Research Audiologist - Otolaryngology

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks an audiology specialist to conduct and interpret audiometric tests and to contribute to research materials for audiological studies.

You will assist in subject selection and fitting of hearing aids and cochlear implants, and design methods to evaluate technology effectiveness. Responsibilities include preparing manuscripts and reports, maintaining equipment, and supporting IRB and daily lab operations.

Qualifications

• Graduate-level degree required: Sc.M. (Master of Science).
• Professional licenses listed: MO Audiologist license, BLS (AHA), BLS (ARC), CCC-A (ASHA), IL Licensed Audiologist.
• No specific work experience is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Performs/interprets audiometric tests.
• Assists in selection of subjects and works with patients in fitting hearing aids and cochlear implants.
• Designs methods to assess effectiveness of hearing aid and cochlear implant technology.
• Determines appropriate statistical methods for analyzing findings.
• Prepares manuscripts, graphs, photos and tables for journals and meetings.
• Calibrates/maintains audiologic equipment.

Skills

Graphing

Manuscript Preparation

Statistics

Education

Sc.M. - Master Of Science

Job description

Location SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110 Scheduled Hours 40

Position Summary

Conducts/interprets audiometric tests and develops methods/research material to aid in audiological studies and operations.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs/interprets audiometric tests.
• Assists in selection of subjects and works with patients in the selection/fitting of conventional and programmable hearing aids and cochlear implants.
• Designs methods to access the effectiveness of hearing aid and cochlear implant technology.
• Determines appropriate statistical method(s) for analyzing experimental findings.
• Prepares manuscripts, graphs, photographs and tables for submission to scientific journals and professional meetings.
• Prepares reports on project findings for funding agency and documents for Human Studies Committee, including Informed Consent Forms.
• Submits an annual report.
• Calibrates/maintains audiologic equipment.
• Assists in teaching activities of professional staff.
• Recruits and Schedules research participants, maintains IRB protocols and study documentation, and supports daily lab operations.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions Normal office environment Physical Effort Typically sitting at a desk or a table Equipment Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education

Sc.M. - Master Of Science

Certifications / Professional Licenses

• Audiologist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
• Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) - American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
• Licensed Audiologist - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

Work Experience

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

• Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date
• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Preferred Qualifications

Education

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications / Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills

Graphing, Manuscript Preparation, Statistics Grade R11

Salary Range

Grade R11 Salary Range $55,200.00 - $100,000.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

• Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
• Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
• Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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