Research Associate

Join the Sleep Fitness MovementAt Eight Sleep, we’re on a mission to fuel human potential through optimal sleep. As the world’s first sleep fitness company, we’re redefining what it means to be well-rested and building the most advanced hardware, software, and AI technology to make it possible. Our products power peak mental, physical, and emotional performance by transforming every night of sleep into a personalized, data-driven recovery experience.We are trusted by high performers, professional athletes, and health-conscious consumers in over 30 countries worldwide. Recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in 2019, 2022, and 2023, and twice named to TIME's “Best Inventions of the Year.” We operate like a high-performance team: fast, focused, and motivated by impact. We don’t just ship; we iterate, refine, and obsess over the details that help our members sleep better and wake up stronger.Every role at Eight Sleep is a chance to create cutting-edge technology, collaborate with world-class talent, and help shape a future where sleep isn’t passive - it’s a powerful tool for living better. If you’re tired of the ordinary and driven to build at the edge of what’s possible, this is your moment. Join us and lead the movement that’s transforming how the world sleeps and what we’re all capable of when we wake up.High Standards. No ApologiesWe operate with intensity because our mission demands it. At Eight Sleep, we bring the same mindset as the world’s top performers: focused, relentless, and always pushing to be in the top 1% of our craft. Think Kobe Bryant’s mamba mentality, applied to bold ideas, next-gen tech, and flawless execution. This isn’t a 9-to-5. We’re a team that puts in the extra effort, not because it’s required, but because we care about the impact of our work. We’re here to build fast, push limits, and deliver without compromise. If you thrive under pressure and want to do the most meaningful work of your career, you’ll feel right at home. If you’re looking for something easier – this isn’t it.The roleThat is why Eight Sleep is looking for a hands-on, highly-organized and detail-oriented Research Associate to manage research studies for the company, including studies related to internal product validation, new prototype testing, new feature development, and large-scale, external validation studies. You will be responsible for hands-on data collection, preparing the operational aspects of the study, and communicating frequently with subjects to ensure that studies are completed efficiently with the highest quality, while also following human research practices. This role will report to the Senior Director of Science & Clinical Research at Eight Sleep, on the Research & Development team.This position has high potential for growth to learn experimental design, writing of white papers and peer-reviewed papers, sensor engineering, and coding/data analysis.How you'll contributeSubject recruitment, screening, & scheduling: you will be required to recruit subjects for internal studies & build out Eight Sleep’s beta tester group & lab tester databases for improved efficiencies & workflows. Data collection & trial management:Manage the day-to-day operation of research studies, from IRB submissions, recruitment, scheduling, reminder emails and calls, equipment ordering, etc.This job will involve large amounts of data collection; you may be asked to spend 80-90% of your time collecting data to meet product decision deadlines.During sleep studies, this role will be responsible for study setup and email/phone responses between 6-9 PM on weeknights and monitoring data over weekends.Data management:Maintain accurate study records and regulatory documentation in accordance with IRB and HIPAA guidelines.Perform quality assurance of all collected data to ensure completeness and accuracy of information; follow up with subjects to resolve problems, address queries or clarify data collected.What you need to succeed1+ ... (truncated, view full listing at source)