Postdoctoral Research Scholar in Neurogenic Language Disorders

[hallowel at ohio.edu]

Dear colleague:

Please share the announcement below with anyone you know who may be seeking a postdoctoral research 
position in the area of acquired neurogenic language disorders in adults. The new position entails 
personalized mentorship in scholarly career development and exceptional opportunities for hands-on 
experience in technology transfer using eye-tracking technology.

The position requires a completed Ph.D. and strong interests in aphasia and other acquired 
neurogenic language disorders in adults.  Applicants may be from any disciplinary background.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Brooke Hallowell (hallowel at ohio.edu)



Postdoctoral Research Scholar in Neurogenic Language Disorders
School of Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences, College of Health and Human Services, Ohio 
University

Position Description: 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.

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 on-campus 
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.

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: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.  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.

Application:  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: 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 at 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


-- 
Brooke Hallowell, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, F-ASHA
Director, School of Hearing, Speech and Language Sciences
President Elect, Council of Academic Programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders
College of Health and Human Services
W218 Grover Center
Ohio University
Athens, OH  45701
USA