Description

Position Summary:

The mission of the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) program at Oklahoma Baptist University (OBU) is to prepare competent and professional service-minded leaders in speech-language pathology (SLP) who apply Christian principles and values to communication and swallowing disorder prevention, assessment, and intervention across the lifespan.  The OBU MS-SLP program invites applications for a 12-month, full-time faculty appointment. This role involves teaching, advising, service, and scholarship. Faculty rank and salary will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.  The ideal candidate demonstrates teaching excellence, mentoring skills, a growth mindset, and a collaborative attitude.  This position is eligible for remote work. Remote employees will be required to travel to the OBU campus in Shawnee, OK as determined by the Program Director and Dean.

 Hiring Timeline: 

This position will remain open until it is filled.

OBU Mission Statement

OBU transforms lives by equipping students to pursue academic excellence, integrate faith with all areas of knowledge, engage a diverse world, and live worthy of the high calling of God in Christ.

Expectations for all Employees

Oklahoma Baptist University achieves its mission through a shared commitment to the following expectations.  All employees must embrace these expectations and model them in their behavior.

Demonstrate commitment to the essentials of the Christian faith.
Commit to the mission and vision of Oklahoma Baptist University.
Maintain active membership in a local evangelical Christian church.
Treat people with dignity and respect.
Build relationships on honesty, integrity, and trust.
Strive for excellence through teamwork, leadership, and a strong work ethic.
Manage human and financial resources wisely and efficiently.

Requirements

Qualifications:

1.     Preferred: terminal academic doctorate (PhD or EdD) from a regionally accredited institution. Candidates actively pursuing a terminal degree will also be considered. Preference will be given to applicants with expertise in adult or pediatric dysphagia, neurogenic disorders, voice disorders, fluency disorders, and/or craniofacial/genetic disorders.

2.     Experience in higher education, specifically developing and teaching asynchronous and/or synchronous online graduate or undergraduate courses.  

3.     Evidence of innovation, organization, leadership, and excellence in hybrid or online instruction at the university level.

4.     Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate professionally and collegially with colleagues within the program and across the institution.

5.     Strong interpersonal skills for mentoring and advising undergraduate and graduate students.

6.     Licensed, or eligible for licensure, as a Speech-Language Pathologist in Oklahoma.

7.     Current ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)

8.     Active in professional activities at local, state, and/or national levels.

Responsibilities

Course Development and Teaching:  

o   Develop and teach undergraduate prerequisite courses during the first year.

o   Develop and teach graduate courses starting in the second year and beyond.

 Research:

o   Conduct and disseminate scholarly research.

o   Seek and secure external funding for scholarly research.

 Service:

o   Participate in institutional and professional service opportunities.

o   Advise graduate and undergraduate students.

 Professional Development:

o   Engage in professional development opportunities.

Special Requirements:

Must be an active member of an evangelical* church in one's community of residence, willing to teach in accordance with the Baptist Faith & Message 2000, and in agreement with the university's policy on human sexuality (provided by HR upon request). *Evangelical is a broad term referring to a segment within Christianity which maintains the authority of the Bible and the belief in salvation by faith in Jesus alone.

To apply: 

On the OBU employment website, https://www.okbu.edu/hr/jobs.html, click on “Faculty Applications” at the top of the webpage.  This will open the application.  From the dropdown menu, select the desired position.  

Required application documents: 

•       online application
•       current curriculum vitae
•       cover letter
•       reference contact information  
•       official transcripts

Statement of faith (750 word maximum) that addresses the following:

• personal faith journey
• integration of faith and professional life
• commitment to and value of Christian higher education
• alignment with the OBU mission and vision
• describe what it means to teach and model the relation between the Christian worldview and your academic discipline.

Teaching statement (500 word maximum) that addresses the following:

• approach to teaching and learning
• summary of teaching experience
• commitment to lifelong learning
• specific examples of your effectiveness as an instructor 
• describe the core principles that guide your approach to teaching as it relates to the following three areas: student engagement, assessment of student learning, and your own continuous improvement

  Research statement (500 word maximum) that addresses the following:

• current research interests
•  ideas for collaboration with faculty and students
• short-term and long-term research goals
• specific examples of effective collaboration 

For more information, please contact MS-SLP Program Director, Dr. AnnMarie Knight annmarie.knight@okbu.edu.