Job Details

Field Studies Specialist, Clinical Study Ops

Sunnyvale, California, United States

Hardware

Summary

Posted: Jul 07, 2025

Role Number: 200611867

Our ever-evolving suite of health and wellness products are helping our users live more active, healthier lives. Be ready to make something great when you come here. Dynamic, inspiring people and innovative, industry-defining technologies are the norm at Apple. The people who work here have reinvented and defined entire industries with our products and services. The same dedication to innovation also applies to our approach to health - strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it.

The Health Research and Clinical Product Team conceives of and proves out exciting new technologies for Apple’s future products and features. We are seeking a Studies Specialist to maintain our high standards with human study data collection efforts to support development and validation of new health sensors and algorithms.

Description

Field Studies Specialists are responsible for designing and implementing the operational aspects of human subject research. They must understand research objectives and translate these into detailed documentation to ensure successful implementation by vendors and field sites. With a strong attention to detail, they oversee testing of workflows, the preparation of test and study equipment, provide training for vendor and site staff, manage device accountability, track data quality, and address corrective actions in collaboration with vendors and sites.

In addition to managing internal contract field specialists, they oversee the Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs) assigned to the study by the CRO. By working closely with internal multi-functional teams and the Technical Field Specialist, they ensure compliance and track usability data, focusing on maximizing study data yield. They are adept at managing change control, adjusting the process as necessary to meet the specific needs of each study. Field Studies Specialists are skilled multitaskers, adept at handling multiple high-quality studies in partnership with external sites and vendors.

We are looking for someone who is flexible and can respond quickly, energetically, and enthusiastically to constant change. Cross-functional communication skills and experience are essential. Field Studies Specialists must be able to succinctly and accurately communicate results and requirements to all engineering design disciplines, data analysis, legal, business development, and other project management teams. Having exposure and familiarity with the changing dynamics of research and development is highly desired.

This is a site-based role. Some travel could be required, approximately 15-20%.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. degree in biomedical engineering or any engineering field, or equivalent

• 4+ years of field clinical engineer or clinical research associate experience

• Strong human research background with clear understanding of study lifecycle for medical devices

• Experience working with and managing external sites and/or vendors

• Background in Good Clinical Practice procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluent (read/write) in Mandarin

• Highly organized and hyper-attentive to detail

• Thrive in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to adapt, improve, and champion best practices

• Self-motivated and proactive with the critical thinking and resourcefulness to achieve study objectives

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $118,500 and $197,500, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.Learn more about Apple Benefits. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

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