What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Human Factors Consultant position at Rimkus?
Description
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Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment.
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Job Title – Senior Human Factors Consultant
Department – Specialty Services-Core Human Factors
Reports To – Director, Human Factors Practice
Employment Status – Full-time/Exempt/Hybrid Position
Overview
The Senior Human Factors Consultant supports and/or conducts qualitative research studies for medical devices and combination products for clients across the healthcare space. In addition, this position is responsible for contributing to document-based deliverables, conducting interviews, analyzing data, and preparing documentation for regulatory submission.
This role will be hybrid, based out of our office in Chatsworth, CA combined with work-from-home.
Essential Job Functions
Physical Demands - While performing this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, bend, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary. In addition, the employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Overtime - This position is classified as salaried with exempt status. There will be periods where overtime and unconventional hours will be required, which the employee will need to comply with to meet the demands of the position.
Travel Requirements – This position requires offsite travel of approximately 25% annually.
The Salary Range for this position is $104,100 - $156,100 and is dependent on education, experience, location, and certifications/licensure.
At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions.
Rimkus is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employee and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.
Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference!
Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment.
NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities and a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement!
Job Title – Senior Human Factors Consultant
Department – Specialty Services-Core Human Factors
Reports To – Director, Human Factors Practice
Employment Status – Full-time/Exempt/Hybrid Position
Overview
The Senior Human Factors Consultant supports and/or conducts qualitative research studies for medical devices and combination products for clients across the healthcare space. In addition, this position is responsible for contributing to document-based deliverables, conducting interviews, analyzing data, and preparing documentation for regulatory submission.
This role will be hybrid, based out of our office in Chatsworth, CA combined with work-from-home.
Essential Job Functions
- Consult and guide clients on their human factors process with an understanding of relevant regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to the planning and development of document-based deliverables (e.g., use-related risk documentation, instructions for use, and usability study protocols).
- Conduct interviews with a wide range of representative users to collect qualitative data related to the use and perception of medical devices.
- Analyze both observational and qualitative interview data and develop reports presenting study findings to clients.
- Prepare documentation to support the human factors portion of an FDA submission (e.g., HFE/UE report) or other regulatory body submissions.
- Collaborate in a team setting with internal and external stakeholders.
- A postgraduate degree such as a Ph.D. or MS/MA is required. Preferred specialties include human factors engineering, cognitive science, psychology, biomedical engineering, public health, anthropology, neuroscience, behavioral sciences, nursing, or education.
- Qualitative data analysis.
- Writing: Able to communicate effectively with technical writing to describe research plans and study results.
- Interviewing: Experience or interest in conducting one-on-one interviews with human subjects to collect real-time empirical and qualitative data.
- Spreadsheets: Experience or interest in working with MS Excel.
- Human Factors Engineering experience strongly preferred.
- Project management: Able to oversee and manage all aspects of a project lifecycle, including coordinating with vendors, client management/communication, and providing logistic/budgetary oversight.
- Mentorship: Able to mentor junior team members, assign work and lead workstreams.
- Capable of preparing effective proposals.
Physical Demands - While performing this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, bend, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear. Clear vision and depth perception are also necessary. In addition, the employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Overtime - This position is classified as salaried with exempt status. There will be periods where overtime and unconventional hours will be required, which the employee will need to comply with to meet the demands of the position.
Travel Requirements – This position requires offsite travel of approximately 25% annually.
The Salary Range for this position is $104,100 - $156,100 and is dependent on education, experience, location, and certifications/licensure.
At Rimkus, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports and celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. If you share our commitment to diversity and inclusivity and are excited about joining a welcoming and supportive team, we encourage you to apply for our open positions.
Rimkus is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employee and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT OR A GUARANTEE OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.
Salary : $104,100 - $156,100