Speech Language Pathologist

Speech-Language Pathologist (Clinical Research & Collaboration Role)

Location :  Remote

Type :  Part-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified and motivated  Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)  to collaborate on a research-driven healthcare initiative focused on improving communication outcomes for individuals with speech and language difficulties.

The ideal candidate will combine  clinical expertise  with an interest in  digital health and data-supported therapy models , contributing to the development and validation of clinically informed, technology-assisted solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Provide  clinical expertise  in evaluating and improving speech and language data for accuracy, clarity, and intelligibility.

Participate in the  review and interpretation of speech samples  and therapy progress data to support clinical and research objectives.

Contribute to the creation of  standardized assessment frameworks  and  therapy protocols  aligned with evidence-based practices.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams—including healthcare professionals, researchers, and technical experts—to ensure  clinical relevance  in all deliverables.

Maintain compliance with  ASHA ,  NIH , and  HIPAA  guidelines for clinical data integrity and patient confidentiality.

Support the preparation of  clinical documentation, case reviews, and reports  for internal validation and publication efforts.

Technical Skills

Familiarity with  speech analysis tools  (e.g., Praat, Audacity, or similar acoustic software).

Working knowledge of  teletherapy platforms  and  digital health documentation tools .

Understanding of  speech acoustics ,  phonetic transcription (IPA) , and  intelligibility scoring .

Basic comfort with  data annotation ,  speech sample review , or  structured feedback systems .

Exposure to  evidence-based digital therapy or rehabilitation technologies  is an advantage.

Preferred Skill Set

Experience with  neurological speech disorders  such as Dysarthria, Apraxia, Parkinson’s or Aphasia.

Prior involvement in  clinical research  or  collaborative healthcare projects .

Experience in  tele practice or virtual speech therapy delivery .

Research or familiarity with  Project Euphonia ,  Voiceitt , or  Whisper-based ASR systems .

Knowledge of  data annotation ,  speech transcription , or  voice quality assessment .

Experience with  standardized speech assessment tools  such as :

GFTA-2 (Goldman-Fristoe Test of Articulation, Pearson)

FDA-2 (Frenchay Dysarthria Assessment, PRO-ED Inc.)

SSI-4 (Stuttering Severity Instrument, PRO-ED Inc.)

Knowledge or hands-on experience with these assessment tools is highly valued.

Data collection or contribution toward datasets for speech-impaired populations is encouraged and appreciated.

Interest in building  accessible, AI-powered tools  for individuals with  neurological speech impairments .

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology  or equivalent.

Active license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist in the United States is mandatory.

ASHA Certification (CCC-SLP)  preferred.

Minimum  1+ years of clinical experience  in speech or communication disorders.

Familiarity with  U.S. clinical standards  and  documentation protocols .

Clinical and Ethical Commitment

All activities are conducted in accordance with  U.S. clinically approved medical guidelines  (ASHA best practices, NIH communication standards, and HIPAA compliance).

We maintain full  transparency, data confidentiality, and ethical integrity  in every phase of collaboration.