Contract Field Occupational Scientist (North America)

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>About Synchron</strong><strong> </strong></p> <p><span data-teams="true">Synchron’s vision is to build non-surgical brain–computer interfaces at global scale that protect the fundamental human rights of freedom of expression and autonomy. Our first mission is to develop motor decoders that restore the ability of 15 million people with paralysis to interact with the digital world. Our second mission is to develop whole-brain cognitive decoders that enable hundreds of millions of people with cognitive decline to preserve and expand their agency as cognition changes over time. In pursuing these goals, we aim not only to help humans flourish, but also to drive fundamental discoveries in human intelligence. Our team operates at the intersection of healthcare and technology, translating breakthrough research into real-world, safety-critical systems.</span></p> <p><span class="TextRun SCXW144561402 BCX4" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW144561402 BCX4">Join us in shaping a more connected and accessible future. </span></span></p></div><p><strong>Location:</strong> <span class="NormalTextRun SCXW211339395 BCX0">Field-based</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW211339395 BCX0"> – Toronto, Canada, NYC, NY; Dallas, TX; Buffalo, NY; (The role does not require all, but seeking qualified individuals open to these locations).</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About the Role</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> : </span><em><span data-contrast="auto">Clinical trial, patient-facing neurotechnology field CONTRACT role. </span></em></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">You’ll work directly with patients, caregivers, and clinical sites—primarily in-home sessions—while acting as a critical link between clinical trial execution, device performance, and data quality. Your work will help shape patient experience, and the datasets that power product development and future clinical insight.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">If you’re energized by autonomy, emerging technology, and meaningful human impact, this role is for you.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">At Synchron, we’re focused on human-centered neurotechnology, delivered in real life.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Role</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">The Contract Field Occupational Therapist will apply both clinical and academic expertise to ensure operational and scientific excellence of Synchron clinical trial research studies. The successful applicant(s) will ensure integrity and rigor in the execution of clinical trial data collection and collaborate effectively both with Synchron’s internal teams and valued study partners. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Responsibilities</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Support the execution of clinical trials, including data collection in the participant’s home environment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Support the review, analysis, and interpretation of clinical trial data. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Support the development of clinical study data collection best practices.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Apply </span><span data-contrast="auto">subject matter expertise to support </span><span data-contrast="auto">the preparation of clinical trial related documents.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Disseminate up-to-date </span><span data-contrast="auto">subject matter </span><span data-contrast="auto">knowledge to the company. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Work effectively with Synchron’s internal teams and external partners, including study sites. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Skills & Experience</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Required </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Hold an occupational therapy degree (e.g., OTR/L, OTD). Other qualifications including (e.g., CCC-SLP, ATP) will be considered on a case-by-case basis. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Prior experience working with clients with severe motor impairment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with/knowledge of current outcome measures used in occupational therapy clinical practice.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with/knowledge of assistive technologies used by individuals with severe motor impairments. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience in clinical research with human subjects. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Expertise in good clinical practice. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience working in cross-functional teams. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Exceptional organization skills.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Highest level of academic integrity.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Desired</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="11" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience working on clinical trials of medical devices, particularly in the field of neurotechnology. </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="11" data-aria-level="1">Up-to-date understanding of brain-computer interface (BCI) research and needs for clinical translation of BCI. </li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="11" data-aria-level="1">Demonstrable academic output, including publications in internationally respected scientific and/or medical journals. <span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Location</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">This is a field-based role servicing study sites and participant homes across North America. The successful applicant will work remotely in the field. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Synchron is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Travel Requirement</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":120,"335559739":120,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">This is a field-based role with potential for ≥80% travel.</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What Sets You Up for Success</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Patient-first mindset grounded in empathy, respect, and professionalism</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Strong communication and interpersonal skills—you translate complexity into clarity</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">High attention to detail and comfort working in regulated clinical environments</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Practical problem-solver who can think on their feet in the field</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Organized, reliable, and disciplined in documentation and protocol adherence</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Comfortable using laptops, mobile devices (iOS/Android), and standard productivity tools</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Curious, adaptable, and excited to grow alongside evolving technology</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Experience in rehabilitation, clinical support, patient training and medical devices<span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Why Join Synchron</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Work directly with breakthrough neurotechnology in real patient environments</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Be a core contributor to how patient session data becomes insight, evidence, and impact</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Operate with autonomy while being deeply supported by cross-functional teams</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Help define the future of BCI-enabled care, research, and applications</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="5" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and caregivers</li> </ul> <p><strong>Compensation</strong> </p> <p>The salary range for this role is <strong>USD $50.00 – USD $100.00 per hour</strong> depending on experience, skills, and qualifications. Please note this is a contract role and not eligible for benefits. </p> <p><strong>Visa Sponsorship </strong></p> <p data-start="216" data-end="325">We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position at this time.</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Benefits (for W-2, full-time, exempt employees<span data-ccp-props="{}"> in the US only)</span></span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Subsidized medical and dental insurance coverage for you and your dependent(s) </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">401k</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Discretionary unlimited PTO</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Flexible Spending Account for you and your dependent(s), with eligible plan elections</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Commuter benefits for NY employees</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"><span class="TextRun SCXW178688179 BCX4" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW178688179 BCX4">E</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW178688179 BCX4">qual Employment Opportunity (EEO)</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW178688179 BCX4" data-ccp-props="{}"> </span> </span></strong></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Synchron is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Join Us</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">At Synchron, you will be part of a transformative mission and you will work alongside driven people who believe in the power of collaboration and innovation to make a lasting impact. If you are excited to stretch your skills and contribute to something meaningful, apply and now and build the future with us.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p></div>