Clinical Scientist

About the role

Job Title: Clinical Scientist
Location: Palo Alto, CA

Responsibilities

• Support the design and execution of clinical studies aligned with Hyperfine strategic priorities
• Aid 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
• 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
• Engage 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

Requirements

• 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

Qualifications

• 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 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