Clinical Scientist

Hyperfine; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Corporate bonus and equity plans

Job summary

Hyperfine is seeking a Clinical Scientist in Palo Alto, CA to support the Clinical Affairs team. This role involves designing and executing clinical studies, collaborating across various departments, and analyzing data to derive actionable insights.

The ideal candidate should have a PhD in biomedical engineering or a similar field and 2-5 years of clinical research experience, particularly with MRI data. Join us in our mission to enhance patient care through innovative imaging solutions.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent required with 2-5+ years in clinical research or data science.
• Experience with MRI datasets and clinical studies.
• Hands-on image processing experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute clinical studies for Hyperfine.
• Analyze clinical datasets for actionable insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on clinical objectives.

Skills

Clinical research processes

MRI physics

Data analysis

Communication skills

Project management

Education

PhD in biomedical engineering, neuroscience, or related field

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Hyperfine, Inc. (Nasdaq: HYPR) is the groundbreaking health technology company that has redefined brain imaging with the Swoop ® system—the first FDA‑cleared, portable, ultra‑low‑field, magnetic resonance brain imaging system capable of providing imaging at multiple points of care in a healthcare facility. Our mission is to revolutionize patient care globally through transformational, accessible, clinically relevant diagnostic imaging.

About The Role

Job Title: Clinical Scientist

As a Clinical Scientist, you will support the Clinical Affairs team in executing clinical programs aligned with Hyperfine’s strategic priorities. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams including imaging, regulatory, marketing, and external research sites to generate clinical evidence, enable research programs, and translate data into impactful outputs.

You will be responsible for contributing to clinical study design, supporting study execution, and extracting actionable insights from clinical data to inform publications and business strategy. You will collaborate with clinical partners to optimize imaging workflows and enable use cases across hospital, office‑based, and international settings.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and execution of clinical studies aligned with Hyperfine strategic priorities
• Assist in defining study objectives, endpoints, and data strategies to support clinical evidence generation
• Partner with clinical sites to enable research protocols and optimize imaging workflows
• Support study startup activities, including IRB submissions and coordination with internal teams
• Monitor study progress, track milestones, and support execution of research service agreements (RSAs)
• Analyze clinical datasets and translate findings into publications, abstracts, and presentations
• Collaborate with clinical partners to develop manuscripts and support dissemination of scientific outputs
• Support engagement with external sites and investigators as the MRI expert to align research efforts with company strategy
• Work cross‑functionally with marketing, regulatory, legal, and imaging teams to support clinical and business objectives
• Contribute to partner‑driven programs (e.g., externally funded collaborations) by tracking deliverables and identifying opportunities

Knowledge and Skill

• Strong understanding of clinical research processes and study design principles
• Basic understanding of MRI physics, signal acquisition, reconstruction and image processing techniques
• Ability to analyze and interpret clinical datasets and generate actionable insights
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to contribute to scientific publications
• Ability to translate clinical needs into research objectives and actionable deliverables
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work collaboratively across cross‑functional teams and external partners
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem‑solving capabilities
• Adaptability in a fast‑paced, evolving clinical and technical environment

Education/Experience Required

• PhD or equivalent degree in biomedical engineering, neuroscience, imaging science, or related field
• 2–5+ years of experience in clinical research, imaging, or data science in an industry setting
• Experience working with MRI data and imaging datasets
• Hands‑on experience with image processing, analysis tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, or similar)
• Experience contributing to clinical studies and publications

Physical Demands

• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods
• Ability to travel occasionally to clinical sites
• Ability to operate in a fast‑paced work environment

Eligibility

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of any employment Visa.

Benefits

• Eligible to participate in Hyperfine’s corporate bonus and equity plans

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As set forth in Hyperfine’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.