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Speech-Language Pathologist
The Neurology Department is seeking an inquisitive Speech-Language Pathologist in the SCORE lab (Stroke Cognitive Outcomes and Recovery lab, PI: Argye Elizabeth Hillis). This position will provide opportunity to conduct clinical research on recovery after stroke, with a collaborative and collegial team of investigators and clinicians, including other research SLP’s, post-doctoral fellows, research assistants, students, and faculty in Neurology and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
One study is evaluating the cognitive and neural mechanisms underlying recovery of affective prosody impairments after right hemisphere stroke, through longitudinal multimodality imaging and behavioral testing over the first year after stroke. The other aims to identify cognitive and neural mechanisms underlying recovery of language impairments after left hemisphere stroke, also through longitudinal multimodality imaging and language testing over the first year after stroke.
In addition, the SLP would have the opportunity to participate in a clinical trial of escitalopram to augment language treatment for aphasia and/or clinical trials of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) or neurofeedback to augment language treatment for post-stroke aphasia and primary progressive aphasia.
Training is available in structural and functional neuroimaging analysis, tDCS, neurofeedback, and other methods of investigation. Visit our website for more information: . CFY supervision can be provided, on a negotiable part-time basis, in assessment and treatment of neurogenic communication disorders, by experienced speech-language pathologists with joint appointments in the SCORE lab.
Minimum Qualifications (Mandatory):
- Master’s Level or equivalent Graduate Degree in Speech Pathology.
- ASHA certification, and eligibility for Maryland state licensure and neuroimaging experience are preferred.
* Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong written and oral presentation skills.
- Strong organizational skills with ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Ability to supervise others and to work well with collaborators, staff, and research participants.
Classified Title: Speech-Language Pathologist
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MD
Starting Salary Range: $53,020 – $72,930 annually (commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Neuro Cerebrovascular
Personnel area: School of Medicine
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.
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