speech-language pathology

• Certificate of clinical competence in speech-language pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and at least 2 years of practice post certification

• Holds or is eligible for SLP license from Colorado's Department of Regulatory Agencies

• Evidence of university-level teaching experience and/or delivery of continuing education with adult learners

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical doctorate in speech-language pathology or related field

• Expertise in early intervention, developmental speech-language disorders, voice, and/or acquired communication disorders

• Professional experience supporting individuals with diverse identities including race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, economic status, and immigration status

• Commitment to increasing access to education/services for under-represented and historically minoritized groups

• Engagement in interprofessional collaboration

Salary for Announcement

The salary range for this position is $53,000 - $59,000 at Lecturer level. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, education, experience, specialty and training.

MSU Denver offers excellent benefits that include medical, dental, retirement, tuition benefit, free RTD pass, and more. For a brief overview of these options, please visit our Benefits section.

Instructions to Apply

Complete applications received by August 4, 2024 at 11:59 PM MST will receive full consideration. Interested applicants must apply online at MSU Denver's career site, https://msudenver.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/MSUDenver, and search for JR102523.

The applicant must have a complete file that includes:

• Curriculum Vitae

• Letter of Interest that includes evidence of required and preferred qualifications

• Teaching philosophy. Please detail your interest and prior experience with teaching diverse adult learners. Describe the values that guide your teaching practices.

• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement (see instructions below).

• A list of three professional references and their contact information.

DEI Statement Instructions:

We encourage applicants to reference Pillar IV of MSU Denver's Strategic Plan: https://www.msudenver.edu/strategic-plan-2030/

Themes that may be addressed in a candidate's diversity statement may include, but are not limited to:

• A candidate's lived experiences and/or identities that align with the department and university's commitment to inclusion and diversity;

• Diversity and diversity-related approaches in a candidate's research, pedagogy, and/or service;

• Why a candidate believes diversity is a critical focus for higher education and ideas or strategies the candidate could enact as a member of the MSU Denver campus community to support the university's efforts.

Applicants will notice on the application portal there is one location (the resume submission field) to upload all required materials. Multiple documents can be submitted into this one field; alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF and upload. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit your application.

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative

Tanya Rogowsky

Posting Representative Email

trogowsk@msudenver.edu

Benefits

MSU Denver is pleased to offer our current and potential employees a wide array of benefit options. To learn more, please visit the following link:

Employee Benefits Offerings

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at totalrewards@msudenver.edu.

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.