Dexcom
Sr Data Scientist, Behavioral & Qualitative Insights
Dexcom, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Sr Data Scientist, Behavioral & Qualitative Insights
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Sr Data Scientist, Behavioral & Qualitative Insights
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The Company Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. 25 years later, we have pioneered an industry and are just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.
Meet The Team Welcome to Dexcom’s Behavioral Science team — a multidisciplinary group applying behavioral science, qualitative research, and data‑driven insights to shape product strategy, clinical evidence, and patient‑centered innovation. Within Behavioral Science, the Qualitative Workstream focuses on understanding lived experience, decision‑making, motivation, and behavior change across people with diabetes and metabolic conditions. As a Senior Data Scientist, Human Behavior & Qualitative Insights, you will play a leadership role in designing and executing high‑impact qualitative and mixed‑methods research and translating those insights into clear, actionable guidance for Product, R&D, Clinical Affairs, Medical Affairs, and Marketing.
Where You Come In
Lead the design, execution, and interpretation of qualitative and mixed‑methods research to address complex behavioral, clinical, and product questions across Dexcom’s portfolio
Conduct qualitative research activities such as moderating focus groups, conducting interviews, and observing participant behavior, ensuring collection of rich data
Apply health behavior change models (e.g., COM‑B, Self‑Determination Theory, Social Cognitive Theory, Health Belief Model, habit formation frameworks) to guide study design, analysis, and interpretation
Analyze qualitative data using advanced approaches and integrate findings with quantitative and digital‑health data where appropriate
Translate qualitative findings into actionable insights and recommendations that inform product development, digital experiences, clinical evidence strategy, and patient engagement initiatives
Serve as a strategic thought partner to cross‑functional teams (Product, R&D, Clinical Affairs, Medical Affairs, Marketing), helping teams understand behavioral drivers, barriers, and opportunities
Prepare comprehensive research reports and presentations, effectively communicating findings, insights, and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Stay updated on industry trends, methodologies, and best practices in qualitative research, continuously refining skills, and approaches to deliver high‑quality insights
What Makes You Successful
Advanced academic training in behavioral science, psychology, public health, sociology or a related field, with strong grounding in qualitative and mixed‑methods research
Demonstrated experience applying health behavior change models to real‑world health, clinical, or digital‑health contexts
Significant hands‑on experience leading qualitative research programs from study design through analysis and stakeholder readout
Ability to synthesize complex qualitative findings and translate them into strategic insights that influence product, clinical, and business decisions
Strong communication and storytelling skills, with experience presenting to senior and cross‑functional audiences
Proficiency with relevant tools (e.g., NVivo, ATLAS.ti, Qualtrics, and statistical software to support mixed‑methods integration)
What You’ll Get
A front‑row seat to life‑changing CGM technology and the brave #dexcomwarriors community
A 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
Work for an exciting, innovative, industry‑leading organization committed to employees, customers, and communities
Travel Required
5‑15%
Experience And Education Requirements
Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline and a minimum of 5–8 years related experience, or Master’s degree and 2–5 years equivalent industry experience, or PhD and 2 years experience.
Remote Workplace Your location will be a home office; you are not required to live within commuting distance of your assigned Dexcom site (typically 75 miles/120km). If you reside within commuting distance of a Dexcom site (typically 75 miles/120km) a hybrid working environment may be available. Ask about our Flex workplace option.
An 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. Dexcom’s AAP may be viewed upon request by contacting Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Dexcom Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com.
Salary $116,600.00 – $194,400.00
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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Sr Data Scientist, Behavioral & Qualitative Insights
role at
Dexcom .
The Company Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. 25 years later, we have pioneered an industry and are just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.
Meet The Team Welcome to Dexcom’s Behavioral Science team — a multidisciplinary group applying behavioral science, qualitative research, and data‑driven insights to shape product strategy, clinical evidence, and patient‑centered innovation. Within Behavioral Science, the Qualitative Workstream focuses on understanding lived experience, decision‑making, motivation, and behavior change across people with diabetes and metabolic conditions. As a Senior Data Scientist, Human Behavior & Qualitative Insights, you will play a leadership role in designing and executing high‑impact qualitative and mixed‑methods research and translating those insights into clear, actionable guidance for Product, R&D, Clinical Affairs, Medical Affairs, and Marketing.
Where You Come In
Lead the design, execution, and interpretation of qualitative and mixed‑methods research to address complex behavioral, clinical, and product questions across Dexcom’s portfolio
Conduct qualitative research activities such as moderating focus groups, conducting interviews, and observing participant behavior, ensuring collection of rich data
Apply health behavior change models (e.g., COM‑B, Self‑Determination Theory, Social Cognitive Theory, Health Belief Model, habit formation frameworks) to guide study design, analysis, and interpretation
Analyze qualitative data using advanced approaches and integrate findings with quantitative and digital‑health data where appropriate
Translate qualitative findings into actionable insights and recommendations that inform product development, digital experiences, clinical evidence strategy, and patient engagement initiatives
Serve as a strategic thought partner to cross‑functional teams (Product, R&D, Clinical Affairs, Medical Affairs, Marketing), helping teams understand behavioral drivers, barriers, and opportunities
Prepare comprehensive research reports and presentations, effectively communicating findings, insights, and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Stay updated on industry trends, methodologies, and best practices in qualitative research, continuously refining skills, and approaches to deliver high‑quality insights
What Makes You Successful
Advanced academic training in behavioral science, psychology, public health, sociology or a related field, with strong grounding in qualitative and mixed‑methods research
Demonstrated experience applying health behavior change models to real‑world health, clinical, or digital‑health contexts
Significant hands‑on experience leading qualitative research programs from study design through analysis and stakeholder readout
Ability to synthesize complex qualitative findings and translate them into strategic insights that influence product, clinical, and business decisions
Strong communication and storytelling skills, with experience presenting to senior and cross‑functional audiences
Proficiency with relevant tools (e.g., NVivo, ATLAS.ti, Qualtrics, and statistical software to support mixed‑methods integration)
What You’ll Get
A front‑row seat to life‑changing CGM technology and the brave #dexcomwarriors community
A 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
Work for an exciting, innovative, industry‑leading organization committed to employees, customers, and communities
Travel Required
5‑15%
Experience And Education Requirements
Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline and a minimum of 5–8 years related experience, or Master’s degree and 2–5 years equivalent industry experience, or PhD and 2 years experience.
Remote Workplace Your location will be a home office; you are not required to live within commuting distance of your assigned Dexcom site (typically 75 miles/120km). If you reside within commuting distance of a Dexcom site (typically 75 miles/120km) a hybrid working environment may be available. Ask about our Flex workplace option.
An 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. Dexcom’s AAP may be viewed upon request by contacting Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Dexcom Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com.
Salary $116,600.00 – $194,400.00
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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