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ASSOCIATE PROGRAM DIRECTOR AND TENURE-TRACK FACULTY POSITION

The College of Health Sciences at Midwestern University - Downers Grove Campus invites applications for a full-time Associate Program Director and Tenure-Track Academic Faculty position in the Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) graduate program. The Associate Program Director reports directly to the Program Director. This is a 12-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty appointment. Academic rank is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and provide leadership for a distance education program mirroring the curriculum of the in-person program.
• Prepare all accreditation documents for submission, as needed, for the distance education program.
• Oversee the development of the courses, the quality of the delivery, and all assessments.
• Work closely with the program director to ensure all resources are available for development.
• Provide insight into the program’s marketing and admissions processes.
• Determine staffing and hiring needs.
• Support student success throughout the online program by embedding resources and services.
• Collaborate with the director(s) of clinical education on establishing clinical rotations.
• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning up to eight credit hours in-person in the first year. Graduate-level teaching experience in pediatric communication or swallowing disorders is preferred. Delivery of high-quality teaching and learning to online courses, when available.
• Engage in scholarship and maintain the program’s research agenda. Research start-up funding is available, and faculty research lines may be supported by intramural funding.
• Engage as an active member of the SLP program, providing service to the program and university.
• Faculty responsibilities at Midwestern University include teaching, scholarship, and service. Service for academic faculty may include clinical supervision at the university clinic (up to 0.05 FTE).

Qualifications:

• Applicants must hold a degree in speech-language pathology, speech-language and hearing sciences, communication sciences and disorders or a related discipline (Ph.D. preferred).
• Certification in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA CCC-SLP) is required.
• Current Illinois licensure or eligibility for Illinois licensure as a speech-language pathologist is required.
• Candidates must have experience in developing and teaching online courses. Candidates must demonstrate expertise in teaching and ongoing engagement in scholarship.

Compensation:

The salary is commensurate with experience. Salary and benefits are highly competitive. Faculty development is supported.

About Midwestern University:

Midwestern University is an independent institution of higher education committed to the education of health care professionals. The university specializes in graduate education in healthcare and allied healthcare professions and includes no undergraduate programs. The Illinois campus is located on a spacious 105-acre campus in Downers Grove, 25 miles west of Chicago, and is home to the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, Chicago College of Pharmacy, College of Dental Medicine, and College of Health Sciences. The SLP program is housed in the College of Health Sciences along with Physician Assistant Studies, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Behavioral Medicine. The Chicago and Chicagoland area offers several entertainment and cultural opportunities with an outstanding quality-of-life.

Application Process and Timeline:

Please submit your application packet through MWU's online job board at www.midwestern.edu. Your online application should include:

• Cover letter (upload as an attachment)
• CV (upload as an attachment)

Applications received before May 1 will receive priority consideration; however, applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. Projected start date is July 1, 2026.

Questions regarding this opening can be directed to Jonathan Wilson, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Program Director, Speech-Language Pathology: jwilso1@midwestern.edu.

Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois, and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, biomedical sciences, and veterinary medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long-term disability and pet insurance.  We offer flexible spending accounts, including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account.  We offer a work-life balance with a competitive time off package including paid holidays, sick/flex days, personal days, and vacation days.  We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection, and an employee assistance program.  Wellness is important to us, and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility. 

Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws and regulations. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/).  Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.