Research Scientist

Research Scientist

Position: Research Scientist

Reports to: Head of Scientific Research

Location: San Diego/Carlsbad, CA USA (hybrid)

Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000 annually

About the Position:

SleepScore Labs is looking for a Research Scientist to become an integral part of our Sleep Science & Research team and have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment. The Research Scientist will contribute to SleepScore Labs research activities with a focus on data management and statistical analysis and interpretation, as well as contribute to study design, survey composition, executing data acquisition, and report writing.

Your Role:

• Process and manage quantitative data sets.
• Conduct statistical analyses on quantitative data and interpret results.
• Drive data exploration and insights projects.
• Translate complex data into simple textual and visual representations.
• Summarize research findings into presentations and reports.
• Contribute to drafting scientific manuscripts and conference submissions.
• Design online surveys and other research materials.
• Apply team resources to deliver quality deliverables within the expected timeline.
• Collaborate with others to identify research needs.
• Communicate and present results to the project team and external partner clearly and with a high degree of accuracy.
• Effectively collaborate and handle the progress of cross-functional projects with an efficient use of resources and timelines.
• Must be tolerant to change, ready to take on new challenges, and open to learning new skills.

Ideal Candidate will have:

• Advanced degree in relevant field of study (PhD preferred).
• 4+ years experience as a researcher.
• Industry experience in sleep science, health science, psychology, or social sciences highly preferred.
• Strong demonstrated experience with research activities, research methodology and design, and data analysis.
• Strong quantitative methodology skills (e.g., survey design, regression analyses, data visualization).
• Experience with advanced statistical analyses (e.g., multilevel modeling).
• Experience with statistical software (R preferred).
• Ability to initiate and drive independent data projects.
• Experience with interpreting findings.
• Experience with handling and merging large data sets.
• Strong Microsoft skills including MS Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience in managing multiple research projects.
• Must be familiar with fundamental and applied research practices.
• Strong organizational & follow-up skills and the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
• Experience with survey software such as Survey Monkey and Qualtrics preferred.
• Critical thinking and strong problem-solving skills.
• Scientific curiosity and creativity.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Experience working with a hybrid team (in person and remote).
• Track record of accomplishments in a research position.

We Offer:

• Fun, dynamic, challenging, creative and mission driven environment and colleagues.
• Competitive rewards and compensation.
• Benefits programs that are comprehensive and meet the needs of our team.

About SleepScore Labs:

SleepScore Labs is the sleep improvement company, which spun out of ResMed, the global leader in clinical sleep solutions. SleepScore Labs developed the most advanced sleep technology platform and leverages actionable and personalized sleep insights derived from 100M+ hours of sleep data to empower billions of people to achieve their best sleep, benefiting their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. We partner with world-leading companies on our journey – companies such as ResMed, Mattress Firm, IFF and L’Oreal. Our goal is to build an unassailable strategic advantage that solidifies our position as the most trusted and preferred sleep improvement resource for leading companies and consumers. Learn more at www.sleepscore.com.