Lead People Scientist

Join us at Workvivo, where we are dedicated to enhancing the employee experience! We aim to empower employees by giving them a voice, strengthening their connection and culture, and fostering a more human-centered approach to communication. In our expanding Employee Insights offering, we're seeking a Lead People Scientist to help our clients delve deeper than survey scores—discovering the true narratives behind employee engagement, culture, and performance. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead Workvivo's research strategy and scientific vision, collaborating across teams to enhance methodologies, and translating complex research into actionable insights. You will also represent Workvivo's scientific perspective through thought leadership and industry engagement. About Our Team: As part of the Zoom family, Workvivo blends the agility of a startup with the extensive support of a leading global technology company. This is an extraordinary chance to influence the future of employee listening for some of the world's most respected organizations. Your Responsibilities Include: Collaborating across product, data science, marketing, sales, and customer success teams to improve our core product offerings, survey methodologies, benchmarks, and insights reporting. Developing and refining scalable frameworks and methodologies for impactful listening initiatives, including drivers of engagement and ROI modeling. Mentoring team members and serving as a subject matter expert in people analytics and organizational psychology. Leading the organization’s research strategy, defining how evidence and insights shape our brand, products, and customer interactions. Executing a forward-thinking research agenda that enhances our understanding of workforce dynamics. Translating complex scientific concepts into clear, relatable content for a range of audiences, from CHROs to internal teams. Creating science-backed messaging, user enablement materials, and comprehensive survey and measurement frameworks. Acting as a prominent ambassador for our scientific approach by presenting at webinars, advising strategic clients, and engaging with industry analysts and the broader people analytics community. What We’re Looking For: A Master’s or PhD in Organizational Psychology, Behavioral Science, HR Analytics, or a related field, or equivalent experience. Over 10 years of experience in organizational psychology, people analytics, employee engagement, or a related domain. Experience in consulting, client-facing, or advisory roles, preferably within a SaaS or HR Tech environment. Familiarity with employee survey platforms such as Glint, Qualtrics, Culture Amp, or Medallia. Proficiency in statistical techniques like regression and factor analysis, and proficiency in software such as SPSS, R, Python, or Excel. Expertise in employee engagement, organizational behavior, and survey methodologies. Strong analytical capabilities to interpret complex data and convey insights clearly to non-technical audiences. Salary Range or On Target Earnings: Minimum: $126,500 Maximum: $276,700 At Zoom, our Total Direct Compensation philosophy reflects base salary, bonuses, and equity values. Note that starting compensation is based on various factors and varies by location. Application Timeline: We allow a minimum of five days for applicants to submit their applications. Please note the anticipated closing date for this position is 03/02/26. Ways of Working: Our structured hybrid model emphasizes a blend of office and remote work environments. The specific working style for each role is indicated in the job description. Benefits: Our award-winning workplace culture promotes employee wellness through a diverse range of benefits and options. We support physical, mental, emotional, and financial health while encouraging work-life balance and meaningful community contributions. About Zoom: At Zoom, we help people stay connected to accomplish more together. We strive to build the best collaboration platform for enterprises, enabling better communication through our wide array of products, including Zoom Contact Center, Zoom Phone, and more. We encourage a fast-paced, solutions-oriented approach, fostering professional growth in a collaborative environment. Our Commitment: At Zoom, we believe that great work thrives in a supportive and empowering environment. We are dedicated to fair hiring practices that evaluate candidates solely on their skills, experience, and potential. Should you require accommodations during the hiring process, please inform us—we are here to assist you throughout. We celebrate the unique contributions of all Zoom employees, ensuring that our products and culture include diverse perspectives and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Zoom is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

Created: 2026-03-10