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Clinical Research Scientist
WellTheory. Build WellTheory’s research function from scratch .
Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in designing and executing observational studies, analyzing medical claims data, and applying real-world evidence methods. Proficient in statistical programming with Python, R, or SQL, and experienced in leading research initiatives within the digital health and life sciences sectors.
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PhD In EpidemiologyStatistical Analysis In PythonReal-World Evidence MethodsExperience In Autoimmune DiseaseResearch Function Development
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Hard Skills
Statistical Analysis PlansObservational Study DesignData Analysis In RData Analysis In SQLPropensity Score MatchingInterrupted Time Series AnalysisCost Of Care AnalysisBiostatisticsClinical Protocol DevelopmentIRB Submission Management
Soft Skills
Collaboration With Health PlansPresentation SkillsLeadership In ResearchCommunication With StakeholdersAbility To Work Independently
Tools & Technologies
MarketScanOptumHealthVerityStatistical SoftwareData Management Systems
Industry Keywords
Digital HealthHealth Services ResearchOutcomes ResearchPublic HealthNutrition ScienceAutoimmune CareClinical ReviewsPayer ConversationsKey Opinion LeadersLifestyle Interventions
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesPythonSQL
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Build WellTheory’s research function from scratch
- Design and run observational studies on member data, including matched cohorts, pre/post analyses, propensity-scored comparisons, and interrupted time series
- Analyze medical and pharmacy claims, including utilization, biologic and biosimilar trends, and cost of care
- Write statistical analysis plans and perform hands-on analysis in Python, R, or SQL, partnering with the data team for scale
- Publish as first or senior author in relevant peer-reviewed journals
- Present at meetings such as ACR, DDW, AAD, and AMCP
- Lead external collaborations with health plans, employers, and academic partners as principal investigator
- Develop protocols and submit studies for IRB review
- Manage regulatory requirements for studies
- Translate findings into updated care protocols and a more personalized member experience
- Shape structured data capture for symptoms, adherence, biomarkers, and PROs
- Define autoimmune population and cohort logic
- Create white papers and one-pagers for commercial and partnership teams
- Serve as WellTheory’s scientific voice in health plan clinical reviews and payer conversations
Requirements
What you’ll need- PhD or equivalent research doctorate in epidemiology, health services research, outcomes research, biostatistics, public health, nutrition science, or a related field
- Exceptional MS/MPH candidates with deep industry experience and a strong publication record are welcome
- Experience applying real-world evidence methods, including propensity score matching, difference-in-differences, and interrupted time series, to claims data such as MarketScan, Optum, or HealthVerity
- Industry experience in digital health, a payer, or life sciences, or a clear track record of applied, decision-oriented research
- Fluency in Python, R, or SQL
- Pragmatic understanding of when to use an RCT and when to use other evidence approaches
- Familiarity with commercial use of evidence, including employer RFPs and health plan clinical reviews
- Ability to work as the sole domain expert across clinical, product, and data teams
- Current work authorization in the United States
- Experience in autoimmune disease, rheumatology, dermatology, GI, or endocrinology
- Familiarity with nutrition and lifestyle interventions as clinical care
- Experience at an early- or growth-stage digital health company
- Prior experience building a research or evidence function from scratch
- Existing relationships with key opinion leaders in autoimmune care
Benefits
Comp & perks- Meaningful equity
- Benefits
- Fully remote work arrangement
- Annual company retreat
- Diverse, inclusive, and authentic team environment
- Accommodations during the hiring process