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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.
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!
Our ideal candidate is:
Interested in human behavior and healthcare
Detail-oriented
Effective at communicating and collaborating in a team environment
Willing to take the time to learn new tasks and complicated concepts
Comfortable moderating interview sessions with people from diverse backgrounds.
Has strong writing and qualitative data analysis skills (a must).
This is a hybrid position with some in-person and on-site requirements located outside of Philadelphia, PA in Bala Cynwyd, PA. Typical hours are 40 to 50 hours per week.
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Overview
A Human Factors Consultant 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.
Core embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way and wants to empower people of all backgrounds. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of perspectives, skills, and experiences. By building a more inclusive team, we can better our work and create an even brighter future in healthcare.
Essential Job Functions
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.
Travel to research locations.
Required Education and Certifications
A postgraduate degree such as Masters or PhD is required. Preferred specialties include human factors, psychology, biomedical engineering, public health, neuroscience, behavioral sciences, nursing, or education.
Required Skills and Abilities
Data analysis: Comfortable working with and analyzing qualitative data.
Writing: Able to communicate effectively with technical writing to describe research plans and study results. Candidates will be required to provide an original writing sample.
Interviewing: Experience or interest in conducting one-on-one interviews with human subjects to collect real-time empirical and qualitative data.
Spreadsheets: experience working with MS Excel/Google Sheets is a plus.
Compensation
Pay: $70,000 to $100,000.00 per year, commensurate with experience. More advanced positions are available for experienced human factors professionals.
Physical Demands, Overtime, and Travel Requirements
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 Overnight travel is required.
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.
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HUMAN004155Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Female/Vets/Disabled
