Very excited to announce a significant highlight in the latest edition of the Child Language Bulletin, published by the International Association for the Study of Child Language, USA (see the link here).
This esteemed publication features the establishment of our brand-new laboratory, CIRCLE – Cochlear Implant Rehab, Communication & Language Enhancement, at the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences of Cyprus University of Technology.
CIRCLE represents a groundbreaking initiative in child language and auditory development. The lab is set to become a beacon of research and innovation. We are pioneering in our approach to studying the language input and communication skills in deaf children with cochlear implants, marking the first academic laboratory in Cyprus and Greece in this field!!
As the Director of CIRCLE, I am excited to announce that the laboratory will be opening two PhD positions in 2024, offering unique research opportunities in the field of speech, hearing, and language development.
- PhD Position for Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs): This position is ideal for candidates with a background in Speech and Hearing Sciences. The selected candidate will engage in cutting-edge research focused on enhancing communication and language skills in deaf children with cochlear implants. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about cognitive development and are eager to contribute to this dynamic field.
- PhD Position for Audiologists: The second position is tailored for professionalscertified in Audiology. The research will center on auditory training, cochlear implantation, and their implications for language acquisition and communication in deaf children. This role is a fantastic opportunity for audiologists interested in contributing to innovative research and interventions that can significantly improve the lives of children with hearing impairments. There is also possibility for funding of years and clinical work at the University Rehabilitation Clinic of CUT.
Both positions will be integral to the mission of CIRCLE, which stands for Cochlear Implant Rehab, Communication & Language Enhancement. Our laboratory is at the forefront of research in this field in Cyprus and Greece, and these PhD roles will contribute substantially to our understanding and enhancement of cognitive development in children with hearing loss. We believe the work at CIRCLE will be of great interest to your readership, and we are eager to share our findings and experiences in future publications. We look forward to a fruitful collaboration and the opportunity to make significant contributions to the field of child language development.