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Important Notice:
Beware of Fake Job Offers
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Please be aware that we do not make employment offers via social media platforms or instant messaging services, nor do we ever request payment or personal financial information throughout the recruiting process.

How to Identify Legitimate Job Offers:

Beware of any requests for payment or personal financial information, as they are telltale warning signs of an attempt to scam you. We take the following steps to ensure security throughout our application process:

  • Official Channels: Acumen, LLC only accepts job applications via our official website, https://www.sphereinstitute.org.
  • Email: We only email offers from our registered domain, @acumenllc.com and @sphereinstitute.org.
  • No Fees or Financial Transactions: We do not require candidates to pay any fees or provide banking or other financial information at any point throughout the recruitment process. We will never request that you send us payment to cover costs related to computers or other items before you start employment.
How to Report Suspected Fake Offers or Recruiting Efforts:

If you believe you have received a suspicious job offer or query or have any questions, please email our Recruiting team via the “Contact Us” link at the top of this page.

How to Report Fraud:

If you have fallen victim to any fraudulent activity claiming to be associated with The SPHERE Institute, please report it immediately to your local Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) field office or via their Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).

We are committed to ensuring a transparent and fair recruitment process for all candidates and take your safety and security seriously.

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The SPHERE Institute

View Open Positions

Acumen and SPHERE have a wide variety of jobs in Research, Technology, and Administration that you might be interested in. Below is a list of our teams and their work.

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Research

Research Teams

Our Research Teams collaborate closely with Federal, state, and local agencies on challenging and high-impact projects that focus on providing data-driven solutions to complex policy problems.

Research Operations (RO)

Research Operations is an internal group responsible for improving the quality and efficiency of our research. The group functions as a central resource for researchers when they have questions, ideas, or problems.

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Technology

Information Security (InfoSec)

As government contractors, we work with highly confidential data that must be protected. The InfoSec team is responsible for the combined set of tools, personnel, and processes that provide formalized risk management.

Security Operations / Quality Assurance (SecOps/QA)

SecOps/QA is responsible to ensure the implementation of security policies and maintenance of secure, comprehensive, and well-performing products.

Information Technology (IT)

The primary mission of the IT department is to provide technology support, security enforcement, and networking infrastructure while ensuring quality and reliability for employees.

Data Operations (DataOps)

Our data engineers create and maintain the data infrastructure that supports the work of our research analysts.

Data Systems (DataSys)

The Data Systems team is involved in designing data pipelines using SAS, SQL, and Python that efficiently process large amounts of health care data; using health care policy knowledge to create meaningful data products for research analysts; and conducting validation to ensure data quality and reliability.

Product Development (PD)

Product Development consists of two interlocking teams: Product Management and Product Design. Product Management is focused on identifying product needs and solutions while Product Design is responsible for our product User Interface (UI), corporate branding, and graphic design.

Software Development (SD)

The Software Development department develops and maintains research project websites and associated tools, including data visualization and enclave applications.

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Information Coordination (InfoCo)

The Information Coordination team coordinates technical projects using Agile and predictive lifecycle techniques; composes end-to-end technical documentation on our products including, but not limited to, user support materials, security documentation, system specifications, and policies and procedures; and identifies ways to improve the User Experience (UX) of our products.

Global Service Desk (GSDesk)

The GSDesk team provides phone and email assistance for internal and external users of the Acumen system. In addition, GSDesk collaborates with various Acumen teams to support activities necessary for the continued operation of our secure web portals, file transfer, user communication, data analysis, and account issues.

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Administration
Human Resources (HR)

The HR department is dedicated to developing, retaining, and supporting a diverse and productive workforce. We provide meaningful programs, policies, and services to maximize individual potential and meet our business goals.

Business Operations (BusOps)

Business Operations works with project teams to manage expenditures, is responsible for time reporting and timesheet administration, manages accounts payable and employee reimbursements, and supervises company travel.

Contracts

The Contracts team is an internal group that is responsible for managing the life cycle of our company's Federal, state, and local contract portfolio. Furthermore, the team is responsible for communicating with clients, and assisting research teams with management, subcontractors, budget oversight, reporting and compliance activities

Financial Operations (FinOps)

The Financial Operations group manages all aspects of our company's financial operations including financial accounting, controlling & compliance, financial infrastructure & business systems, business analysis & development support, and internal financial monitoring and audits.

Employee Development Group (EDG)

The Employee Development Group (EDG) works to hire a talented and diverse workforce, enhance the skillset of current employees, design pathways for growth and professional development, and connect all employees with the organization’s mission. EDG operates across five verticals to support employees’ growth and ability to contribute to the success of the organization: (1) Staffing, (2) Training, (3) Career Support, (4) Internal Communication, and (5) Company Initiatives.

Administration Operations (AdminOps)

AdminOps is a service-based department assisting employee productivity with onsite and remote support. Our multifaceted approach includes event planning and daily office maintenance to foster a safe and welcoming work environment, while also providing large-scale meeting coordination and ad-hoc support for teams/projects.

Facilities

Facilities is a service-based department. We are dedicated to helping our employees be as productive as possible in a safe work environment.

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Support Groups

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Work Group

The DEI Work Group will guide us in formalizing and shaping our diversity agenda, fostering an inclusive environment, and promoting equity in the workplace.

Philanthropy Committee

It is the goal of the Philanthropy Committee to align philanthropic activities with our mission of serving the public interest, while also engaging and increasing participation by employees.

Our summer internship program provides interns with a hands-on, professional experience by having them contribute to projects.

Internship positions are posted in the fall and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Internships start in June and typically last 10-12 weeks. The internship program is open to collegiate rising seniors and first-year Master’s students.

Click "View Open Positions" above to apply for one of our internships.

We value our employees’ health and welfare, offering comprehensive benefits to meet the needs of all our employees. Our employee benefits include those listed below.

If you apply for a job at Acumen or SPHERE, we request information about you which is stored in our database for a limited period. This information is used for employment consideration only.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Acumen, LLC and The SPHERE Institute are Equal Opportunity Employers. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of our equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of recruitment, hiring, and employment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. If you need assistance with the application process due to a disability, please fill out the Contact form or call (650) 931-9424.

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