The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Central Florida invites applications for a faculty position intended to continue its clinical service delivery, community outreach, educational, and research agenda in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and assistive technology (AT). This position is a 12-month, grant-funded, clinical instructor position to begin August, 2008. Successful candidates will work within the Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology (FAAST) Atlantic Region Assistive Technology Demonstration Center (ARDC) housed in the Communication Disorders Clinic.

This position vacancy is for one full-time clinical instructor or two part-time clinical instructors. Minimum qualifications include a master’s degree in speech-language pathology or a related discipline from an accredited institution, a minimum of five years of clinical experience across the scope of practice with an emphasis in AAC/AT, and eligibility for Florida state licensure. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed extensive practice and continuing education in AAC/AT, hold CCC-SLP, have supervisory experience, and are seeking full-time employment. Duties include overseeing the continued development of a comprehensive practice in AAC/AT, including diagnostic evaluations and treatment of children and adults; developing community outreach activities; supervising students; assisting with AAC- and AT- related course activities; participating in state-level FAAST activities; collaborating with an interdisciplinary team; administrative tasks; and contributing to the development of the FAAST ARDC and Communication Disorders Clinic. Additional teaching and clinical practice activities are also possible. Some weekend and evening supervision and service delivery will be required.

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. A competitive benefits package is available. Candidates for this position should submit a letter of intent describing his/her AAC/AT-related experience, AAC/AT-related training, teaching/supervision experience, and clinical interests, as well as vitae, three letters of reference, and official transcripts to: Mr. Dan McDermott, Coordinator of Administrative Services, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Position #42902, University of Central Florida, P.O. Box 162215, Orlando, FL 32816-2215. Direct inquiries about this position to Dr. Jennifer Kent-Walsh, Search Committee Chair (407-823-4800; jkent@mail.ucf.edu).

Review of applications for this position will begin June 23, 2008. UCF is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are strongly urged to apply. Search materials are public documents under Florida statute.

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders is one of six departments/schools in the College of Health and Public Affairs and includes 25 full-time and numerous part-time faculty and clinical instructors. The department offers an accredited master’s program in speech-language pathology, a pre-professional baccalaureate program, and a doctoral program in education (communication sciences and disorder track). An on-campus clinic and numerous external affiliations are available. Successful candidates will join a diverse faculty in a dynamic, growing metropolitan institution. With approximately 48,000 students, UCF offers unique opportunities for collaborative research within and across disciplines and in partnership with community agencies, healthcare facilities, public schools, the business industry, and the armed forces. UCF’s commitment to excellence provides support for both instructional and research efforts, including advanced instructional technology and assistance, nationally recognized web-based course development technicians, state-of-the-art instrumentation, simulation training, and grant support specialists.

Revised 04/09/08