Research Project Manager

併牡; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Research Project Manager to lead human research studies that will drive the development of next-generation sensors. In this hybrid role, you will collaborate closely with hardware engineers and scientists to design and execute studies, ensuring high-quality data collection and documentation. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of technology and health, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in wearable devices. If you're passionate about research and thrive in dynamic environments, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

20 days of paid time off

13 paid holidays

Employee discounts

Paid sick leave

Parental leave

Mental health resources

An Oura Ring for employees

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience running human research studies with strong documentation.
• Experience with SQL, R, Python, or similar programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Lead 2-5 concurrent studies managing protocol development and data collection.
• Coordinate testing schedules and troubleshoot technical issues.

Skills

Human Research Studies

SQL

R

Python

Data Integrity

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Data Collection Tools

Job description

At Oura, our mission is to empower every person to own their inner potential. With our award-winning Oura Ring and app, we help over 2.5 million people turn insights about sleep, activity, and readiness into healthier, more balanced lives. We believe that starts from within — by creating a culture where our team feels supported, included, and inspired to do their best work. Our values guide how we show up for each other and our community every day.

We’re looking for a Research Project Manager to join our Research Operations team in San Diego, with a dedicated focus on hardware research programs. In this role, you’ll lead the execution of human research studies that power Oura’s next-generation sensor development and scientific innovation. You’ll own the end-to-end process—from protocol design through data delivery—working side by side with our hardware engineers, scientists, and external partners.

What you will do:

• Lead 2–5 concurrent studies, managing protocol development, data collection, quality control, vendor logistics, and regulatory workflows.
• Partner with hardware and science teams to design studies that validate sensors and expand sensing capabilities.
• Coordinate testing schedules, hands-on data collection, and site visits using Oura and reference devices.
• Build and refine documentation to streamline cross-functional workflows and improve study reproducibility.
• Troubleshoot technical issues across firmware, software, and study operations.
• Communicate proactively with internal teams and external collaborators to ensure timelines and data quality goals are met.
• Drive continuous improvement in tools, processes, and documentation to raise the bar on research execution.

This is a hybrid role based out of our San Diego office.

We would love to have you on our team if you:

• Have 1+ year of hands-on experience running human research studies (IRB, consent, data integrity, etc.)
• Have delivered high-quality datasets with clear documentation and a strong grasp of research best practices (GCP or equivalent)
• Have experience with SQL, R, Python, or another programming language
• Thrive in cross-functional environments—especially at the intersection of hardware, software, and science
• Are comfortable with ambiguity, fast-paced iteration, and hands-on problem-solving

• Are flexible with scheduling (e.g. site visits and calls with the teams in Finland may occasionally fall outside normal business hours)

• Are based in San Diego and available for regular on-site data collection and collaboration at least three days per week

We also appreciate if you have familiarity with the following:

• Regulated clinical trials
• Wearable devices or remote patient monitoring
• Multi-modal and sensor data

At Oura, we care about you and your well-being. Everyone here at Oura has a ring of their own and we are continually looking to improve employee health.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and equity packages
• Health, dental, vision insurance, and mental health resources
• An Oura Ring of your own plus employee discounts for friends & family
• 20 days of paid time off plus 13 paid holidays plus 8 days of flexible wellness time off
• Paid sick leave and parental leave

Oura takes a market-based approach to pay, which may vary depending on your location. US locations are categorized into tiers based on a cost of labor index for that geographic area. While most offers will be closer to the starting range, successful candidates' pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, internal peer equity, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.

• San Diego area $80,000- $100,000

We are not considering candidates residing in the following states: Alaska (AK), Arkansas (AR), Delaware (DE), Iowa (IA), Mississippi (MS), Missouri (MO), Nebraska (NE), Rhode Island (RI), South Dakota (SD), Vermont (VT), West Virginia (WV), and Wisconsin (WI)

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We will work to ensure individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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