Behavioral Data Scientist, Evidence Translation
San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92189, USA
Listed on 2026-07-04
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Research/Development
Research Analyst, Data Scientist
Dexcom is a global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology.
We are seeking a PhD-level Data Scientist with deep behavioral science expertise to join the Behavioral Science team. This role will sit at the intersection of behavioral research, evidence synthesis, data analytics, and cross‑functional business strategy.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and support rapid evidence reviews to answer high‑priority business questions.
- Synthesize published literature, real‑world evidence, internal research findings, and behavioral science frameworks into clear, business‑relevant insights.
- Translate complex behavioral, psychosocial, and clinical evidence into practical recommendations for cross‑functional stakeholders.
- Identify evidence gaps and recommend opportunities for future research, analysis, or claims development.
- Work closely with Behavioral Science data teams to translate behavioral insights into measurable data strategies.
- Support the development of behavioral metrics, taxonomies, and analytic frameworks that characterize user engagement, behavior change, product experience, and psychosocial outcomes.
- Contribute to dashboards, insight repositories, and internal tools that make behavioral evidence more accessible and actionable.
- Support the generation of evidence‑based claims related to behavioral outcomes, psychosocial value, user engagement, self‑management, confidence, satisfaction, and behavior change.
- PhD in behavioral science, psychology, public health, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 8–12 years of experience in a technical discipline with a minimum of 8–12 years of related experience or Master’s degree and 5–7 years of equivalent industry experience or a PhD and 2–4 years of experience.
- Experience conducting literature reviews, rapid evidence reviews, systematic or targeted evidence syntheses, or evidence‑based strategy work.
- Strong understanding of behavioral science theories, behavior change frameworks, psychosocial outcomes, and patient/user experience research.
- Experience working with quantitative and/or mixed‑methods data, including survey data, patient‑reported outcomes, real‑world data, product engagement data, or behavioral analytics.
- Ability to translate scientific evidence into actionable recommendations for business, product, clinical, or commercial stakeholders.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience developing presentations, reports, or executive‑facing summaries.
- Front‑row seat to life‑changing CGM technology.
- Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.
- Full and comprehensive benefits program.
- Growth opportunities on a global scale.
- Access to career development through in‑house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
- Exciting and innovative, industry‑leading organization committed to employees, customers, and the communities we serve.
- Salary: $ – $.
Travel Required:
5–15%.
Flex Workplace:
Remote home office with occasional office visits as needed; must live within 75 miles of the assigned Dexcom site.
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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