Clinical Audiology Lecturer (Research/Practice) Position Available In Orange, Florida

Clinical Audiology Lecturer (Research/Practice)

University of Central Florida Posted:

22-Apr-25

Location:

32826

Type:

Full Time

Salary:

Competitive and Negotiable

Internal Number:

R110585
The Opportunity
The School of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) and the Communication Technologies Research Center (CTRC) in the College of Health Professions and Sciences (CHPS) are pleased to invite applications for a full-time (12-month appointment), non-tenure-earning, in-person, Clinical Lecturer position to begin on or after May 1, 2025. The ideal candidate will have experience inprehensive audiological diagnostics and demonstrated knowledge, experience in hearing healthcare management in adult populations with tinnitus and hyperacusis, and expertise in hearing device technology. They will provide direct services to participants and patients while engaging in the conduct of clinical practice, clinical trials, and basic research. Assessment and evaluation will includeprehensive audiometry, fitting hearing devices and related technology, auditory perceptual tests, electrophysiological evaluation, and counseling. In addition, the candidate will have the opportunity to supervise student research assistants and provide audiological clinical services in the UCF Communication Disorders Clinic and the UCF Mobile Health Unit. The successful candidate will join a diverse faculty and staff in a dynamic university with high research activity (RU/H), a robust clinical program with established patient populations, and an environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and professional development. Within the newly formed Communication Technologies Research Center (CTRC), the successful applicant will join a team of faculty, scientists, engineers, clinicians, and students. In carrying out the responsibilities described below with precision, rigor, and the utmost attention, the successful candidate will be an essential team member and take pride in meeting the research challenges undertaken by the CTRC.
The Communication Technologies Research Center (CTRC) is a newly established research hub in the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders focused on basic and applied research to solvemunication problems through thebination of behavioral sciences, electrophysiology, assistive technology, andputational methods. Current projects are funded by NIH NIDCD and industry partners. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about research to collaborate with a new team of faculty, scientists, post-docs, and students. We are creating a vibrant, multi-disciplinary environment that includes experts in audiology, hearing science, neuroscience, electrical and biomedical engineering, speech science, voice science, and aerodigestive systems. Applicants should have enthusiasm for research, a mind for innovation and creativity, a desire to work in a thriving team atmosp, and a capacity for acquiring expertise in new research techniques.
The School of CSD, founded in 1969 and accredited in 1987, is one of four schools/departments in the College of Health Professions and Sciences. CHPS is also part of the Academic Health Sciences Center, including the UCF Lake Nona Medical Center, the College of Medicine, and the College of Nursing. CSD is home to 33 full-time faculty members serving an average of 180 graduates and 600 undergraduate students. We have a strong history of excellence in research, teaching, andmunity service and offer bachelor’s and master’s degrees inmunication sciences and disorders. The School of CSD houses over 15,000 square feet of exceptional, newly renovated research, clinical, and simulation training facilities including the CHPS Rehabilitation Innovation Center, the Communication Technologies Research Center (CTRC), and multiple faculty-led specialized research labs. The Communication Disorders Clinic serves as the centerpiece for clinical education and applied research. This 13,500-square-foot state-of-the-art facility houses several specialty services, including audiology, the Aphasia House, the UCF Listening Center, the Fluency Disorders Clinic, the Voice Care Center, and the Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology (FAAST) Center, which provides assistive technology services in four Florida counties for individuals across the spectrum of age and disability. Combined, these facilities and the environment provide exceptional opportunities for leveraging powerful, real-world simulation resources and expertise to advance interprofessional research, education, and practice while revolutionizing student education and future clinical practice. This is w collaboration leads to unprecedented healthcare solutions.
For questions or more information, please reach out to:
Dr. David A. Eddins, CCC-A
Professor and Director, Communication Technologies Research Center
david.eddinsucf
407.823.3172

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctoral degree in Audiology (Au.

D., international equivalent, or Ph.D.) from an accredited institution
Clinical experience providing diagnostic evaluations, hearing device fitting, tinnitus assessments
Professional and collaborative experience with healthcare and research professionals

Preferred Qualifications:

Hold or be eligible for Florida state licensure in Audiology, and clinical certification in Audiology from the American Speech Language Hearing Association (CCC-A).
Two (2) years of clinical experience includingprehensive diagnostic audiologic evaluations and hearing device fitting and evaluation.
Experience conducting hearing research.
Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following: tinnitus, hyperacusis, balance, cognition.
Excellentmunication skills (both verbal and written), excellentanizational and quantitative skills.
Demonstrated experience with data management software including Microsoft Excel and databases.
A strong desire and experience working in and contributing to a team environment.
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