Research Audiologist I - Onsite

Starkey Laboratories, Inc.; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Research Audiologist to join their Clinical and Audiology Research team. This role involves conducting impactful clinical research and validation studies that will shape the future of hearing aid technology. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate prototype technologies and develop novel audiological procedures. The company is dedicated to connecting people and changing lives through innovative hearing solutions. If you are passionate about advancing audiology and making a difference in the lives of the hearing impaired, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Hearing Aid Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Preferred: Current Audiology or Hearing Aid Dispensing license.
• At least one year of professional experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audiological research to support product development.
• Manage data and documentation related to clinical studies.
• Promote research through publications and presentations.

Skills

Clinical Research

Audiology

Hearing Aid Technology

Data Management

Communication Skills

Education

Au.D, Ph.D or Master’s Degree in Audiology or Hearing Science

Job description

Location:
EP World Hdqtrs
6700 Washington Ave. So.
Eden Prairie, MN 55344, USA

Starkey is looking for a dynamic Research Audiologist who will support the initiatives of the Clinical and Audiology Research team. The primary responsibility of this position is conducting a variety of short- and long-term clinical research and validation studies that will have an impact on future hearing aid technology and bring benefit to the hearing impaired. Projects include prototype hearing aid technology evaluations, novel audiological procedure development, validation and usability of hearing aid products and features, and post-market studies of patient benefit. The individual in this role will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams throughout Starkey, including Research and Development, Product Management, Marketing and Education & Training.

Starkey is a world leader in the manufacturing and distribution of advanced hearing technologies. We are in the business of connecting people and changing lives. Our teams come to work each day focused on ensuring people everywhere have the products and services they need to hear better and live better.

Requirements:

• Au.D, Ph.D or Master’s Degree in Audiology or Hearing Science; equivalent training and experience may qualify
• Current Audiology or Hearing Aid Dispensing license is preferred.
• At least one year of professional experience is preferred.
• Experience or a passion to learn about conducting clinical studies with hearing-impaired individuals.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct audiological and related research in support of product development
  • Participate in project ideation, including conducting pilot and feasibility studies on prototype products and software
  • Conduct pre-production validation and usability studies on hearing-aid products, features, and software
• Perform tasks related to human subject testing in the hearing research laboratories
• Manage data and documentation related to clinical studies
• Promote research internally and externally to Starkey
  • Publish research in audiology-related peer-reviewed and trade journals
  • Write white papers on products, features, and other research topics
  • Attend and present at industry conferences
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of hearing aid technology and advances in audiology

Our culture:

• An experienced team built around a culture of professional growth and knowledge-sharing
• We celebrate innovation – finding creative ways to serve our customers better than anyone else
• Global leader in the design, development, and distribution of comprehensive hearing technologies
• We serve with passion, purpose, and excellence

Salary and Other Compensation:
The target pay range for this position is between $85,000 to $103,320.00/year. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits:
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, include medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, hearing aid benefits, PTO, 6 paid holidays annually, 2 floater days annually, 1 volunteer service day annually, paid paternity leave, and tuition reimbursement.

This position is eligible for a bonus based upon performance results. There is no guarantee of payout.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities