Speech Pathologist

Job Description

This will be a limited appointment that will end 4 months from the date of hire. The SLP will assist the Principal Investigator in clinical research that focuses on the nature and treatment of communication impairments across the life course. Projects will include observational and language treatment studies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in speech pathology, certificate of clinical competence in speech pathology awarded by the American Speech and Hearing Association, and two years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of neuroanatomy.
• Experience working with children with communication difficulties and adults with Primary Progressive Aphasia.
• Demonstrated proficiency with medical terminology.
• Ability to abstract data from medical records and transfer it to data collection forms or directly into databases.

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About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. UCSF brings together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health and is home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging, and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

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