Clinical Research Scientist II

Spring Care, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

Spring Health is seeking a Clinical Research Scientist to join our Health Economics and Outcomes Research team in a fully remote, full‑time role. You will design and execute rigorous clinical studies, translate real‑world data into actionable insights, and coordinate study activities from protocol initiation through close‑out, with guidance from leadership and cross‑functional partners.

Applicants should hold a PhD or PsyD in psychology, be licensed mental health clinicians, and demonstrate a

Qualifications

• Licensed mental health clinician with PhD or PsyD in psychology or related field.
• Track record of peer‑reviewed publications, including first‑author papers.
• Fluency in a statistical programming language (R, Python).
• Experience coordinating clinical research studies and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams with guidance.
• Initiative and ability to self‑direct scientific work while collaborating on program‑management activities.

Responsibilities

• Publish novel, high impact academic research.
• Conduct program evaluation for tools and trainings across our network of psychologists and psychiatrists.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for clinical studies.
• Track and report study progress against milestones; identify risks and gaps and elevate issues.
• Coordinate cross‑functional study timelines, deliverables, and dependencies.
• Support protocol adherence and compliance, including IRB submissions and financial tracking.

Skills

Statistical programming (R, Python)

Peer‑reviewed publications

Project coordination

Cross‑functional collaboration

Education

PhD or PsyD in psychology or related field

Licensed mental health clinician

Job description

Our mission: eliminating every barrier to mental health.

Spring Health is a global mental health company on a mission to eliminate every barrier to mental health. We're building a world where getting support is simple, personal, and built around the person, so care can continue through every job, move, health plan, and life stage.

Our AI-native platform helps us deliver personalized support across self-guided tools, coaching, therapy, medication management, and specialty care. With outcomes independently validated by JAMA Network Open and the Validation Institute, Spring Health reaches more than 170 million people worldwide through leading employers, health plans, and partners.

As an AI-native company, we believe technology should expand the reach, quality, and humanity of care. Every Spring Health team member is expected to use AI tools thoughtfully, apply human judgment to AI outputs, and keep building AI fluency in ways that support their role and our mission.

Spring Health is looking for a Clinical Research Scientist to join our Health Economics and Outcomes Research team. This role combines clinical research and scientific analysis with research program management, with approximately 50% of time focused on each. You will design and execute rigorous research, translate real-world clinical data into actionable insights, and help coordinate clinical study activities from protocol initiation through close-out. You will work closely with scientists and cross-functional partners, with guidance and support from research leadership on study operations, prioritization, risk management, and complex program decisions. This is a full-time position that is fully remote.

What you'll do

• Publish novel, high impact academic research

• Conduct comprehensive program evaluation for tools and trainings implemented throughout our network of psychologists and psychiatrists

• Support development and maintenance of detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for clinical studies, with guidance from research leadership

• Track and report study progress against key milestones; identify risks or process gaps and elevate issues while supporting mitigation plans

• Coordinate cross-functional study timelines, deliverables, and dependencies to support on-time execution of clinical projects

• Support protocol adherence and compliance activities, including IRB submissions, financial tracking, and management of study protocols

What success looks like in this role

• Research Output: Produce rigorous academic and applied research, including peer-reviewed publications, white papers, or internally-facing analyses

• Study Execution: Support achievement of key study milestones by maintaining clear plans, proactively surfacing risks, and coordinating follow-through across stakeholders

• Scientific Communication: Develop clear customer-facing and internal assets that translate research findings into compelling clinical or business insights

What you'll bring

• Licensed mental health clinician, with PhD or PsyD in psychology or related field

• Track record of peer-reviewed academic research, including first-author publications

• Fluency in a statistical programming language (R, Python)

• Experience supporting clinical research studies or research programs, including coordinating timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional stakeholders

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams with appropriate guidance, prioritization, and escalation

• Initiative and ability to self-direct scientific work while collaborating effectively on program-management activities

Nice to have:

• Professional experience working within mental health tech or employee benefits

Benefits provided by Spring Health:

Note: We have even more benefits than listed here and below, your recruiter will provide more in-depth information as you continue in the interview process. Benefits are subject to individual plan requirements and eligibility criteria.

• Health, Dental, Vision benefits start on your first day at Spring. You and your dependents also receive access to One Medical accounts HSA and FSA plans are also available, with Spring contributing up to $1K for HSAs, depending on your plan type.

• Employer sponsored 401(k) match of up to 2% for retirement planning

• A yearly allotment of no cost visits to the Spring Health network of therapists, coaches, and medication management providers for you and your dependents.

• We offer competitive paid time off policies including vacation, sick leave and company holidays.

• At 6 months tenure with Spring, we offer parental leave of 18 weeks for birthing parents and 16 weeks for non-birthing parents.

• Access to Noom, a weight management program—based in psychology, that’s tailored to your unique needs and goals.

• Access to fertility care support through Carrot, in addition to $4,000 reimbursement for related fertility expenses.

• Access to Wellhub, which connects employees to the best options for fitness, mindfulness, nutrition, and sleep in one subscription

• Access to BrightHorizons, which provides sponsored child care, back-up care, and elder care

• Up to $1,000 Professional Development Reimbursement a year.

• $200 per year donation matching to support your favorite causes.

Not sure if you meet every requirement? Research shows that women and people from historically underrepresented communities often hesitate to apply for roles unless they meet every qualification compared to other similarly-qualified candidates. At Spring Health, we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, empowered, and supported to Thrive.

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