Delos · 3 months ago
Research Scientist - Building Science
Rochester, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $165K/yr
5+ years expDelos is committed to advancing the understanding of how indoor environments affect health and well-being through their Well Living Lab. The Research Scientist will lead research development, manage data oversight, and collaborate with various stakeholders to align research with health and building science platforms.
Commercial Real EstateHealth CareHospitalityReal EstateWellness
No H1B
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
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
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
Benefits
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
Company
Delos
Delos is a wellness real estate and technology company that provides a health-concentric development platform for interior environments.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$225.19MKey Investors
Greybrook Realty Partners
2024-03-22Debt Financing· $25.98M
2023-12-06Debt Financing· $0.72M
2023-01-05Debt Financing· $0.35M
Leadership Team
Paul Scialla
Chief Executive Officer
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