The OpportunityWe're looking for a data scientist who is passionate about early-life gut health and excited to help shape the future of microbiome science. You'll work closely with microbiome experts and report to the Head of Science to take on data-driven research, analyze complex datasets, and contribute to scientific publications and product development.
Note: This is a contractor position for a minimum of three months, with potential to transition to FTE. What You'll Do- Analyze microbiome data (taxa abundances, diversity metrics, functional genes) to support key research questions
- Develop and maintain novel microbiome metrics and biomarkers using statistical and machine learning methods
- Conduct statistical analyses of longitudinal clinical data
- Prepare data visualizations, reports, and presentations for stakeholders and publications
- Draft research protocols, statistical analysis plans, and clinical study reports
- Work independently across multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Support development of new product and study concepts
- Contribute to scientific publications, proposals, and internal knowledge-sharing
QualificationsRequired- Master's or PhD in a relevant field preferred (e.g., data science, computational biology, bioinformatics, systems biology, microbiology)
- 3+ years of full-time, relevant experience following completion of a Master's, or 0-1+ years of relevant experience with a PhD.
- Strong background in statistics, machine learning, and data visualization
- Proficient in R and/or Python; experience with SQL and large datasets preferred
- Experience with microbiome data analysis (e.g., 16S, shotgun metagenomics) is highly desirable
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently in a remote-first environment
Preferred- Previous experience in a fast-paced startup environment
- Work experience in DTC health/wellness companies
- Experience working remotely, with proficiency in Slack
- Leverages AI in daily tasks while also understanding where its blind spots
- Self-directed, proactive, and comfortable with ambiguity
How we work- A mission that actually pulls people in
We make the microbiome measurable and actionable at every life stage, and real people write in to say it's life-changing. - Remote-first, real overlap
Our FTEs are based in North America and work core hours from 9am-6pm CST, shiftable by up to two hours either way - start at 7am or 11am, wrap at 4pm or 8pm. - Written first, huddle second, meet last
Default to a clear Slack post, huddle when a thread stalls, and meet only to make a real decision. - Fast, but never sloppy
Do the two-month thing in two weeks, then check the work-shipping errors is rework, not speed. - Shape what we build, not just how we build it
There's no playbook waiting for you, so write it-and bring the alternative, not just the objection. - Day One mentality
Fewer titles and layers; process is a guardrail where it counts, never the reason something didn't ship. - No hidden agendas
Numbers, misses, and feedback are shared openly and in real time, so you always know where you stand. - High standards, genuinely fun people
Take the work seriously and ourselves much less-high-performing and fun to be around is the hiring bar. - Is this pace for you?
Venture-scaled and on a steep trajectory, with intensity in spikes, fiercely protected flexibility, and faster growth than anywhere else.
Our Values- Learn Fast, Get Better -Find the root cause, not just the fix, and get better every time
- Be Relentlessly Resourceful - Dig for the answer, move fast, and know when to ask for help
- Act Like an Owner, Be Hungry to Win - Act like it's your company, and do whatever it takes to win
- Act with Honesty and Empathy - Say what's true, and say it with care
- Delight People by Anticipating Their Needs - Solve the problem, then get two steps ahead of it
