Samsung Electronics · 2 months ago
Applied Behavioral Scientist
Mountain View, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$180K/yr - $210K/yr
3+ years expSamsung Electronics is a leading company in technology and innovation, and they are seeking an Applied Behavioral Scientist to enhance digital product experiences through behavioral science frameworks. This role involves conducting research, rapid experimentation, and cross-functional communication to drive user engagement and health outcomes.
Consumer ElectronicsElectronicsManufacturingMobile AppsMobile Devices
Responsibilities
Framework translation: conduct and stay on top of secondary research (literature reviews, competitive landscape, and expert synthesis); develop and adapt behavioral science frameworks (e.g., COM-B) into clear, usable tools for product, UX, and content teams
Rapid experimentation: collaborate with partners to test behavioral interventions through A/B tests, pilots, or quick experiments – with a focus on feasibility and learning
Framing and copy support: apply behavioral tactics to copywriting – refining messaging, CTAs, or tone to better align with user motivations and cultural context
Intervention design: work backward from desired user outcomes or business goals to identify high-leverage behavioral tactics; recommend behaviorally-informed changes to product flows, content, or notifications across markets and various health use-cases
Education and Influence: help socialize behavioral concepts internally through visuals, write-ups, or brief presentations to build understanding and buy-in
Cross-functional communication: Distill complex ideas into formats that resonate across teams (product, design, research, leadership)
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree in behavioral science, psychology, cognitive science, behavioral economics or related field
3-5+ years applying behavioral science in real-world product/industry (e.g., health, finance). Experience in health tech, wellness, or behavior change oriented apps is especially valued
Experience designing or contributing to product experimentation, interpreting behavioral outcomes, and iteration based on results
Strong data fluency – comfortable working with survey data, dashboards, and basic analytic tools
Demonstrated ability to connect the dots from behavior across research, strategy, and operations
Previous experience and comfort with shaping unstructured problems, with an outcome driven mindset
Strong communication skills; Experience working in a multi-lingual or global product environment
Familiarity with design collaboration tools (e.g. Figma, Miro)
Preferred
Experience working in multi-lingual or global product environments
Ability to quickly identify win-win opportunities, understand needs and priorities of different stakeholders, manage expectations, deescalate challenging dynamics with a view of short and long-term aims
Highly collaborative with an approach and ability to manage multiple internal and external stakeholders towards a shared goal
Able to function independently while coordinating closely with the larger team
Thrives in a highly dynamic and changing work environment, and are able to balance the strategic and tactical
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
401(k)
Employee Purchase Program
Tuition Assistance (after 6 months)
Paid Time Off
Student Loan Program (after 6 months)
Wellness Incentives
And many more.
Company
Samsung Electronics
Samsung Electronics is a technology company that engages in consumer electronics, IT and mobile communications, and device solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.75BKey Investors
U.S. Department of Commerce
2024-04-15Grant· $4.75B
2023-01-10Post Ipo Equity
1975-06-11IPO
Leadership Team
Boo-Keun Yoon
President & CEO
Jong Hee Han
Vice Chairman & CEO
Recent News
2026-01-17
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