Audio Scientist Apply
We are seeking a contract applied research scientist specializing in audio perception. This role is an integral part of our team, contributing to our research and development efforts. The ideal candidate will help us explore and understand individualized auditory preferences and experiences, enabling us to tailor our technologies to meet unique user needs.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and drive research projects, analyze and report findings
- Monitor problems, facilitate resolution, and proactively keep projects on track
- Implement and conduct pilot listening tests and other perceptual experiences
- Regularly report on project progress, dependencies and risks to stakeholders
- Support research scientists and engineers within the team
- Manage procurement projects for equipment and vendor services
- Willingness to \\\"roll up sleeves\\\" and take on operational tasks in support of the team's goals
Minimum qualifications
- Work experience in research project management with a track record of successful project completion
- Interpersonal and communication skills, with strong attention to detail
- Proactive with ability to execute on multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with team members and individuals throughout the broader organization
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Track record of communicating research in an academic or industrial setting
- Experience working in a fast-paced research and/or product development environment
- Experience with scientific programming languages such as Matlab, Python, C++, or R
- Master's degree or equivalent experience in Computational Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Electrical Engineering, Perception, Experimental Psychology, Audio Engineering, Acoustics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computational Audiology or a related field
Preferred qualifications
- Experience with auditory perception
- PhD degree or equivalent experience
- Experience with science outreach programs
Top 3 must-have HARD skills:
PhD experience preferred or Masters + industry experience
Perception scientist - hearing or vision research
Motor function - computatitve /cognitive
Coding: MATLAB, Python, C++, or R - will be tested during interview
Independent - 3+ journal publications
Strong time management skills - provide examples
Some interactions with human participants- willing to do a lot of that
