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Chair of Speech-Language Pathology (Associate/Full Professor/Tenure Eligible,F0475A)
Old Dominion University


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Date Posted Oct. 8, 2025
Title Chair of Speech-Language Pathology (Associate/Full Professor/Tenure Eligible,F0475A)
University Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA, United States
Department COMMUNICATON SCIENCES & DISORDERS
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date Available immediately
 
 
  • Associate Professor
    Professor
    Department Head/Head/Chair
  • Speech/Hearing Sciences
    Communication Disorders
    Audiology
 
 

Job Description

 
Old Dominion University invites applications for an inspiring and accomplished scholar and leader to serve as Chair of the School of Speech-Language Pathology (Associate/Full Professor rank, tenure-eligible) to start in Summer 2026. As part of the Ellmer College of Health Sciences within Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences, we are a stand-alone department of ten full-time faculty engaged in research, education, and clinical training for our BS Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology and MS Speech-Language Pathology programs. Collaboration with the Kinesiology and Rehabilitation doctoral program also takes place.

Responsibilities of the chair include:

    • Provide visionary leadership in strategic decision-making to advance innovative programs and interdisciplinary collaboration in practice, research, and education
    • Foster excellence in teaching, research, and clinical mentorship to support faculty, staff, and students in achieving professional goals
    • Manage department resources and expand funding support for increased scholarship and training opportunities
    • Oversee ongoing accreditation and assessment for continuous quality assurance
    • Promote engagement and strengthen relationships with community partners and alumni

Position Type

FullTime

Type of Recruitment

General Public

Minimum required education and/or special licenses, registrations, trainings, or certifications

Research doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology or a related discipline.

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

Minimum required level and type of experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities

  1. Demonstrated record of scholarly research and publications to be eligible for tenure.
  2. Familiarity with CAA accreditation and CFCC certification standards.
  3. Demonstrated experience in leadership of department and/or committee service initiatives (college, university, state, national, or international).
  4. Expertise in adult neurologic disorders of language, motor speech, cognitive-communication and/or swallowing.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated record of external grant funding or management of multidisciplinary research programs
  • Experience with innovative methods and/or technology-enhanced teaching and learning approaches
  • Commitment to person-centered, culturally responsive practices
  • Record of interprofessional collaborations and/or community engagement

 
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