Research Associate-Department of Otolaryngology CI Lab

University of Iowa - Iowa City, IA

Full-time - Mid Level

Iowa City, IA

Educational Services

About the position

The Research Associate position in the Department of Otolaryngology at the University of Iowa Health Care focuses on a groundbreaking project that investigates cognitive and psychosocial functioning in adult cochlear implant users. The role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to identify challenges and predictors of listening success and quality of life, ensuring smooth research processes and participant engagement.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and organize participants for research studies.
• Guide participants through language tasks, neuropsychological assessments, and hearing evaluations.
• Accurately score and manage research data.
• Oversee regulatory paperwork essential for research compliance.
• Conduct literature searches and prepare data reports for study discussions.
• Administer and score various cognitive, language, and psychosocial measures.
• Coordinate and manage laboratory data collection materials and facilities.
• Assist in managing lab equipment and troubleshoot issues as they arise.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent in psychology, speech and hearing, communication science, linguistics, neuroscience, cognitive science, or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience carrying out research protocols.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in word processing, database management, and basic statistics.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience administering neurological cognitive tests and neuropsychological questionnaires.
• Understanding of research conduct as outlined in a research protocol.
• Experience working with a population with hearing impairment.
• Knowledge of cochlear implants.
• Previous experience in research protocols with human subjects.

Benefits

• Disability insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid sick time
• Paid vacation