Health Director of Translational Research

At Voloridge Health we aim to revolutionize healthcare by developing tools and algorithms to advance the implementation of preventative health. These tools aim to accurately quantify disease risk and provide personalized interventions based on these predictions. Our mission is to harness the power of cutting-edge research to create innovative solutions that empower individuals to take control of their health and well-being. 

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Director of Translational Research to lead our efforts in bridging the gap between data science research and its application in consumer and provider-focused digital health tools. This role involves translating research findings into actionable insights for product development, ensuring that our innovative health solutions are grounded in the latest scientific discoveries.

Summary of Job Functions

• Lead the translational research team to connect basic and applied research, translating data science driven discoveries into applications that can directly benefit consumers
• Lead research and testing of new technologies and scientific hypotheses and present findings to internal stakeholders. Contribute to the development of new products and services
• Direct projects in the performance lab and digital lab, evaluating new devices and metrics to ensure they align with our mission of mitigating disease risk through lifestyle changes  
• Evaluate the logistics, feasibility, and practicality of applying research findings in real-world settings, including in digital health tools
• Proactively establish and foster collaborations with external partners, vendors, contract research organizations and internal stakeholders to enhance research outcomes and generate/acquire large-scale datasets, driving the development of impactful digital health solutions
• Collaborate closely with basic research and product development teams to develop novel products ensuring their relevance and usability
• Contribute to the development of scientific summaries explaining state of the art and our own research findings, tailored to various audiences (both internal and external)

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to work onsite in our Jupiter, Florida office (not a remote role)
• PhD / Master’s or alternative in a relevant scientific field (e.g., Translational Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, Exercise Physiology, Clinical Research, or related fields)
• 10 years of demonstrated experience in translational research.  Proven track record of leadership in research settings, with experience managing collaborative projects that span basic and applied research domains
• Authorship on relevant scientific publications

Preferred Skills and Previous Experience

• Demonstrated experience designing, directing and conducting human research studies. Experience with drafting study protocols, working with IRBs, knowledge of regulatory requirements and Good Clinical Practice
• Demonstrated experience in managing a diverse team and interacting with multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Exceptional communication skills to effectively convey complex research findings to various stakeholders
• Ability to critically assess the status quo and drive innovative solutions addressing unmet needs/problems
• Demonstrated ability to lead with transparency and maintain alignment with company leadership
• Broad understanding of the practical aspects of research implementation, including logistics and feasibility studies
• Knowledge of clinical biomarkers, their utility in prognostics and diagnostics, and their clinical and molecular relevance

Compensation and Benefits

• A dynamic and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development
• The chance to make a significant impact on consumer health and product development through innovative research
• Highly competitive base salary
• Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
• 401k

• Credit and Identity Monitoring Service

Additional Information

Voloridge Health, LLC is a subsidiary of Voloridge Holdings, LP, a privately held data-science-based company located in Jupiter, Florida. Voloridge Health, LLC aspires to provide a deeper understanding of individuals’ health along with tools and information to help optimize health outcomes.   

Founded with the same data science background that has propelled its sister company, Voloridge Investment Management, LLC as an award-winning quantitative hedge fund, Voloridge Health, LLC is dedicated to developing a wholehearted data-science-driven approach to assessing, tracking, and improving healthspan. To learn more, click the link here.