The Research Unit of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology (ORL) at the Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark (SDU) invites applications for a position as assistant professor in audiology to be filled from January 1, 2021 (or as soon as possible thereafter) for a period of three years with the possibility of extension or permanent appointment afterwards.

The successful candidate will join the Audiology Section of the ORL Research Unit. The Audiology Section is a fast-growing research group with focus on future clinical audiology in terms of both diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss. The group is part of a strong collaborative environment that includes Odense University Hospital, other faculties at SDU as well as private organizations.

Research tasks

The successful candidate will be expected to develop a research program in the field of audiology. Possible areas include (but are not limited to) vestibulogy, audiological measurement methods, cochlear implant treatment, pediatrics, or e-health. The direction of research will be dependent on the interests and qualifications of the successful candidate.

The successful applicant will also be expected to collaborate with other researchers from the Audiology Section, the ORL Research Unit, the hearing clinic at Odense University Hospital as well as other relevant departments and research units at SDU.

Teaching tasks

The successful candidate will be expected to support the audiology study program at SDU by carrying out teaching duties at both undergraduate and graduate level. The audiology study program has an intake of 35 students at the bachelor level and 20-25 students at the master level each year.

The successful applicant will be responsible for teaching both introductory and advanced courses in audiology (including audiological measurement methods). (S)he will also be responsible for developing new courses and for preparing the students for day-to-day clinical duties. Furthermore, s(he) will be responsible for (co-)supervising bachelor and master projects in audiology.

SDU works actively on developing future teaching methods, for example through e-learning or flipped classrooms. Documented experience with such methods will therefore be an advantage.

Administrative duties

The successful candidate will be expected to carry out some administrative duties related to the organization of the audiology study program.

Qualifications

Ideally, applicants for the position should satisfy the following requirements:

• PhD degree in audiology, speech & hearing sciences or a related field
• Research experience as documented by international peer-reviewed journal articles and conference presentations in a related field
• Clinical audiological experience
• Experience with supervising student projects related to audiology
• Experience with teaching classes or courses related to audiology

Further information about the position can be obtained from the Head of the Department of Clinical Research, Professor Kirsten Kyvik, email [email protected] or from the Head of the ORL Research Unit, Professor Christian Godballe, email [email protected] .

The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations).

Applications – including the required attachments – must be sent via the below-mentioned link “Apply online". Only online applications will be accepted. Attached files must be Adobe PDF or Word format. Each field in the application form can contain up to max. 10 Mb.

Only applications written in English will be accepted for evaluation.

The application must contain (as pdf.- or docx.-files):

• a motivation letter
• a detailed CV
• degree certificates (inclusive of Ph.D.-diploma)
• a complete and numbered list of publications
• 3 (up to 5) scientific peer-reviewed publications considered by the applicant to the most important for this position. Please notice that one pdf.- or docx.-file must be attached for each publication.
• a teaching portfolio detailing the candidate’s prior teaching experience, teaching skills, and teaching philosophy
• a research plan detailing the candidate’s ideas and plans for her/his future research work.

Incomplete applications with regard to the above-mentioned requirements will not be assessed.

Applications may be shortlisted.

Further particulars concerning the application - please see the link below.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Further details:

Read the guideline for applicants