Epidemiologist & Scientific Writer

About Lumen:

Lumen is a leading health tech startup and creator of the Lumen Metabolic Coach, an innovative, science-backed portable device and app combination that measures metabolic health through a single breath. Each breath into a Lumen device creates millions of data points that help users understand their bodies. The app provides insights into how lifestyle choices impact metabolic health, alongside tailored guidance to optimize nutrition, workout regimens, and overall health for each unique body.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented individual to join our scientific team as an Epidemiologist & Scientific Writer. This multifaceted role combines the expertise of an epidemiologist with the communication skills of a medical writer. You will play a crucial role in translating scientific data into peer-reviewed papers and accessible insights in metabolic health.

Responsibilities:

• Write research protocols related to metabolic health.
• Execute robust analytical strategies using Lumen's unique datasets.
• Conduct epidemiological studies, including data collection, data cleansing, analysis, and interpretation.
• Utilize statistical software and methodologies to analyze complex datasets
• Generate reports and identify key findings and insights from research data.
• Translate complex findings into clear, concise, and engaging content for diverse audiences.
• Develop materials for various formats, including layman articles, scientific publications, and educational materials.
• Collaborate with researchers, editors, and other stakeholders to ensure content quality and effectiveness.
  
  

• PhD or Master's degree in Epidemiology, Statistics or a related field.
• Experience with epidemiology research methods, including cross-sectional studies, retrospective cohort and case-control study design, RCTs, confounding control, and longitudinal methods.
• Minimum three years of experience in conducting and analyzing scientific research.
• Strong understanding of statistical methods and software (e.g., R, Python, STATA, SAS).
• Excellent writing and editing skills with the ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences.
• Experience in scientific and medical writing, including peer-reviewed publications
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.