Principal Human Factors Engineer Chicagoland "UPDATED 1/30"

Evanston, IL
Full Time
Research
Senior Manager/Supervisor

Company Description

Are you interested in working for a fast-growing Human Factors consulting firm that is committed to improving the quality and safety of medical devices worldwide? Are you passionate about impacting the lives of patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers across the globe? 

Design Science is a human factors research firm, founded in 1991. Our mission is to be the trusted standard of integrity and expertise where human factors meets health care, bringing the latest life-changing innovations to the world. We take pride in improving healthcare experiences through deep-rooted partnerships with the goal of optimizing usability and safety.
Headquartered in the heart of Philadelphia, PA, with offices in Evanston, IL and Munich, Germany, we have over 30 employees working across multiple locations. Our team is made up of diverse, talented, caring individuals who value socially impactful work in a collaborative culture. Design Science provides the opportunity to grow as a professional with exposure to a wide variety of medical devices in a growing organization.

Job Description

Design Science is growing! We're looking for a Principal Human Factors Engineer to work with an outstanding team of professionals in our Chicagoland location.

The Principal Human Factors Engineer works together in multi-disciplinary teams to execute research and usability testing for a variety of projects. The Principal HF Engineer is well-versed in the design of usability studies, study moderation, data collection, and analysis planning, and reporting writing. Additionally, the Principal HF Engineer has experience leading interactions with internal and external stakeholders (i.e., clients), such as presentations of study or research results.

Principal HF Engineers have skills and experience developing usability file inputs, such as constructing task analyses, developing user interface requirements, and conducting use-related risk analysis. Principal HF Engineers are expected to regularly lead project teams, contribute to internal process improvement initiatives, and mentor Associate Engineers/Researchers. The Principal HF Engineer may be responsible for direct reports.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • MS/MA in human factors engineering, biomedical engineering, industrial engineering or related field required and at least 5 years’ industry experience working in human factors in healthcare or another safety-critical industry -or-
  • BS/BA in a related field with at least 8 years’ industry experience working in human factors in a safety-critical industry.
  • Hands on experience with medical devices or combination products is required.
  • Demonstrated track record of ability to deploy a variety of research techniques to collect and process data across multiple areas of company’s portfolio of work (field research, usability testing, ergonomics, expert review, etc.)
  • Demonstrated track record of optimizing data analysis and producing reports to final delivery standards.
  • Proven track record of excellence in moderating usability testing.
  • Advanced to expert proficiency in Microsoft Offe applications including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • Ability to work full time at the Design Science office in Evanston, IL and travel 30% of the time, domestically and internationally.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Good organizational skills and ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously.
  • The finalist will be required to successfully pass a background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience creating usability file deliverables such as the application specification, user interface requirements, and use-related risk assessment.
  • Demonstrable understanding of FDA regulatory guidance on safety and usability of medical devices.
  • Familiarity with healthcare industry guidance (e.g., AAMI/ANSI HE75:2009, IEC 62366-1:2015/62366-2:2016, ISO 14971:2019, etc.)
  • Evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration across a variety of fields, including engineering, design, and psychology.

Resume / cover letter required. Please tell us about your interest in medical devices and human factors research.
Please note that this position requires AT LEAST 5 years of industry work experience in Human Factors. Experience with medical devices or combination products is required.
Visit our website / blog at www.dscience.com for more information, or check us out on social media @designscience . 

Additional information

Here’s what we’re offering:

  • Full-time position (40+ hrs/week)
  • Salary commensurate with experience
  • Awesome benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability insurance.
  • 401k with company match
  • PTO plus paid Holidays, paid maternity/paternity leave, team building events, flex work hours, all you can drink coffee, the best co-workers, and more!

Other:

Resume / cover letter required. 

Visit our website / blog at www.dscience.com for more information on the company, or check us out on social media @designscience . 

EEO

Minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Design Science celebrates a diverse and inclusive work culture.  We embrace opinions and ideas from a broad cross section of cultures and backgrounds to build a strong organizational foundation.

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