Senior Behavioral Scientist, Gov

About the role

Transform how the world’s leading companies invest in their people. At BetterUp, we’re building a new kind of partnership with our customers — one that doesn’t stop at platform adoption. We’re in the business of deep, lasting transformation. That’s where you come in.

Responsibilities

• Measurement & Value Architecture
• Measurement Strategy
• Success Metrics, KPIs, Leading Indicators
• Rigorously Quantify Financial and Organizational Impact
• Embed Impact Narratives in Deal Strategy
• Create Executive-Ready Materials
• Advanced Analytics & Insight Generation
• Data Analysis
• Identify Meaningful Patterns, Causal Signals, Outcome Drivers
• Validate Findings Against Scientific Standards
• Data Storytelling & Executive Communication
• Data Narratives
• Executive Insights
• Business Value Reviews
• Client Value Realization & Retention
• Ensure Value Realization
• Surfacing Risks to Value Realization
• Credible, Outcome-Focused Storytelling
• Scientific Integrity & Governance
• Scientific Rigor, Validity, Ethical Standards
• Internal Authority for Science Credibility
• Engagement Mindset

Requirements

• PhD with 7+ years of experience in behavioral science or a related field (e.g., business, organizational leadership).
• Domain Expertise in Behavioral Science AND HR (especially Talent Development or Talent Management, L&D, & OD).
• Facilitation and Presentation Skills, Experience Presenting to Large Audiences and Executives.
• Experience Researching and Understanding Businesses Including Business Strategy, Identifying Business Challenges, Applying Business Acumen.
• Strengths in Verbal and Written Communication, Building and Delivering Presentations, and Storytelling.
• Expertise and Comfort Working with Quantitative and Qualitative Data (Basic Statistics, Examining Patterns, Developing Recommendations Based on Data).
• Agility and Comfort with Ambiguity to Adapt and Adjust to the Market, the State of the Organization, and Quickly Shifting Priorities.
• Exceptional Communication Skills and Ability to Craft and Deliver a Narrative That Moves Hearts and Minds.
• Comfort with Ambiguity, Bias for Action, and Drive to Make Things Better, Not Just Get Them Done.
• Experience Operating Inside High-Growth SaaS, Human Transformation Platforms, or People Tech Companies.
• Experience Working with Federal Clients (e.g., Federal Consulting) or in Public Sector/Federal Agencies.
• A Mindset Rooted in Outcomes, Ownership, and Long-Term Impact.

Qualifications

• PhD with 7+ years of experience in behavioral science or a related field (e.g., business, organizational leadership).
• Domain Expertise in Behavioral Science AND HR (especially Talent Development or Talent Management, L&D, & OD).
• Facilitation and Presentation Skills, Experience Presenting to Large Audiences and Executives.
• Experience Researching and Understanding Businesses Including Business Strategy, Identifying Business Challenges, Applying Business Acumen.
• Strengths in Verbal and Written Communication, Building and Delivering Presentations, and Storytelling.
• Expertise and Comfort Working with Quantitative and Qualitative Data (Basic Statistics, Examining Patterns, Developing Recommendations Based on Data).
• Agility and Comfort with Ambiguity to Adapt and Adjust to the Market, the State of the Organization, and Quickly Shifting Priorities.
• Exceptional Communication Skills and Ability to Craft and Deliver a Narrative That Moves Hearts and Minds.
• Comfort with Ambiguity, Bias for Action, and Drive to Make Things Better, Not Just Get Them Done.
• Experience Operating Inside High-Growth SaaS, Human Transformation Platforms, or People Tech Companies.
• Experience Working with Federal Clients (e.g., Federal Consulting) or in Public Sector/Federal Agencies.
• A Mindset Rooted in Outcomes, Ownership, and Long-Term Impact.

Skills

• Measurement & Value Architecture
• Advanced Analytics & Insight Generation
• Data Storytelling & Executive Communication
• Client Value Realization & Retention
• Scientific Integrity & Governance

Benefits

• Access to BetterUp coaching; one for you and one for a friend or family member
• Competitive Compensation Plan with Opportunity for Advancement
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• All Federal/Statutory Holidays Observed
• 4 BetterUp Inner Workdays
• 5 Volunteer Days to Give Back
• Learning and Development Stipend
• Company-Wide Summer & Winter Breaks
• Year-Round Charitable Contribution on Behalf of BetterUp
• 401(k) Self-Contribution

Pay

The Base Salary Range For This Role Is $184,000 – $230,000: New York City and San Francisco $165,600 – $207,000: All other Hub Offices

Schedule

We are a hybrid company with a focus on in-person collaboration when necessary. Employees are expected to be available to work from one of our office hubs at least two days per week. Our hub locations include: Austin, TX; New York City, NY; Chicago, IL San Francisco, CA; and the Washington, DC metro area.