Research Fellow at University of Michigan

The University of Michigan, Department of Otolaryngology is seeking a full-time postdoctoral position available to join a dynamic team that includes basic and translational scientists, audiologists, and surgeons. The position will involve running an NIH-Brain-Initiative funded clinical trial to test an innovative treatment paradigm with adult tinnitus subjects at the Kresge Hearing Research Institute. Responsibilities include psychophysical, electrophysiological and psychosocial testing under approved research protocols and pre- and post-treatment assessment. Responsibilities will also include subject recruitment and coordination, audiological testing, maintenance of research and clinical records and participation in the analysis, interpretation and presentation of research results.

The University of Michigan Health System improves the health of patients, populations and communities though excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, national and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education, and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Au.D. and some clinical experience working with patients with tinnitus is required. The applicant should have excellent interpersonal skills and organizational skills.

Current licensure as an Audiologist from the state of Michigan is necessary.

Ph.D. in a hearing-related field and previous research experience is highly desirable. Certification of Clinical Competence in Audiology, awarded by the American Speech and Hearing Association is desirable.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.