Audiology Tenure Track Professor

Location: Hattiesburg, Mississippi, United States

About the Role

The University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Audiology. This role involves teaching in both the Doctor of Audiology Program and the undergraduate program, developing a line of research and scholarly activity, and serving on University, College, and School committees.

Responsibilities

• Teach academic coursework in the Doctor of Audiology curriculum.
• Develop a line of research and scholarly activity.
• Serve on University, College, and School committees.
• Mentor students and/or faculty members.
• Teach courses in the undergraduate Speech and Hearing Sciences program as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• PhD or EdD in audiology, hearing science, or a closely related professional field. ABD applicants will be considered.

Skills

• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Teamwork and strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups.
• Sensitivity, respect, and discretion in handling confidential matters.
• Detail-oriented and timely with documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in teaching audiology or related coursework.
• Expertise in diagnostic audiology, psychoacoustics, amplification, pediatric audiology, electrophysiology, or vestibular testing/treatment.

About the University

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has been dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to over 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, and online. As a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, we are one of the nation's leading research institutions, known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and language development for children with communication disorders.

Southern Miss is a national leader in disciplines such as cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development. We produce graduates ready for emerging technologies through programs in computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We also address critical workforce shortages by training professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions accredited in four major areas of the arts. Our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports.