User Study Researcher IV

Human Factors Engineer
Cupertino, CA
9 Months contract with possible extension
$75-$80.00/hr on w2

The Applied Research and Characterization team is seeking a Human Factors Researcher to drive design decision making across client. You will collaborate with designers, engineers, and other researchers to collect and analyze both quantitative and qualitative data that will help client make the best possible product for the customer.

Minimum Qualifications:
Familiarity with quantitative and qualitative research methods and experience designing and executing human user studies
Proficient in analyzing quantitative data and an understanding of statistical analysis
Strong communication skills and an ability to clearly present ideas and defend results
Proficient in engaging with human research participants, eliciting their experiences, and actively listening to their feedback.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with sensors and/or prototype hardware
Experience with mechanical design, biomechanics, or other engineering disciplines
Experience with programming languages such as Matlab, Python, JMP, or R for data analysis and tool development

Description:
You will work with cross-functional stakeholders to define project requirements, formulate appropriate research questions, and select study methods. Based on these conversations, you will design and execute user studies that combine data from quantitative measures of human performance with subjective experiences and feedback. You will analyze data from these studies, identifying key takeaways and presenting results and product direction recommendations to stakeholders.

Education and Experience:
BS in Human Factors, Biomechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Applied Psychology, Computer Graphics, Human-Computer interaction

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.