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Hearing Lab Research Audiologist

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill

Dependent on Qualifications and Experience

United States, North Carolina, Chapel Hill

104 Airport Dr (Show on map)

Dec 01, 2025

Posting Information

Department	Otolaryngology (Ent)-414401
Career Area	Research Professionals
Posting Open Date	12/01/2025
Application Deadline	12/15/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Position Type	Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title	Hearing Lab Research Audiologist
Appointment Type	EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number	20041940
Vacancy ID	NF0009422
Full Time/Part Time	Full-Time Permanent
FTE	1
Hours per week	40
Position Location	North Carolina, US
Hiring Range	Dependent on Qualifications and Experience
Proposed Start Date	01/05/2026

Position Information

Be a Tar Heel!	A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit	Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research. Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond. Education: We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce. Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.
Position Summary	This position incorporates a split research-clinic audiology role. Approximately 60% effort is devoted to responsibilities as Research Audiologist in the Hearing Research Laboratory, co-directed by Drs. John Grose and Emily Buss. The lab investigates auditory perception and neural processing across the lifespan. Current projects span infant to older adult populations, covering typical hearing development, disorders such as auditory neuropathy, and the effects of aging. We combine behavioral psychophysics, otoacoustic emissions, auditory evoked potentials, and speech in noise paradigms to answer fundamental and translational questions in hearing science. The Research Audiologist oversees the day to day conduct of human subjects studies in the lab, including participant interactions, ensuring the smooth operation of complex protocols and equipment, and upholding rigorous data standards. This role blends hands on testing with project management Approximately 40% of this position is devoted to responsibilities as a Clinical Audiologist with the UNC Hospitals audiology department and involves direct clinical care, based on the current clinical needs and candidate preferences.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements	Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience	Advanced degree (M.S., Au.D, Ph.D.) in hearing science, audiology, neuroscience, psychology, or related field Currently have, or be eligible to apply for, a North Carolina Audiology license Demonstrated proficiency with audiometric equipment (e.g., clinical audiometers, sound booths) and electrophysiological systems (e.g., EEG, ABR) Experience recruiting, scheduling, and interacting with human participants across all age groups Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with meticulous attention to data integrity and protocol adherence Excellent oral and written communication; ability to work empathetically with participants and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and one or more data analysis environments (MATLAB, Python, R)
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience	Doctorate in Audiology (Au.D) or Ph.D. with auditory research focus Prior hands on experience in a human subjects hearing science lab Familiarity with REDCap or similar electronic data capture platforms Background in statistical analysis of psychophysical or electrophysiological data Record of conference presentations or peer reviewed publications Experience supervising Au.D. graduate student clinicians
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities	Not Applicable.
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Posting Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title	Emily Boimare, HR Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email	emily_boimare@med.unc.edu
Office of Human Resources Contact Information	If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement	The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.