Exponent is a leading engineering and scientific consulting firm. Our multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, physicians, and regulatory consultants brings together more than 90 different disciplines to solve complicated problems facing corporations, insurers, government entities, associations and individuals. Our approximately 1000 staff members work in 26 offices across the United States and abroad. Exponent has over 800 consultants, including more than500 that have earned a doctorate in their chosen field of specialization.
Exponent's Human Factors Practice is seeking anErgonomist (Ergonomic Scientist) for our Phoenix User Research Center (PURC) located in our Phoenix, AZoffice. In this role, you will work as part of a team conducting user studies and ergonomic assessments for a variety of clients from multiple industries and serving as project manager on a potentially large number of such engagements.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting a range of accident related consulting activities that may involve human factors, biomechanics, ergonomics, and rehabilitation engineering
Developing client contacts, and building relationships
Working on multi-disciplinary projects
Providing case management, data processing, and other project support
Conducting research to obtain and review technical data, scientific literature, and standards
Accident analyses
The ideal candidate for this positionwill havean interest in ergonomics anduser experience research and/or usability testing in a real-world setting. They will also possess a strong scientific background in the foundations of experimental and study design, as well as engineering/biomechanics/ergonomics. Candidates should furthermore be comfortable working in a professional engineering and scientific consulting environment, which is fast-paced anddemands a high degree of independence, self-motivation, and dedication.
You will have the following skills and qualifications:
Ph.D. in Ergonomics/Human Factors/Biomechanics or related discipline
Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills
Strong mathematical aptitude and proficiency with statistics
Solid foundation in engineering and/or ergonomics
Consummate project management skills and ability to juggle multiple teams concurrently
Must be assertive, a self-starter, and able to work with accuracy under pressure and/or deadlines
To learn more about life at Exponent, check out our Graduate Students page atwww.exponent.com/careers/grad-students!
We valueand encourage diversity and inclusivity across all facets of our firm. Having a team built of people with different backgrounds, skills and perspectives allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.
Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.
Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at +1 (650) 688-6968 or email hr@exponent.com.
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