Postdoctoral Researcher - Aging, Gerontology, and Hearing Technology

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Bloomington (IN)

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USD 52,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Aging, Gerontology, and Hearing Technology within the Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences. The postdoc will contribute to externally funded projects aimed at improving hearing healthcare and communication outcomes for older adults, including those with dementia and residents of long‑term care.

Under the mentorship of Dr.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in a relevant field at time of appointment.
Strong written and communication skills.
Experience with collaborative research teams and publications.

Responsibilities

Contribute to study design and mixed methods data analysis.
Prepare and submit journal articles; disseminate findings.
Mentor students working on the projects.
Collaborate across IU Bloomington aging research network.

Education

Ph.D. in Public Health / Gerontology / Communication Sciences & Disorders / Speech and Hearing Sciences

Job description

Postdoctoral Researcher - Aging, Gerontology, and Hearing Technology

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

A complete application includes:

1) Cover letter describing research interests and fit for the position

2) CV

3) A professional writing sample (e.g., publication or dissertation chapter)

4) Names and contact information for three references

Applications received by 2/15/2026 will receive full consideration, however the search will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Title

Title Postdoctoral Researcher - Aging, Gerontology, and Hearing Technology

Appointment Status

Department

Department IU Bloomington Speech & Hearing Sciences

Location

Location Bloomington

Position Summary

The Postdoctoral Researcher will support several externally funded projects aimed at improving hearing healthcare and communication outcomes for older adults underserved by traditional hearing healthcare, including those living with dementia and those in long-term care. The postdoc will be mentored by Dr. Dana Urbanski (gerontology, audiology, and public health), with opportunities to collaborate across Indiana University’s aging research network. Projects are clinically motivated and span mixed methods intervention development, usability testing, implementation research, and secondary data analysis. Opportunities exist to develop and lead new projects in this topic area and to contribute to grant development.

The postdoctoral fellow will contribute to study design, mixed methods data analysis, the preparation and submission of journal articles, and the mentoring of students working on the projects.

This position is based at Indiana University Bloomington in the Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences, with opportunities for collaboration with the IU Bloomington School of Public Health, IU’s O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, the Indiana University Center for Aging Research, and the University of Minnesota School of Public Health.

This postdoctoral appointment is full-time and on campus

Basic Qualifications

Qualified applicants will have a Ph.D. in public health, gerontology, communication sciences and disorders, speech and hearing sciences, or a related field at the time of appointment. Other key qualifications include strong written and communication skills, publications and previous conference presentations, and experience working with collaborative research teams.

Department Contact for Questions

Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to: Dana Urbanski, urbanski@iu.edu , Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences, Indiana University Bloomington

Additional Qualifications

Salary and Rank

Special Instructions

A complete application includes:

1) Cover letter describing research interests and fit for the position

2) CV

3) A professional writing sample (e.g., publication or dissertation chapter)

4) Names and contact information for three references

Applications received by 2/15/2026 will receive full consideration, however the search will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

For Best Consideration Date

For Best Consideration Date 02/01/2026

Expected Start Date