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At WHOOP, our mission is to unlock human performance and healthspan. We empower members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. The Performance Science team partners closely with Digital Health, WHOOP Labs, Product, Healthcare, and external collaborators to translate rigorous science into scalable, member-facing experiences. This role will support the execution, coordination, and operational success of performance and health outcome-focused research initiatives.
As a Clinical Research Associate, you will work closely with senior research and program leadership to manage research partnerships, ensure ethical and operational rigor, and streamline the execution of studies using digital tools and project management systems. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, collaborative, and excited to operate at the intersection of science, technology, and partnerships.
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Support the planning, execution, and tracking of performance science research initiatives, including both internal studies and external research collaborations.
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Manage day-to-day coordination with research partners, serving as a primary point of contact to ensure clear communication, alignment on timelines, and smooth execution.
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Assist in the intake, review, and coordination of research proposals, including helping assess feasibility, resourcing needs, and alignment with team priorities.
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Support ethical and regulatory processes related to human subjects research, including IRB coordination, consent documentation, data use agreements, and compliance with internal privacy and legal requirements.
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Help operationalize and support digital research tooling (e.g., Digital WHOOP Labs), working with partners and internal teams to make studies easier to launch, manage, and monitor.
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Track project progress using lightweight project management tools.
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Maintain clear documentation of study status, decisions, and outcomes to support transparency and knowledge sharing across the Performance Science team and other stakeholders.
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Contribute to continuous improvement of clinical research operations, including refining partner workflows, templates, and digital processes.
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2–5+ years of experience in clinical research or performance research operations, research program management, project management, or a related role within health, technology, or research-focused organizations.
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Working knowledge of human subjects research ethics and regulatory requirements (e.g., IRB processes, informed consent, data privacy); hands-on experience supporting IRB submissions or clinical studies is strongly preferred.
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Experience supporting or administering digital research tools or portals with study language, survey building, and analytics reporting/dashboard design
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Familiarity with project tracking, ownership, and basic project management software (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Monday, etc).
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Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple clinical studies and research initiatives in parallel.
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Interest in performance science, clinical research, and translating rigorous human-subjects research into real-world impact through technology.
This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office.
Interested in the role, but don’t meet every qualification? We encourage you to still apply! At WHOOP, we believe there is much more to a candidate than what is written on paper, and we value character as much as experience. As we continue to build a diverse and inclusive environment, we encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply.
WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify to determine employment eligibility
The WHOOP compensation philosophy is designed to attract, motivate, and retain exceptional talent by offering competitive base salaries, meaningful equity, and consistent pay practices that reflect our mission and core values.
At WHOOP, we view total compensation as the combination of base salary, equity, and benefits, with equity serving as a key differentiator that aligns our employees with the long-term success of the company and allows every member of our corporate team to own part of WHOOP and share in the company’s long-term growth and success.
The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $60,000 - $90,000. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within each range, individual pay is based on factors such as job-related skills, experience, performance, and relevant education or training.Â
In addition to the base salary, the successful candidate will also receive benefits and a generous equity package.
These ranges may be modified in the future to reflect evolving market conditions and organizational needs. While most offers will typically fall toward the starting point of the range, total compensation will depend on the candidate’s specific qualifications, expertise, and alignment with the role’s requirements.
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