The Role
As the Head of Scientific Integrity & Evidence, you will oversee the scientific foundation underpinning Nierika’s programs and communications. This role is vital in ensuring that all services and communications are rooted 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, actively contributing to the design, evaluation, and continuous improvement of our services.
A central aspect of your position will involve creating high-quality scientific content tailored for public audiences—this includes 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 adhering to 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 (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, always within ethical and legal parameters.
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 (both in writing and 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 at 40%.
- 1-year contract.
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.