Audiologist performing real ear measurement on a patient
Now recruiting · Chicago REM Study

Earn $500 for sharing your clinical expertise in a paid in-person REM research study.

Focus Insite is recruiting currently practicing audiologists and hearing instrument specialists in the Chicago area for a paid research study on Real Ear Measurement protocols. One 60-minute in-person session in Chicago, Illinois.

Compensation
$500
Paid on completion
Location
Chicago, IL
In-person · 60 min
Sessions
Jul 7-10
Rolling deadline · limited spots
Real ear measurement session with adult patient
Study 26-185 · REM Protocol Research
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About the research

Help shape the next generation of Real Ear Measurement workflows.

Focus Insite is conducting a paid research study on how licensed audiologists and hearing instrument specialists use REM in day-to-day fittings. Your candid professional feedback informs product design, protocol refinement, and clinical training decisions inside a leading hearing healthcare organization.

  • One-on-one research session - not a sales call, not a product pitch
  • Structured discussion of REM frequency, equipment, and patient workflow
  • Full confidentiality under Focus Insite research and privacy standards
  • Compensation paid promptly after your session is completed
The session

One in-person session. One clear offer.

Join a one-on-one research session with a Focus Insite moderator in Chicago, Illinois.

Verification station inside a Chicago audiology clinic
In-Person · Study 26-185
Chicago, Illinois
~60 minutes · July 7-10 session window
$0

A one-on-one, in-lab research session with a Focus Insite moderator. Ideal for clinicians and dispensers within driving distance of the Chicago area.

  • 30 in-person spots total
  • HIS and AuD roles welcome
  • Compensation paid on completion
  • Session window: July 7-10
Who qualifies

A quick eligibility snapshot before you apply.

This is a general overview - the full screener will confirm your fit for the Chicago in-person session and equipment focus.

Your role
Licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist (HIS) or Audiologist (AuD)
Practice status
Currently practicing and actively fitting hearing aids
Location
Based in the Chicago, Illinois area and able to attend in person
REM familiarity
Occasional to frequent use of Real Ear Measurement in fittings
Equipment exposure
Audioscan, Interacoustics, MedRx, Inventis, or Otometrics verification systems; GSI, Maico, or Welch Allyn tympanometers
Setting
Private dispensing, hospital/clinic, or pediatric audiology practice
Hearing health clinician checklist and equipment flat lay
Why Focus Insite

An award-winning research recruitment firm trusted by Fortune 100 organizations.

When you contribute to a Focus Insite study, your time is respected, your data is handled with care, and your compensation is delivered on schedule.

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Clinical audiences we specialize in

From dispensing offices to hospital audiology and pediatric verification labs, we recruit hearing healthcare professionals across every practice setting - with a screener process built to respect your time.

Hearing healthcare professionals reviewing REM data
Audiologist reviewing an interview schedule and case notes
What to expect

A simple, clinician-friendly process.

  1. 01
    Apply
    Tap Apply Now and answer a short screener about your role, license, and equipment.
  2. 02
    Screen
    Our team reviews your responses and confirms study fit within 1-3 business days.
  3. 03
    Confirm
    You'll receive your Chicago session location and a scheduled time between July 7-10.
  4. 04
    Get Paid
    Complete your session; incentive is issued promptly per Focus Insite standards.
Common questions

Answers before you apply.

Straight answers on compensation, confidentiality, and time commitment.

Two hearing healthcare professionals in consultation
What should I expect on-site in Chicago?

You'll meet one-on-one with a Focus Insite moderator for a structured discussion about your experience with REM protocols, equipment, and patient workflow. Session location details are confirmed after you're screened in.

Is this a sales call or product pitch?

No. This is a paid research study. You'll speak with a moderator about your professional experience with REM protocols and equipment - nothing is being sold to you.

How much of my time will this take?

The in-person session runs about 60 minutes and is scheduled around your availability during the July 7-10 window.

How and when am I paid?

You'll receive $500 promptly after you complete your session, per Focus Insite's standard research participant payment process.

Is my information kept confidential?

Yes. Your responses are used strictly for research purposes and handled under Focus Insite's confidentiality standards and privacy policy.

What happens after I apply?

Our recruitment team reviews your screener within 1-3 business days. If you qualify, we'll reach out to confirm your Chicago session details.

What is REM (Real Ear Measurement)?

REM is a hearing aid verification procedure that uses a probe microphone to measure amplification at the eardrum. This study focuses on how clinicians use REM in real-world fittings.

Limited spots · rolling deadline
Only 30 in-person Chicago spots available.
Sessions run July 7-10. Scheduling closes as spots fill.
Ready when you are

Your clinical expertise is worth $500.

Apply now to join the Focus Insite REM research study in Chicago. It takes about two minutes to check your eligibility.

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