Senior Research Technician

Job Description Bose Research is seeking a highly skilled and hands‑on Senior Research Technician to support cutting‑edge research in out‑loud and wearable acoustic technologies. This role sits within a centralized R&D technician team that partners closely with the Bose Research organization, enabling world‑class innovation through expert experimental execution, laboratory operations, and technical support. In this role, you will work directly with research project teams to design and execute acoustic experiments, build and debug prototypes, and support advanced measurements in listening rooms, anechoic chambers, and reverberation rooms. You will play a critical role in translating research ideas into physical experiments and demonstrations, helping drive the development of next‑generation Bose technologies. Responsibilities Partner with Bose Research project teams to plan, set up, and execute acoustic experiments for out‑loud and wearable audio technologies. Perform acoustic and electro‑acoustic measurements in listening rooms, anechoic chambers, and reverberation rooms. Build, modify, debug, and maintain research prototypes and experimental hardware setups. Recruit, schedule, and support human subjects for on‑head measurements of wearable audio devices, ensuring accurate and repeatable data collection. Set up and run technology demonstrations to showcase research progress and capabilities. Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment, including microphones, measurement systems, audio interfaces, and computers used for machine learning model training. Ensure laboratories and test spaces are organized, operational, and compliant with safety and research protocols. Collaborate across disciplines and teams, contributing practical insight to experimental design and execution. Minimum Qualifications AS (Associate of Science) or equivalent experience in acoustics, audio, or related engineering. Hands‑on experience with laboratory‑based experimental work, measurements, and technical troubleshooting. Experience working in acoustics, audio, or related engineering environments. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple experiments, schedules, and priorities simultaneously. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with diverse research teams. Preferred Qualifications Experience with critical listening and subjective audio evaluation. Background in recording, sound production, or studio engineering. Experience as a musician or strong personal interest in music and audio creation. Compensation and Benefits The hiring range for this position in the primary work location of Framingham, Massachusetts is $30.96–$42.57 per hour. The range may vary for other Bose work locations. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer bonuses, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, and an employee discount program. Equal Employment Opportunity Bose is an equal‑opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. The EEOC’s “Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal” poster is available here: Bose is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io and include “Application Accommodation Request” in the subject of the email. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bose Corporation