The Role
As Head of Scientific Integrity & Evidence, you will oversee the scientific foundation behind Nierika’s programs and communications. This role is responsible for ensuring that all services and communications are grounded in rigorous, evidence-based approaches while remaining accessible and meaningful to diverse audiences. You will serve as a key interface between biomedical research, scientific communication, and experiential wellness, contributing to the design, evaluation, and continuous improvement of our services.
A core part of your role will be creating high-quality scientific content for public audiences, including social media, and collaborating with clinics and research institutions to explore and support research initiatives related to the role of mescaline and traditional medicine in human health, always within ethical and legal frameworks.
What You’ll Do
- Lead scientific validation, fact-checking, and content review across all programs and communications
- Develop and produce clear, engaging, and evidence-based scientific content, including social media and educational materials
- Translate complex biomedical concepts into accessible language for diverse audiences
- Support and review wellness protocols, including breathwork, burnout prevention, and retreat-based experiences
- Collaborate with clinics, researchers, and partner institutions on scientific and translational initiatives
- Contribute to the development of research directions exploring the role of mescaline in human health, including our research entity in Mexico
Ideal Requirements
- PhD in a relevant field (e.g., Cell & Molecular Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Neuroscience, Medicine, or related discipline)
- Strong background in translational or experimental biomedical research
- Proven ability to communicate complex ideas clearly (writing + speaking)
- Demonstrated experience in scientific writing, research evaluation, and critical analysis
- Experience working in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments (e.g., research teams, cross-functional projects)
- Experience engaging with communities, stakeholders, or real-world impact projects (e.g., public health, program management, outreach)
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Interest in holistic health, wellness, and human transformation
Nice to Have
- Experience with translational research or clinical contexts
- Background in public health, community-based work, or social impact initiatives
- Familiarity with psychedelic science, mental health, or integrative medicine
- Experience working across multidisciplinary or cross-cultural environments
- Background in science communication, publishing, or teaching
Details
- Remote (with potential involvement in retreats if desired)
- Part-time 40%
- 1-year contract
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.