Research Scientist

Mira; Toronto; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering startup dedicated to women's health as a Research Scientist. In this impactful role, you will lead research initiatives that validate and enhance innovative fertility tracking technologies. Collaborate with top-tier scientists and healthcare professionals to establish partnerships and drive product development grounded in scientific evidence. This role offers the chance to make a significant difference in the lives of individuals and couples on their fertility journey. Experience a supportive and dynamic work environment that values open communication and professional growth, all while working remotely with flexible hours. If you are passionate about women's health and eager to contribute to groundbreaking research, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Holidays

Sick leaves

Professional development opportunities

Performance-based bonus system

Qualifications

• PhD in health-related discipline with 5+ years of industry research experience.
• Strong project management and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead research projects to validate product accuracy and develop new applications.
• Establish and manage partnerships with academic and healthcare organizations.

Skills

Research Design

Project Management

Data Analysis

Statistical Techniques

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Leadership

Education

PhD in a health-related discipline

Tools

Python

R

Job description

Hi, we are Mira Fertility. Our superstar product, the Mira Analyzer, is the leading fertility tracker on the market, designed by scientists to help couples and individuals conceive. We started our company to help women and individuals reach their parenthood dreams and make their fertility journey smoother. At Mira, we empower people with the best technology, information, and science to help people reach their fertility goals.

We are actively working with scientists and experts to reach more people—especially because we women and individuals face fertility challenges when they want to start their conception journey. The lack of awareness and information about fertility brings a lot of unnecessary guesswork and stress to those trying to conceive.

We are committed to helping our customers achieve the highest possible success rates and outcomes; that is why our focus is on personalized care, the use of the most cutting-edge technology, and science-backed data.

About the position

We are looking for an experienced research scientist who will play a key role in driving research & development for Mira product scientific validation and new applications discovery.

If you want to challenge yourself at a high-growth startup and make a difference for women's health, please join us!

The Research Scientist will be responsible for leading the planning and execution of Mira’s research initiatives in the area of hormonal women’s health. You will play a crucial role in establishing and maintaining relationships with external research partners, academic institutions, healthcare organizations, and industry partners. You will also be a key contributor to cross-functional initiatives involving product development, marketing, and business development, to ensure that our product and insights are grounded in science.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptualization, design, and execution of internal and external research projects to:
• validate Mira product accuracy and generate evidence to demonstrate the impact in improving health outcomes
• support the research, development, and validation of new application of Mira tracking capabilities
• Establish and manage research partnerships with academic organizations, healthcare institutions, commercial partners, and key opinion leaders to foster collaborative research initiatives
• Contribute to the development and implementation of Mira’s scientific research strategy that is aligned with product strategy, business objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
• Collaborate with product managers and data engineers to ensure successful operational execution of research projects and contribute your scientific expertise to methodology development and data analysis for product algorithm improvement
• Ensure compliance with regulations, ethical guidelines, and data privacy requirements throughout the research process
• Lead the dissemination of research findings by writing blog posts, whitepapers, and manuscripts and collaborate with product development and PR teams to translate research findings into product enhancements and features
• Support R&D in preparing materials and clinical research for international registration pathway

Requirements

• PhD in a health-related discipline (e.g., endocrinology, medicine, reproductive health, or a related field)
• 5+ years of work experience with a proven track record (at least 3 years) of conducting scientific research in the industry, specifically in women’s health, within the consumer health technology and/or medical device space.
• Strong understanding of research design, methodologies, and regulatory requirements
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage timelines, and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain partnerships with external research organizations and healthcare professionals
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex scientific concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Proficiency with data analysis, statistical techniques, and scientific computing tools (e.g. python, R) commonly used in clinical research
• Passion for improving women’s health and well-being through innovative technologies and evidence-based approaches
• Pays strict attention to detail and is comfortable with critical thinking and decision making.
• Use leadership skills to consult, collaborate, and problem solve.
• Strong presentation skills — fluently tell a compelling clinical or business story with data

What success looks like in this role:

• Submit 2-4 academic research-grade publications per year
• Conduct 4-6 additional analyses for white papers or internally-facing projects
• Develop customer-facing assets to support external dissemination

Details

The role is remote, with a 40-hour workweek, flexible hours, and occasional overlap with the US team's/candidates' time zone.

What we offer

• You will work with a dedicated, highly-engaged, international team of professionals who are passionate about helping couples and individuals start their families
• We have a fast-paced and collaborative work environment where we encourage open communication, ownership, and independence
• In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a performance-based bonus system based on OKR
• Benefits: paid vacation, holidays, and sick leaves
• We provide professional development opportunities - training courses, workshops, and seminars

Interview Process

Step 1: Screening call with HR - Step 2: Assessment task - Step 3: Interview with CMO and Head of Business Development - Step 4: Interview with CEO