The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) at Rockhurst University seeks an innovative and dynamic leader for the position of Department Chair. The Chair is a member of the faculty who provides vision and academic leadership for the undergraduate and graduate CSD programs. The position is an 11-month, full-time, tenure-track eligible position.

As one of only five CSD Departments in the American Jesuit Colleges and Universities, the Rockhurst CSD Department has a 20-year history of excellence in scholarly, academic, and clinical preparation of students. Community partnerships are at the heart of this well-established program where students gain clinical skills in real-world environments. The Rockhurst CSD program offers a variety of course modalities with potential for innovation. Additional information may be found here: https://www.rockhurst.edu/communication-sciences-disorders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Undergraduate and Graduate CSD Programs
• Support faculty development across teaching, research, and service
• Maintain a productive line of scholarship
• Serve on a variety of college and university-level committees
• Complete yearly reports and ensure compliance with all accreditation activities
• Support diversity, equity, and inclusion

Qualifications

• Research doctorate (PhD or EdD) in Communication Sciences and Disorders or closely related field
• Minimum 6 years of experience as a full-time tenure-track eligible faculty member in a CSD program or comparable experience
• ASHA Certification in Speech-Language Pathology
• Strong record of successful teaching in higher education (including hybrid and online formats)
• Record of scholarly contributions to the CSD field
• Record of positive leadership in CSD
• Evidence of strong, positive departmental collaboration
• Experience with program development and accreditation
• Alignment with the mission of Rockhurst University

Required Materials

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vita
• Teaching philosophy and leadership vision (upon request)
• Sample teaching materials (upon request)
• Three references (only contacted if selected to interview)

For a full version of the job description, please contact the Chair of the Search Committee at Stephanie.Becker@rockhurst.edu.

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