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Exponent · 2 weeks ago

Human Factors Scientist, User Experience Research (Ph.D.)

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

Exponent is a leading engineering and scientific consulting firm dedicated to solving complex challenges across various industries. They are seeking a Human Factors Scientist to analyze human performance and optimize human-system interactions, focusing on usability testing, ergonomic assessments, and human-centered design evaluations for diverse technologies.

Consulting

No H1B

Responsibilities

Managing a broad range of human factors and UX consulting activities, including usability testing, formative and summative study design, survey development, and assessment of how users interact with consumer products, medical devices, digital interfaces, defense technologies, and AI-integrated systems

This includes evaluating human perceptual, cognitive, and motor capabilities for performance optimization and design innovation

Conducting usability and ergonomic assessments by analyzing human factors in product design, evaluating interface effectiveness, performing anthropometric analyses for fit and comfort, and developing design recommendations to optimize user experience across diverse populations

Leading human-centered design evaluations for emerging technologies, including VR/AR environments, autonomous systems, human-AI interaction, human-robot interaction, and next-generation interfaces across commercial, medical, and defense sectors

Working on multidisciplinary teams to provide cross-functional project support, collaborating with experts across Exponent's practices, including Vehicle Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Biomechanics, and Data Sciences

Conducting research to analyze technical data, scientific literature, and industry standards (ANSI/HFES, ISO 9241, IEC 62366, FDA guidance, MIL-STD specifications) relevant to usability, ergonomics, and human performance

Providing project management for multiple concurrent engagements, including scoping tasks, managing budgets and timelines, coordinating project teams, and supporting all project phases from consultation through final deliverables

Designing and executing user research studies, including laboratory experiments, field studies, contextual inquiry, and journey mapping to understand user needs and behaviors

Developing methodologies for emerging technology evaluation

Qualification

Human Factors EngineeringCognitive PsychologyUsability TestingErgonomicsStatistical AnalysisHuman-Centered DesignAnalytical CapabilitiesIndustry Standards FamiliarityDefense/Military ExperienceConsumer Product EvaluationWearable Technology EvaluationAnthropometryHuman Performance ModelingAutonomous Systems KnowledgeHuman-AI Interaction KnowledgeProject ManagementCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving

Required

Ph.D. in Human Factors Engineering, Engineering Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Strong foundation in human factors principles, ergonomics, research methods, and statistical analysis

Experience with usability testing and human subjects research

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities

This is a Phoenix-based position; therefore, the successful applicant must live (or be willing to relocate) in the Phoenix, AZ area AND be enthusiastic about regularly working in the office

Presently legally authorized to work in the United States; no immigration sponsorship or processing required