Clinical Scientist

Hyperfine | AI-Powered Portable MRI; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Corporate bonus plans

Equity plans

Job summary

Hyperfine, Inc. is seeking a Clinical Scientist to support the Clinical Affairs team. You will design and execute clinical studies, collaborate with imaging, regulatory, marketing and external research sites, and translate data into publications and business strategy.

The role covers imaging workflows across hospital, office‑based, and international settings. You will contribute to study design, endpoints, and data strategies, manage RSAs, and ensure timely study progress while supporting

Qualifications

• Knowledge of clinical research processes and study design.
• 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.
• Adaptability in a fast paced, evolving clinical and technical environment.

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.

Job description

About Us

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

Location: Palo Alto, CA

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 Skills

• 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 and 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 required
• Hands‑on experience with image processing, analysis tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, or similar) preferred
• Experience contributing to clinical studies and publications preferred

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

This position is also eligible to participate in Hyperfine’s corporate bonus and equity plans.