Temp Clinical Product Lead

About the Role

The Temp Clinical Product Lead position is a remote, US-based role expected to last approximately 6 months, with a standard full-time schedule of 40 hours per week. This role is pivotal in ensuring that clinical requirements are translated into product strategy, requirements, and execution plans, and that feedback loops between frontline care teams and product teams are maintained.

Headspace is committed to delivering the best possible outcomes for its users, and this role is central to achieving that goal. By working directly with product teams, you will ensure that clinical standards, guardrails, and scope are driven by evidence and best practices, and that cross-functional decision-making processes prioritize clinical appropriateness and safety.

What You Will Do

• Work directly with product teams to translate clinical requirements into product strategy, requirements, and execution plans.
• Ensure clinical integrity, safety, and evidence alignment in product design and decision-making.
• Provide structured input into PRDs, experimentation design, and go-to-market considerations.
• Identify clinical risks and mitigation strategies early in the product lifecycle.
• Serve as the connective tissue between Product, Care Delivery, and Clinical Leadership.
• Ensure feedback loops between frontline care teams and product teams are active and informative.
• Drive alignment on clinical standards, guardrails, and scope.
• Facilitate cross-functional decision-making where clinical risk or ambiguity exists.
• Review AI-enabled experiences for clinical appropriateness and safety considerations.
• Support iteration of escalation pathways and risk governance.
• Contribute to evidence planning and execution where relevant.

What We Are Looking For

• Advanced clinical degree (e.g., PhD, MD).
• Proven experience in a clinical product leadership role or similar.
• Strong understanding of clinical standards and practices.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including product and clinical teams.
• Ability to navigate and manage clinical risk and ambiguity.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with AI safety and related regulatory considerations.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices and how to apply them in product development.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience in the development of digital health products.
• Knowledge of current healthcare trends and technologies.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.
• Certification in a relevant clinical or product area.

Benefits and Perks

• Opportunity to work with a leading digital health company.
• Remote work arrangement with flexible scheduling.
• Access to a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Generous PTO policy to ensure work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including training and education support.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a team of professionals passionate about mental wellness.

• Tip: When applying, highlight your experience in managing clinical risk and ensuring safety in product development, especially in relation to AI-enabled experiences.
• Ensure your resume and cover letter are tailored to the role, emphasizing your clinical product leadership skills and experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Prepare examples of how you have navigated complex clinical and regulatory landscapes in previous roles.
• Be ready to discuss your approach to facilitating cross-functional decision-making and driving alignment on clinical standards.
• Research Headspace's approach to mental wellness and digital health to demonstrate your interest and understanding of the company's mission and values.
• Consider creating a portfolio or preparing case studies that demonstrate your ability to translate clinical requirements into product strategy and ensure clinical integrity in product design.