Director, Clinical Research

The Opportunity

Join the team that proves the value of our care. You will lead the engine that powers our commercial success by demonstrating the clinical and financial impact of Hinge Health’s programs. As we scale to serve millions of members, we need a strategic leader to not only oversee our research portfolio but to transform how we measure and communicate ROI to health plans and employers. You will bridge the gap between rigorous clinical science and commercial strategy, ensuring our data tells a compelling, evidence-based story that drives adoption and retention.

What You'll Accomplish

• In your first 3 months: You will audit our current portfolio of research projects and ROI methodologies. You will build high-trust relationships with key cross-functional partners in Commercial, Product, and Engineering to understand their data needs and pain points.
• In your first 6 months: You will implement new strategies to scale the efficiency of our ROI analyses, moving us away from manual, one-off studies toward more scalable solutions. You will take ownership of the research roadmap, ensuring all active projects are aligned with broader company OKRs.
• In your first year: You will act as the primary strategic voice for Clinical Research, balancing the need for scientific rigor with commercial agility. You will have successfully led your team to publish and disseminate key findings that directly support our sales and contracting processes, positioning Hinge Health as the undisputed leader in MSK outcomes.
  
  

Who You Are

• A "Learn-it-all": You constantly seek new methodologies to measure impact. You don't just rely on the way things have always been done; you look for efficient, creative paths to demonstrate value in a complex healthcare data environment.
• A Commercial Translator: You speak two languages fluently: rigorous clinical research and business strategy. You can explain complex regression analyses to an actuary and then pivot to explaining the "so what" to a sales leader or a prospective client.
• A Strategic Operator: You thrive in ambiguity and can manage a diverse portfolio of high-stakes projects. You know how to allocate resources effectively, prioritizing work that drives the biggest impact for the business.
• A Talent Developer: You lead with empathy and high standards ("Lead at all levels"), providing your team with the guidance they need to grow while empowering them to own their results.
  
  

Basic Requirements

• 10 years of experience in clinical research, health economics, or outcomes research, with a proven track record of managing complex research portfolios.
• Leadership experience: 4 years of experience managing high-performing teams, including hiring, performance management, and career development (aligned with M5 Director expectations).
• Commercial fluency: Demonstrated experience partnering with commercial/sales teams to support client acquisition or retention through data and research.
• Methodological expertise: Deep understanding of study design, ROI analysis, and health economic modeling, specifically within the healthcare or digital health space.
  
  

Preferred Requirements

• Advanced degree (PhD, MD, MPH, or equivalent) in epidemiology, health services research, or a related field.
• Experience specifically with MSK (musculoskeletal) or pain medicine research.
• Experience working with health plans or large self-insured employers.
• Background in a high-growth technology or digital health environment.
  
  

About Hinge Health

At Hinge Health, we’re using technology to scale and automate the delivery of healthcare – starting with musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions, which affect over 1.7 billion people worldwide. With an AI-powered human-centered care model, Hinge Health leverages cutting-edge technology to improve outcomes, experiences and costs to help people move beyond their pain. The platform addresses a broad spectrum of MSK care – from acute injury, to chronic pain, to post-surgical rehabilitation – through personalized, evidence-based care.

As the preferred partner to 50 health plans, PBMs and other ecosystem partners, Hinge Health is available to over 20 million people across more than 2,550 employers. The company is headquartered in San Francisco with additional offices in Montreal and Bangalore. Learn more at http://www.hingehealth.com

What You'll Love About Us

• Inclusive healthcare and benefits: On top of comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, we offer employees and their family members help with gender-affirming care, tools for family and fertility planning, and travel reimbursements if healthcare isn’t available where you live.
• Planning for the future: Start saving for the future with our traditional or Roth 401k retirement plan options which include a 2% company match.
• Modern life stipends: Manage your own learning and development
  
  

Culture & Engagement

Hinge Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We make employment decisions without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. We provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you feel you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, let us know by reaching out to your recruiter.

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Compensation Range: $252K - $378K