BetterUp

Senior Behavioral Scientist, Gov

Austin, TX · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$184k-$230kDetected 51 days ago

Data AnalysisStatisticsRecruitingLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentoringPublic Speaking

About the role

We can't cram it all in here, but you'll start noticing it from the first interview.
Even our candidate experience is different.
And when you get an offer from us (and accept it), you get way more than a paycheck.

Design and own the end-to-end measurement strategy aligned to each agency's purchased solution and stated business outcomes.
Build rigorous ROI models and business cases that quantify the financial and organizational impact of the solution.
Partner with Sales and Enterprise teams to embed impact narratives into deal strategy and late-stage sales motions.
Produce executive-ready materials that directly support deal expansion, renewal, and upsell conversations.
Lead advanced data analysis to identify meaningful patterns, causal signals, and outcome drivers across agency datasets.
Validate findings against scientific standards to ensure credibility and repeatability.
Develop high-impact data narratives that translate complex analyses into clear, compelling executive insights.
Create and deliver Business Value Reviews that demonstrate measurable value realization.
Act as a core partner in ensuring agencies achieve and recognize value from their investment.
Strengths in verbal and written communication, building and delivering presentations, and storytelling

PhD with 7+ years of experience in behavioral science or a related field (e.g., business, organizational leadership).
Domain expertise in behavioral science AND HR (especially Talent Development or Talent Management, L&D, & OD).
Facilitation and presentation skills, experience presenting to large audiences and executives both virtually and in person.
Experience researching and understanding businesses including business strategy, identifying business challenges, and applying business acumen.
Agility and comfort with ambiguity to adapt and adjust to the market, the state of the organization and quickly shifting priorities.
Experience working with federal clients (e.g., federal consulting) or in public sector/federal agencies is strongly preferred, but not required.
A mindset rooted in outcomes, ownership, and long-term impact.

At BetterUp, we are committed to living out our mission every day and that starts with providing benefits that allow our employees to care for themselves, support their families, and give back to their community.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible paid time off
Learning and Development stipend
The range below is representative of base salary only and does not include equity, sales bonus plans (when applicable) and benefits.
As part of this role, you'll be eligible for an annual bonus.
Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education/training, residence location, as well as market indicators.

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