JOB SUMMARY
The Human Factors Intern will assist the Insights department staff with various projects and provide administrative support as needed.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1.
Technical Writing (20%)
- Writing research protocols and presentations/reports
- Copy editing protocols as needed for clarity and formatting
- Utilizes the format for research study protocols
2.
Data Analysis (20%)
- Look for trends, themes, and frequency of data
Reports on research study protocol data
3.
Administrative Support (60%)
- Provides support as needed to all members of the Insights team as assigned
QUALIFICATION
Education/Experience
- At least one year completed work towards bachelor’s degree in Human Factors or related engineering degree preferred
- Open to Human Factors related majors such as Psychological Sciences as well with one year completed towards major.
Licenses/Credentials/Certifications
- N/A
Skills/Specialized Knowledge/Abilities
- Good writing skills, with concise writing conveying clear thoughts
- Proper use of grammar
- Analytical and logical thinking
- Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word, and Powerpoint
- Understands human capabilities and limitations, both physical and cognitive
- Organized, detail-oriented
WORKING CONDITIONS
Tools and Equipment Used
- Computer, copier, phone, and other typical office equipment
Travel
- Minimal: up to 10% of the time
Physical & Mental Demands
- Frequently required to sit at a desk/workstation for long period of time
- Ability to work at a computer terminal for extended periods of time
- Digital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipment
- Light lifting and carrying of supplies, files, etc.
- Ability to effectively communicate to employees/clients via phone, computer or in person
- Body motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move around the office environment
- Ability to analyze unique situations and develop appropriate response
- Additional Physical Requirements: file, speak, write, hear, read, type, see
- Additional Mental Requirements: compare, decide, direct, problem solve, analyze, instruct, interpret
Environment
- Work typically performed in an office setting.
Skills Required
- At least one year completed toward a bachelor's degree in Human Factors or a related engineering degree
- Human Factors-related major such as Psychological Sciences with at least one year completed toward the major
- Good writing skills and ability to convey clear, concise thoughts
- Proper use of grammar
- Analytical and logical thinking
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Understanding of human capabilities and limitations, both physical and cognitive
- Organized and detail-oriented
What We Do
When clients come to us for product design and development, they get a full range of technical expertise and laboratory resources, but they also get a team that’s relentless when it comes to solving problems and creating designs that are the ideal combination of function and form. What does that mean? We build tools that save lives. For surgeons, it means they have tools that not only address but anticipate their needs, which helps improve their patients’ outcomes. We create products that save money and ensure safety. For people juggling family, work, and other demands, it means they have products that provide real help in managing their everyday lives. And for businesses, it means their bottom line is supported with durable tools that improve efficiency and protect their teams. From concept to production plan, or at any phase in between, we are a partner that can extend your product development know-how or provide additional mindpower to free up in-house teams.
