Assistant Professor (Tenure Track), School of Communication Sciences and Disorders (L001036)

The McGill University School of Communication Sciences and Disorders (SCSD) in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is inviting applications for a full-time position at the rank of Assistant Professor (Tenure Track).

The School of Communication Sciences and Disorders is affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at Canada’s internationally renowned McGill University, located in the vibrant and multicultural city of Montreal, in the province of Quebec. Our mission is to train highly qualified professionals in Speech-Language Pathology and to foster the development of leading researchers in the field of Communication Sciences and Disorders.

Our clinical Master´s program offers a student-centered learning environment with small class sizes and a program of study that emphasizes the tight connection between research and clinical practice. The curriculum is focused on evidence-based speech-language pathology practice using a client-centered approach. The research program offers personalized mentoring that encourages independence and innovation. The SCSD prides itself in creating opportunities for advanced research training in Communication Sciences and Disorders while offering our research students access to our state-of-the-art facilities.
The SCSD established an interdisciplinary research and collaboration with the Centre for Research on Brain, Language and Music (https://crblm.ca/), which promotes local, national, and international research opportunities for participating faculty and students. Members of the School also participate in the Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation (CRIR https://crir.ca/) focused on clinical research and innovation, as well numerous other research networks.
We value diverse perspectives in our School and welcome qualified individuals from a variety of academic backgrounds and from different parts of the world. McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic and clinical excellence, integrity and professionalism. We welcome and encourage applications from members of designated equity groups https://www.mcgill.ca/equity/employment-equity/designated-equity-groups. We also welcome and encourage applications from candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

Job Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to be actively involved in all aspects of McGill’s academic mission (i.e., research, teaching, supervision of students, and involvement in academic and administrative committees). The incumbent will also be expected to:
• Contribute to formal teaching in the Master’s (Applied) program, including Speech-Language Pathology in the area of phonology (i.e., phonological development, assessment, and intervention);
• Supervise a diverse group of MSc and PhD students in Communication Sciences and Disorders;
• Develop an independent, externally funded research program of the highest international standards in alignment with the research priorities of the School;
• Apply for research funding;
• Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications and other knowledge translation and exchange activities.

All McGill faculty members are expected to contribute to service activities within their units, the University, and the wider scholarly community. A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is also expected.

Qualifications and Education Requirements
Candidates must:
• Hold a PhD in Communication Sciences and Disorders (or a related field);
• Demonstrate a commitment to high-quality teaching and inclusive pedagogy;
• Have the potential to pursue a successful research program in the area of phonology, literacy, or related fields;
• Provide evidence of scholarly excellence with the potential to obtain external research funding;
• Have proven track record of research productivity;
• Fluency in English is essential; a working knowledge of French, or a commitment to acquiring it within few years of appointment is preferred.
Assets:
• The completion of relevant post-doctoral training is an asset;
• The ability to teach other areas of pediatric speech language pathology is an asset;
• Clinical training and experience in Speech-Language Pathology is an asset;

Faculty/Department/Unit: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, School of Communication Sciences and Disorders
Employee Type: Tenure-Track (‘Academic Tenure Stream’)
Rank: Assistant Professor (Tenure Track)
Salary: Salary will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience
Job Status: Full-time
Posting Period: 30 days

Please apply to the following link: https://mcgill.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/McGill_Careers/job/McGill-College-2001/Assistant-Professor–Tenure-Track—School-of-Communication-Sciences-and-Disorders–L001036-_JR0000057171

The following supporting documents are required:
• Cover letter and curriculum vitae;
• Statement of research interests and goals;
• Statement of teaching philosophy;
• Names and contact information of three referees.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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