Research Scientist - Building Science

Department: Well Living Lab

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Rochester, MN

Compensation: $130,000 - $165,000 / year

Description

Updated on 01/07/2026

Help advance the Well Living Lab’s mission: to expand scientific and practical understanding of how indoor environments and human behavior interact to impact health and well-being.

Responsibilities:

Lead Research Development – Generate research ideas, design and execute protocols, and write proposals for external grant funding.
Data Oversight – Direct data collection, management, and analysis using advanced statistical methods; ensure data quality and integrity.
Publication & Communication – Prepare manuscripts, presentations, and reports; publish original research in peer-reviewed journals.
Collaboration – Work closely with Mayo Clinic scientists, external research organizations, and industry partners. Serve as a scientific lead or co-lead on Well Living Lab (WLL) projects.
Integration & Innovation – Align WLL research with broader health and building science platforms; stay current on literature and emerging trends.
Team Engagement – Collaborate daily with multidisciplinary researchers, technology and operations staff, and academic/industry partners.

You would be a great fit if:

PhD in a field related to the built environment or systems.
Minimum 5 years of post-doctoral or equivalent experience in human-centered research within the built environment.
Expertise in HVAC and environmental controls/engineering and their impact on human health.
Strong background in experimental design, simulation, and data analysis (including large datasets and statistical programming).
Proven success in grant writing, IRB submissions, and managing research protocols.
Track record of peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.
Experience leading research projects and teams, with excellent organizational and project management skills.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate across disciplines with flexibility and a positive attitude.

Bonus points:

Experience managing relationships with academic and industry collaborators.
Active involvement in professional organizations (ASHRAE, ASID, AIA, etc.).
Knowledge of building science instrumentation (temperature, RH, PM, VOC sensors) and calibration/QA protocols.
Familiarity with LabVIEW, MATLAB, or Python for instrument control and data analysis.
Ability to interpret and apply building engineering standards (ASHRAE, ASTM, ISO, LEED, WELL).
Strong professional network and commitment to staying current on trends in building science, indoor environmental quality, and human-centered design.

Note: This position requires the ability to access U.S. military installations. As a result, employment is contingent upon meeting all applicable federal eligibility requirements, including U.S. citizenship.

Benefits offered include:

Medical, Dental & Vision
401(k) Retirement Plan, including employer match (100% vested)
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life Insurance and AD&D for employee and dependents)
Short-term and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Commuter Benefits (Pre-Tax)
Generous PTO policy
Volunteer days off
Competitive parental leave policy

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Well Living Lab Technical Interview

Well Living Lab Behavioral Interview

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