Research Manager

Title:  Research Manager

Department:  Consumer Business Unit

Reports to:  Director Consumer BU

Starting Salary Commensurate with Experience: $84000 $92000 / year  

Purpose: The Research Manager at Lingraphica serves as the scientific cornerstone of the organization ensuring that our products and services are grounded in evidencebased practice. This role bridges clinical innovation with scientific validation driving our research agenda while enhancing the credibility of our products in the marketplace. The Research Manager will lead efforts to demonstrate efficacy develop new evidencebased protocols and position Lingraphica as a leader in evidencebased practice for aphasia and related communication ideal candidate has strong project management skills experience in research methodologies and the ability to communicate complex findings effectively to diverse audiences. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

Research Strategy & Leadership 

• Develop and implement a comprehensive research strategy aligned with Lingraphicas mission and product development goals 
• Establish an evidence hierarchy framework to guide product claims and marketing communications 
• Identify opportunities for new research areas technologies or methodologies that advance aphasia intervention 
• Create annual research plans with clear objectives resource requirements and expected outcomes 
• Lead a crossfunctional research governance committee to prioritize research initiatives 

Research Design & Implementation 

• Design rigorous clinical studies to evaluate the efficacy of Lingraphica devices combined with evidencebased interventions such as VNeST 
• Develop research project plans defining scope objectives methodologies and timelines 
• Oversee the execution of research initiatives ensuring they are executed efficiently adhere to protocols remain within budget and meet quality standards 
• Implement a systematic outcomes tracking program to collect realworld evidence from clients using Lingraphica products 
• Develop protocols recruit participants and oversee user testing for product development and validation 

Data Management & Analysis 

• Establish data collection standards and procedures to ensure scientific rigor 
• Manage data collection analysis and interpretation to generate meaningful insights that drive innovation and evidencebased improvements 
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of relevant research to inform product development and marketing 
• Apply appropriate statistical methods to analyze research outcomes and efficacy data 

Knowledge Dissemination & Publication 

• Lead the development of research reports white papers peerreviewed publications and conference presentations 
• Create a publication strategy to enhance Lingraphicas scientific standing and visibility 
• Present research findings in a clear and impactful way to internal and external audiences including investors policymakers and endusers 
• Represent Lingraphicas research agenda at conferences professional meetings and other scientific events 
• Develop and present educational webinars for SLPs and consumers that accurately represent the evidence base 

Quality Assurance & Compliance 

• Review all marketing and educational content before publication to ensure accurate representation of research evidence 
• Establish an evidence review process for all claims related to product efficacy 
• Ensure all research activities comply with ethical standards regulatory guidelines and best practices in clinical research 
• Maintain IRB relationships and oversee approval processes for human subjects research 

Partnership Development 

• Build and nurture academic partnerships with universities and research institutions to enhance study credibility and reach 
• Network and develop relationships with external researchers and research teams in the fields of aphasia AAC and speechlanguage pathology 
• Work closely with internal teams (marketing sales product development technology) to align research with business objectives 
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals advocacy groups and patient organizations to enhance research impact and relevance 

Professional Development & Mentorship 

• Mentor Lingraphica staff who are pursuing Doctorates/PhDs providing guidance and support 
• Create opportunities for staff to participate in research initiatives and develop research skills 
• Stay current with emerging research methodologies and trends in aphasia intervention and AAC technology 

Qualifications :

Knowledge Skills & Abilities 

• Ability to implement and execute a research study 
• Knowledge of critical analysis of research studies 
• Knowledge of AAC practices needs and challenges strongly preferred 
• Demonstration of knowledge and experience of research regulatory requirements with human subjects 
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time 
• Excellent interpersonal written oral communication and public speaking skills 
• Ability to work collaboratively with crossfunctional teams 
• Analytical skills with a datadriven approach to decisionmaking  

Education & Experience 

Formal Education: 

• Masters in Speech Language Pathology required 
• Clinical doctorate PhD or similar advanced degree in Speech Language Pathology required 
• SLPlicense and CCC required 

Clinical Experience: 

• 5 yearsclinicalexperienceinspeechpathology required 
• Minimum of 23 years of research experience required 
• AACexperiencestronglypreferred 
• Telepractice experiencestronglypreferred 
• Experience presenting at professional conferences strongly preferred 

ContinuingEducation 

• Internalcomplianceofinsurance/reimbursementregulations 
• CEUsasneededtoretainSLPlicense 
• AwarenessoflatestadvancesinAACindustryincludingnewdiseasestates/diagnosesandtreatmentoptions forpatientswithaphasiaapraxiaanddysarthria 

Additional Information :

Work Environment & Physical Demands 

Incumbent works from home and is expected to maintain a safe productive work environment with secure internet access. 

Travel 

Travel may be required two times per year for an inperson team meeting and the allcompany meeting.   

Accommodations 

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and physical demand satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Lingraphica and Pay Transparency  

At Lingraphica we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The starting salary range for this position is $84000 and $92000 per year. Placement in the starting pay is based on factors such as experience skills education and internal equity. We regularly review our compensation structures to ensure they align with industry standards promote fairness and support career growth. In addition to competitive base pay we offer a comprehensive benefits package* and a commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. We encourage open conversations about compensation and are dedicated to maintaining transparency throughout the hiring process. 

• Paid Time Off (sick personal and vacation) 
• Paid Company Holidays 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Contribution 
• Medical/Dental/Vision benefits with FSA HSA & Dependent care options 
• Life & ShortTerm Disability 
• Voluntary benefits such as Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity and AD&D insurance 
• Stipends for health and wellness home office setup and professional development  
• Paid Family Leave 
• Annual bonus program 
• Annual merit increases 
• YearRound Flex Fridays  
• Discounts on travel entertainment home/pet/car insurance 

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