Medical Content Reviewer
Function Health
United States · Remote
Posted on Mar 26, 2025
Medical Content Reviewer
US - Remote
Operations
Remote
Full-time
Company Overview:
Function was founded with a singular focus: empower you to live 100 healthy years. We’re doing that by using the best available technology to make sure people don't suffer or die a preventable death. Function has been recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2024, and is venture-backed by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z). Hundreds of thousands of members have joined Function to take control of their health. We are growing our team and seeking out world-class talent that deeply believes in our mission to positively impact global health, has a relentless bias toward action and a growth mindset. Function fosters a collaborative and dynamic environment, where every day we are building the future.
Role:
We are seeking a Medical Content Reviewer (MD) to ensure the accuracy, credibility, and scientific integrity of our social media and marketing content. This role is critical in maintaining Function Health’s commitment to evidence-based health information. The ideal candidate will have a strong medical background, exceptional attention to detail, and experience translating complex medical concepts into consumer-friendly language.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working through ambiguity, complex data visualization, meticulous in their attention to detail, self-motivated, resourceful, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment. As an early member of our team, your contributions will play a critical role in shaping the future of our member experience as we scale from currently thousands of members to millions.
This role is best suited for those energized by fast-paced environments, excited to build in a high-growth setting, and deeply motivated by our mission at Function. If you're looking for meaningful challenges, dynamic work, and the opportunity to make a real impact—we’d love to meet you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review and fact-check all social media and marketing content to ensure scientific accuracy and alignment with the latest medical research and current clinical guidelines.
- Verify claims related to health, wellness, biomarkers, diagnostics, and longevity science are supported by peer-reviewed studies and reputable medical sources.
- Assess the credibility of scientific studies and sources cited in the content and identify potential bias or conflicts of interest in referenced studies.
- Collaborate with content creators, marketing teams, and other clinical writers to refine messaging and maintain high standards of credibility.
- Ensure that all content aligns with Function’s core mission, emphasizing root cause medicine, preventative medicine, and systems-based approaches to health.
- Stay current with emerging research, clinical guidelines, and public health trends to proactively ensure that content remains current and reliable.
- Review and address any claims that may be unclear, overstated, misrepresenting research, or lacking sufficient evidence before publication.
- Provide clear and concise feedback on content revisions based on clinical expertise and scientific accuracy, while maintaining language accessible to a broader audience.
- Assist in developing internal fact-checking protocols and best practices for medical content review.
Qualifications:
- MD (Doctor of Medicine) required; background in preventive medicine, functional medicine, or longevity science is a plus.
- Strong foundation in evidence-based medicine and the ability to critically evaluate scientific literature.
- Experience in medical writing, fact-checking, or reviewing health-related content.
- Ability to translate complex medical concepts into clear, engaging, and consumer-friendly language.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in health communication.
- Familiarity with current clinical guidelines, peer-reviewed research, and medical standards and regulations in health marketing.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, digital-first environment with cross-team collaboration.
To be a strong fit, you embody our Core Values:
- Ruthless Prioritization:
- We don’t let perfect get in the way of progress.
- We move quickly to drive value, not perfection.
- We prioritize what drives impact.
- We never compromise on standards of excellence.
- Member-First, Always:
- We design and deliver like we’re caring for someone we love.
- We create clear, actionable, human experiences.
- We prioritize responsiveness, peace of mind, and outcomes.
- We empower members with truth, clarity, and care.
- One Team, Moving Fast:
- We are aligned in purpose, prioritization, and speed.
- We gather diverse perspectives to make informed decisions.
- We clear paths for each other and move fast together.
- We communicate clearly and respectfully, rallying around shared goals.
- Radical Ownership, Relentless Execution:
- We don’t just ship—we own outcomes and drive results.
- We act with urgency and precision.
- We anticipate, initiate, and follow through.
- We meet challenges with grit and pragmatism.
- We embrace new tech to deliver better outcomes.
- Mission Over Ego:
- We are ruthlessly aligned to our mission—and leave ego at the door.
- We disagree and commit.
- We don't tolerate politics or withholding information.
- We operate with honesty, transparency, and respect.
- Sustained Integrity in Every Detail:
- We earn trust by obsessing over accuracy, quality, and clarity in everything we doWe prioritize clinical precision—data must be right.
- We sweat the details because outcomes depend on them.
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
We value our team at Function and offer a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible working hours, and a dynamic work environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged. If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual who is passionate about using technology to improve people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.
At Function, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workforce. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, ancestry, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Join the Function Health team and become a part of our mission to revolutionize healthcare. Work with us to make a difference in the lives of thousands, ensuring a healthier future for all. Discover more about us and how we're changing the face of healthcare at Function Health.
Important Notice: Legitimate communication from the Function Health team will always come from an email address ending in @functionhealth.com. Function Health will never request personal information such as banking details or payment during the hiring process. Please be cautious of communications or job offers that come from other email domains, instant messaging platforms, or unsolicited calls. If you ever have doubts about the legitimacy of a communication, please reach out to us directly at talent@functionhealth.com.
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