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Neurology- Speech Therapist

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Work type: Staff Part-Time
Location: Jacksonville Campus
Categories: Allied Health, Grant or Research Administration, Health Care Administration/Support, Medicine/Physicians
Department:30180000 - JX-NEUROLOGY-JACKSONVILLE

Classification Title:	Speech Therapist
Classification Minimum Requirements:	Master’s degree with a major emphasis in speech-language pathology. Licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist in accordance with in accordance with Section 468, Florida Statutes. and Rule Chapter 64B20, F.A.C.
Job Description:	Patient-Facing Clinical Research Execution · Perform instrumental swallowing evaluations, including Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) and Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBS), in accordance with research protocols. · Conduct clinical assessments related to dysphagia, voice, respiratory, and neurogenic communication disorders. · Identify, screen, and obtain informed consent from eligible participants in accordance with IRB-approved protocols. · Implement study interventions and assessments per IRB-approved protocols. Data Management, Regulatory Compliance & Study Coordination · Collect, document, and manage clinical and research data with a high degree of accuracy and regulatory compliance. · Maintain study records in accordance with IRB, FDA (as applicable), and institutional guidelines. · Support development of case report forms, data collection tools, and study workflows. · Support analysis and interpretation of clinical data and preparation of research outputs (abstracts, manuscripts, presentations). Interdisciplinary Collaboration · Collaborate with neurology faculty, physicians, research coordinators, and hospital staff to support study execution. · Serve as a liaison between clinical teams and research personnel to facilitate patient flow and protocol adherence. · Provide input into protocol development, particularly related to swallowing and airway protection measures. Program Development & Training · Assist in development and refinement of research protocols involving dysphagia and voice outcomes. · Provide training and guidance to research staff, students, and trainees on clinical procedures. · Contribute to quality improvement initiatives within the research program. Administrative and Operational Support - Assist with scheduling coordination for research participants as needed. - Support preparation of materials for meetings, presentations, or reports. - Perform occasional administrative tasks related to study operations. Professional Development and Service Activities - Attend optional trainings, workshops, or departmental seminars. - Participate in professional development activities related to clinical or research skills. Other Duties as Assigned - Provide support for additional research or programmatic initiatives as needed. - Assist with special projects or pilot efforts outside primary study responsibilities.
Expected Salary:	Commensurate with experience and education
Required Qualifications:	Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders Current Florida licensure as a Speech therapist (SLP), in good standing 5+ years of clinical experience in medical speech-language pathology Demonstrated independence in performing and interpreting FEES and Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBS) Clinical experience with dysphagia, voice disorders, and neurogenic populations, including traumatic brain injury (TBI) Minimum of 2 years of research experience, including involvement in clinical research protocols Current Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Maintenance of all required continuing education to sustain licensure and certification
Preferred:	Completion of a specialized voice or swallowing fellowship or advanced training in voice or swallowing disorders Clinical experience in acute care and/or ICU settings Experience working with complex neurologic populations (e.g., stroke, spinal cord injury, neurodegenerative disease) Familiarity with IRB processes, regulatory compliance, and clinical trial operations Experience contributing to manuscripts, abstracts, or grant-related activities
Special Instructions to Applicants:	The Search Committee will begin to review applications as soon as an applicant pool is identified. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/. The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under the Florida Sunshine and Public Records laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2HRS or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m.(ET) of the posting date. This is a time-limited position.
Health Assessment Required:	Yes

Advertised: 24 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 08 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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Position	Department	Location	Closes
Neurology- Speech Therapist	30180000 - JX-NEUROLOGY-JACKSONVILLE	Jacksonville Campus	8 May 2026
The Speech Therapist will support clinical and translational research activities within a clinical neurology-focused laboratory led by a PhD-level faculty investigator. This position integrates advanced clinical expertise in swallowing and voice, and upper airway disorders with research implementation, data collection, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The incumbent will play a key role in the execution of clinical research protocols involving patients with neurogenic communication and swallowing disorders, including those with stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord injury (SCI), and other neurologic conditions. Responsibilities include conducting instrumental swallowing assessments, providing clinical input toward study design and protocol execution, and ensuring high-quality data collection in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This role requires a high level of clinical independence, critical thinking, and the ability to work collaboratively across clinical, research, and hospital teams.