Military Audiologist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Goldbelt Apex, a part of the Healthcare Technology Transformation Group, is a data-focused company dedicated to process and quality in every aspect. As experts in healthcare IT experts, Apex is committed to building systems for healthcare organizations to seamlessly communicate and exchange data across different systems and devices. 

Summary:

The Research Audiologist provides clinical, scientific, and operational support for Department of Defense hearing research, auditory fitness-for-duty initiatives, hearing conservation programs, and public health activities. This position supports the planning, execution, analysis, and implementation of research and clinical programs focused on hearing readiness, operational performance, blast exposure, hearing injury prevention, and military auditory health.

Remote (U.S.) with periodic travel - Personnel may perform work remotely from their residence, subject to Government approval and mission requirements. Periodic travel may be required to support research activities, clinical implementation efforts, conferences, military installations, and Government meetings.

Essential Job Functions:

• Support execution of IRB-approved research protocols.
• Conduct advanced audiometric and functional hearing assessments.
• Support development and validation of auditory fitness-for-duty assessment methodologies.
• Participate in blast exposure, hearing performance, and hearing conservation research studies.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret audiological, clinical, and research data.
• Support implementation of hearing conservation initiatives and hearing readiness programs.
• Collaborate with clinicians, engineers, researchers, and Government stakeholders.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, manuscripts, and scientific briefings.
• Support tele-audiology and clinical technology implementation efforts.
• Assist with evaluation of emerging hearing technologies and operational hearing assessment tools.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Possess excellent ability to manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) or Ph.D. in Audiology
• Minimum two (2) years of clinical and research audiology experience.
• Travel as required to support research, training, and public health initiatives.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable Government suitability determination.
• Ability to obtain and maintain SECRET clearance if required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting DoD, VA, or Military Health System programs.
• Experience conducting human-subjects research under IRB protocols.
• Experience supporting hearing conservation and hearing readiness programs.
• Knowledge of auditory fitness-for-duty (AFFD) concepts.
• Experience with speech-in-noise testing and functional hearing assessments.
• Experience with blast exposure, tinnitus, hearing injury, or auditory-vestibular research.
• Experience analyzing epidemiological, longitudinal, or clinical datasets.
• Experience with tele-audiology technologies.
• Experience presenting scientific findings and preparing manuscripts.
• Experience supporting geographically dispersed teams, hybrid work environments, remote operations, or nationwide field activities.
• Preferred candidates will have current or prior experience supporting the Defense Health Agency (DHA), Hearing Center of Excellence (HCE), National Military Audiology and Speech Pathology Center (NMASC), Defense Centers for Public Health (DCPH), Military Health System (MHS), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), military treatment facilities (MTFs), hearing conservation programs, auditory readiness initiatives, or other military health and public health programs.

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $105,000.00 to $135,000.00 annually. 

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.