Human-Subjects Research Scientist (PhD) – User Sciences

Exponent; Natick (MA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent is seeking a Human Subjects Research Scientist (Ph.D.) based in Natick, MA, to lead data collection, engineering, and analysis for large-scale studies in digital health and consumer electronics. You will work within the User Sciences practice to design studies, ensure data integrity, and manage complex data flows with regulatory requirements.

Join a multidisciplinary team, develop backend tools, and collaborate with clients to deliver rigorous insights while contributing to a culture of

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Human-Computer Interaction, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Data Science, Computer Science, or related field.
• Based in or willing to relocate to the Boston area.
• Experience leading complex human-subjects research or large data-collection efforts.
• Strong data management practices and audit logging awareness.
• Ability to learn new skills quickly and translate questions into rigorous approaches.

Responsibilities

• Lead human-subjects data-collection programs including study design and quality control.
• Troubleshoot prototype hardware and research software in real-world environments.
• Write backend code to manage data flows with regulatory considerations (e.g., Part 11, HIPAA).
• Develop and maintain tools for tracking, automation, visualization, and data quality control.
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Data management

Regulatory awareness

Communication

Learning agility

Problem solving

Education

Ph.D. in relevant field

Tools

Python

JavaScript

MATLAB

R

AI-assisted coding tools

Job description

Exponent is seeking a Human Subjects Research Scientist (Ph.D.) based in Natick, MA, to lead data collection, engineering, and analysis for large-scale studies in digital health and consumer electronics. You will work within the User Sciences practice to design studies, ensure data integrity, and manage complex data flows with regulatory requirements.

Join a multidisciplinary team, develop backend tools, and collaborate with clients to deliver rigorous insights while contributing to a culture of