Medical Research Assistant

Company Overview:

Function was founded with a singular focus: empower you to live 100 healthy years. We’re doing that by using the best available technology to make sure people don’t suffer or die a preventable death. Function has been recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2024 and is venture-backed by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z). 
Hundreds of thousands of members have joined Function to take control of their health. We are growing our team and seeking out world-class talent that deeply believes in our mission to positively impact global health and have a relentless bias toward action and a growth mindset. Function fosters a collaborative and dynamic environment where, every day, we are building the future.

Role:

We’re looking for a Medical Research Assistant to join our rapidly growing consumer health tech startup on the Clinical Content team. This role will support our marketing and content teams by identifying, analyzing, and translating scientific research that meets Function’s rigorous clinical standards. This role is ideal for someone with a background in health sciences or biomedical research who is deeply familiar with the principles of evidence-based medicine and skilled in distilling complex findings into usable formats for marketing assets.
We are eager to work with someone who has the ability to navigate peer-reviewed literature, apply critical thinking, and uphold scientific integrity when supporting the development of consumer-friendly content.
This role is best suited for those energized by fast-paced environments, excited to build in a high-growth setting, and deeply motivated by our mission at Function. If you’re looking for meaningful challenges, dynamic work, and the opportunity to make a real impact—we’d love to meet you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Literature review execution: Conduct in-depth literature reviews to locate high-quality evidence aligned with Function’s editorial and clinical standards, prioritizing:
  • Systematic reviews and meta-analyses
  • Large randomized controlled trials (RCTs)
  • Current clinical guidelines from major medical societies (e.g., AMA, NIH, AHA, ACOG)
  • Observational studies or narrative reviews, when higher-level evidence is unavailable
• Evidence assessment: Evaluate strength of evidence using established research hierarchies (e.g., GRADE, NIH study types).
• Cross-functional collaboration: Support copywriters, medical editors, and marketing leads with well-sourced summaries, citations, and scientific context to ensure clinical rigor across marketing assets (social media posts, podcast scripts, and more)
• Research organization: Annotate, organize, and maintain a structured research archive by biomarker, condition, or content type.
• Content validation: Fact-check claims in draft content to ensure consistency with primary literature and Function’s evolving standards of accuracy.
• Preclinical evidence evaluation: Ensure that animal, in vitro, and in vivo studies are critically evaluated for scientific validity and are ethically and accurately represented in all communications.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Educational foundation: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Biomedical Sciences, Public Health, Health Policy, or similar)
• Research environment experience: 3-5 years of experience in a health-related research environment (e.g., academic lab, research institute, clinical support role)
• AI tool familiarity: Comfortable with AI tools like Consensus and Perplexity
• Database navigation: Comfortable navigating PubMed, Cochrane, NIH databases, and similar tools
• Evidence-based medicine knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of evidence-based medicine, including how to differentiate levels and quality of evidence
• Study interpretation skills: Strong ability to interpret clinical studies and summarize complex findings accurately
• Organizational strength: Highly organized with a track record of documentation precision and information hygiene

Nice-to-Have Skills and Experiences:

• Experience supporting marketing, communications, or editorial teams within a healthcare or wellness company
• Familiarity with medical style guides and structured referencing systems (e.g., AMA, APA)
• Interest or background in functional or preventive medicine
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines (e.g., medical writers, creatives, clinicians)

To be a strong fit, you embody our Core Values:

• Ruthless Prioritization: 
  • We don’t let perfect get in the way of progress.
  • We move quickly to drive value, not perfection.
  • We prioritize what drives impact.
  • We never compromise on standards of excellence.

• Member-First, Always: 
  • We design and deliver like we’re caring for someone we love.
  • We create clear, actionable, human experiences.
  • We prioritize responsiveness, peace of mind, and outcomes.
  • We empower members with truth, clarity, and care.

• One Team, Moving Fast:
  • We are aligned in purpose, prioritization, and speed.
  • We gather diverse perspectives to make informed decisions.
  • We clear paths for each other and move fast together.
  • We communicate clearly and respectfully, rallying around shared goals.

• Radical Ownership, Relentless Execution:
  • We don’t just ship—we own outcomes and drive results.
  • We act with urgency and precision.
  • We anticipate, initiate, and follow through.
  • We meet challenges with grit and pragmatism.
  • We embrace new tech to deliver better outcomes.

• Mission Over Ego: 
  • We are ruthlessly aligned to our mission—and leave ego at the door.
  • We disagree and commit.
  • We don’t tolerate politics or withholding information.
  • We operate with honesty, transparency, and respect.

• Sustained Integrity in Every Detail:
  • We earn trust by obsessing over accuracy, quality, and clarity in everything we do.
  • We prioritize clinical precision—data must be right.
  • We sweat the details because outcomes depend on them.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

We value our team at Function and offer a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible working hours, and a dynamic work environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged. If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual who is passionate about using technology to improve people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.
Join the Function Health team and become a part of our mission to revolutionize healthcare. Work with us to make a difference in the lives of thousands, ensuring a healthier future for all. Discover more about us and how we’re changing the face of healthcare at Function Health.
At Function, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workforce. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, ancestry, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.