WHOOP

Senior Research Scientist

WHOOP • $100K — $130K *
Boston, MA 02115In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • PhD (or equivalent) in a quantitative or health-related field (e.g., Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience, Computer Science, etc.)
  • Strong foundation in health science, with experience in longitudinal or time-series data analysis
  • Proven track record in hypothesis-driven research and conveying complex findings
  • Proficiency in Python or R for statistical modeling and machine learning
  • Hands-on experience with advanced modeling techniques like Bayesian inference and causal inference
  • Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Experience in applying data analysis to practical situations in product or wellness domains

Responsibilities

  • Lead research projects from hypothesis to communication of results
  • Analyze large physiological and behavioral datasets for insights
  • Develop models to predict individual physiological states
  • Translate research findings into actionable product and algorithm recommendations
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for research integration
  • Design and execute impactful research programs
  • Produce scientific outputs such as reports and publications
  • Mentor junior scientists and enhance team research standards

Benefits

  • Flexible working hours and remote work options
  • Opportunity for professional growth and mentorship
  • Support for continued education and training in quantitative research
  • Access to advanced data and modeling tools
  • Engaging work culture focused on innovation and collaboration
Full Job Description
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Lead end-to-end research projects from hypothesis formulation through analysis, interpretation, and communication
  • Analyze large-scale, longitudinal physiological and behavioral datasets to identify meaningful patterns and insights
  • Develop and evaluate models that characterize individual variability and predict future physiological states
  • Translate research findings into clear, actionable recommendations that inform product direction and algorithm development
  • Collaborate closely with product, engineering, and data science teams to ensure research is interpretable and aligned with real-world use cases
  • Contribute to the design and execution of research programs
  • Produce high-quality scientific outputs, including internal reports, white papers, and peer-reviewed publications
  • Serve as a senior technical leader, providing guidance and mentorship to junior scientists and contributing to raising the bar for scientific rigor across the team.
  • Help define research standards, methodologies, and best practices across the team

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • PhD (or equivalent experience) in a quantitative or health-related field (e.g., Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience, Computer Science, or related disciplines),
  • Strong background in health science, with grounding in public health and clinical concepts, and experience modeling longitudinal or time-series data (e.g., within-person variability in real-world settings)
  • Demonstrated ability to design hypothesis-driven analyses and translate findings into clear conclusions
  • Proficiency in statistical modeling and/or machine learning methods and demonstrated experience using Python or R
  • Significant hands-on experience with advanced modeling techniques for longitudinal/time-series data, such as probabilistic methods, Bayesian inference, and/or causal inference
  • Ability to work across disciplines and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Experience connecting data analysis to real-world applications (product, wellness, clinical, or operational)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

About WHOOP

WHOOP is a wearable technology company that specializes in fitness tracking. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts. WHOOP's flagship product is a wristband that tracks various metrics related to fitness and health, such as heart rate variability, sleep quality, and recovery time. The company also offers a subscription service that provides personalized insights and recommendations based on the data collected by the wristband. WHOOP has raised over $200 million in funding and has partnerships with several professional sports leagues and teams.
Learn more about WHOOP
Size
500 employees
Industry
Consumer Technology
Founded
2011
* Ladders Estimates

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