Postdoctoral scholars are invited to apply for a twelve-month appointment in a thriving research laboratory group dedicated to acquired neurogenic language disorders in adults. The position is funded through the National Institutes of Health (NIH) National Institute on Deafness and other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) and the Ohio University Technology Gap Fund. Responsibilities include: (a) coordination, recruitment and scheduling of research participants (controls and adults with aphasia) for experiments, (b) coordination of data collection involving people with and without aphasia, (c) development of research databases, (d) assistance with data analysis, and (e) contribution to scholarly
manuscripts for publications based on results. Strong teamwork is essential. The successful applicant will be encouraged to take advantage of personalized mentorship in scholarly career development, including research processes, publication, and grant writing. Additionally, the position entails exceptional opportunities for hands-on experience in technology transfer and commercialization of research.

Qualifications: A Ph.D. and strong interests in aphasia and other neurogenic communication disorders in adults are required. Demonstrated
educational and research background in one or more of the following areas is desired: communication sciences and disorders, speech-language
pathology, cognitive science, linguistics, psychology, and/or biomedical engineering.

Starting Date: Negotiable. Desired start date is January 1, 2010.
Salary and Benefits: The position is for a twelve-month appointment, with possible renewal. Postdoctoral scholars are provided office space and access to the Ohio University Neurolinguistics Laboratory. University benefits include
tuition for employee plus qualified dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (prescription plan, vision benefits, dental plan, and life
insurance), and a retirement program.

To apply: A completed application includes: a curriculum vitae, a letter specifically describing how qualifications and accomplishments fit the
requirements of the position, and the names, titles, addresses, and telephone numbers of three current references. Candidates from
underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. All applicants must complete the on-line Quick Application at:
http://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=55481

For additional information, contact Brooke Hallowell, Ph.D., Director, School of Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences. E-mail: hallowel@ohio.edu
Address: W218 Grover Center, Ohio University, Athens, OH 45701 USA Telephone: 740-593-1356 Fax: 740-593-0287
Application Timeframe: Apply by November 30, 2009 for optimal consideration. Review begins immediately and continues until position is filled.
Ohio University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The Ohio University Neurolinguistics Laboratory: Directed by Dr. Brooke Hallowell, the Ohio University Neurolinguistics Laboratory is dedicated
to the study of acquired neurogenic language disorders in adults. Disorders under study include aphasia and aspects of brain injury, dementia,
stroke, and diabetes that affect people’s cognitive and communicative abilities. New technologies are under development to address problems of
assessment of language comprehension, working memory, attention, and other areas of linguistic and cognitive processing. In addition to its oncampus
research space in Grover Center, the Neurolinguistics Laboratory has multiple affiliated clinical research sites, including the Cleveland
Hearing and Speech Center (Cleveland, OH), the Ohio University Clinical Research Site in Columbus (Columbus, OH), the University of West
Virginia School of Medicine (Morgantown, VA), the Stroke Comeback Center (Oakton, VA), and the Moscow Federal Center of Speech Pathology
and Neurorehabilitation (Moscow, Russia). Research is also active with collaborators in the United Kingdom, India, China, and Korea. Current
extramural funding sources include the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation. Neurolinguistics Laboratory members
demonstrate ongoing excellent success with research awards and peer-reviewed research publications and conference presentations.

The School of Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences (HSLS): The School is one of the oldest and largest academic programs in communication sciences and disorders in the world. HSLS offers five degree programs: BS in Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences, MA in Speech-Language Pathology, AuD (Clinical Doctorate in Audiology), PhD in Speech and Language Science, and PhD in Hearing Science. The School has a solid commitment to international collaboration and ample external clinical research sites throughout the US and internationally. The
School has a rich track record of active interdisciplinary engagement. Faculty, graduate student and postdoctoral scholar backgrounds represent a rich array of credentials, education and experience in diverse areas.

The School is one of six schools in the College of Health and Human Services. The College is housed in Grover Center, a recently remodeled
academic facility housing offices and research laboratories for faculty, “smart” classrooms, a fitness/wellness center, and a spacious state-of-the-art Hearing, Speech and Language Clinic. The clinic includes ample diagnostic and treatment materials and clinical technology. Additional information about the school and community may be accessed at: http://www.hhs.ohiou.edu/hsls/. Ohio University is a state-assisted Doctoral Research-Extensive university with 20,000 students on its picturesque Athens campus and 8,500 students on five regional campuses.