15 human factors researcher jobs at 12 companies in Pacifica, CA
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Senior Human Factors Researcher
San Francisco or Helsinki
HybridFull Time
Ōura: Private health-technology making smart rings and software that help consumers track sleep, activity, stress, and recovery.
5+ YOEMaster's or PhD in a related field, 5+ years human factors research on physical hardware/wearables, experience with 3D anthropometric data, ergonomic principles, experimental design, and analysis using Python, R, or MATLAB.
Python, R, MATLAB, Rhino, Grasshopper, CAD, 3D printing
AppleNASDAQ: AAPL: Designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and digital services.
3+ YOEBachelor’s degree in a relevant human factors field and 3 years of research experience managing projects independently. Requires experimental design, usability studies, mixed methods, communication, and health software and hardware usability expertise.
AbbottNYSE: ABT: Global healthcare technology focused on life-changing medical innovations.
Experience in human factors and cognitive psychology for software design, usability research, training, FDA compliance, cross-functional collaboration, and ability to travel ~25%.
Wisk Aero: Boeing-owned autonomous eVTOL aircraft developer building all-electric air taxis for everyday passenger travel.
8+ YOEMaster's degree in human factors/cognitive ergonomics/psychology (PhD preferred),8 years relevant experience, expertise in cognitive ergonomics, workload measurement, experimental design, UI standards for aerospace, and statistical tools.
AbbottNYSE: ABT: Global healthcare technology focused on life-changing medical innovations.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; experience designing software for complex applications; expertise in human factors and cognitive psychology; strong verbal/written communication; ability to travel ~25%.
Staff Researcher, Vision science and Human Factors
Warren or Mountain View
HybridFull Time
General MotorsNYSE: GM: Designing, building, and selling the world's best vehicles.
Master's degree in engineering/vision science/human factors/optics/computer science, strong HMI and perception research background, experimental methods, study design, and cross-disciplinary collaboration skills.
IntuitiveNASDAQ: ISRG: Global leader in robotic-assisted and minimally invasive surgery.
5+ YOERequires 5+ years of relevant industry experience and a BS or MS in human factors, psychology, engineering, computer science, HCI, or related field. Requires usability engineering and user-centered design expertise, communication skills, and up to 25% travel.
da Vinci, Ion, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Technology Control Plan (TCP)
Johnson & Johnson MedTechNYSE: JNJ: Johnson & Johnson medical-device business serving clinicians and patients across cardiovascular, orthopaedics, surgery, and vision care.
Bachelor's degree in human factors, psychology, engineering, or related field; experience with regulated products, usability engineering, risk management, product development, technical team management, and cross-functional leadership.
IntuitiveNASDAQ: ISRG: Global leader in robotic-assisted and minimally invasive surgery.
8+ YOEBachelor’s degree in human factors, cognitive psychology, computer science with HCI emphasis, human-centered design, or related field; 8 years’ experience with a bachelor’s degree, or equivalent advanced-degree experience; user research and regulated medical-device experience preferred.
San José State University Research Foundation: Nonprofit research foundation providing sponsored-project administration for San José State University faculty, staff, and students.
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Psychology, NASA aeronautics laboratory and human-in-the-loop research experience, NASA simulation software experience, analytical skills, laboratory management ability, and eligibility for NASA Ames security access.
IntuitiveNASDAQ: ISRG: Global leader in robotic-assisted and minimally invasive surgery.
6+ YOEExtensive human factors and research leadership, with ML, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration; MS or higher; 6+ years relevant experience.
Staff Driver Safety UX Researcher, Android for Auto
San Jose or Kirkland or San Francisco
$188k-$274k/yrOnsiteFull Time
GoogleNASDAQ: GOOG, GOOGL: Global technology specializing in internet-related services and products.
8+ YOEBachelor's degree or equivalent, 8 years of applied research experience, safety-focused research, automotive human factors, and advanced research methodologies; executive, project management, and safety process experience preferred.
Cala Health: Private bioelectronic medicine developing wearable nerve-stimulation devices for people with tremor disorders.
3+ YOE3+ years managing FDA-regulated medical device products; expertise in design controls, requirements management, human factors, usability studies, VOC research, and cross-functional leadership.
ClariMed Inc.: ClariMed is a private medical-device consulting firm providing human-centered design, usability, regulatory, and quality services to MedTech and pharmaceutical manufacturers.
Experience in participant recruitment, human factors, clinical or market research, study coordination, or related work; project management, communication, organization, problem-solving, and recruitment strategy skills required.
CRM, participant databases, scheduling platforms, research management software
BioMarin PharmaceuticalNasdaq: BMRN: Develops therapies for rare genetic diseases.
8+ YOEMinimum 8 years in development and commercialization of parenteral combination products and medical devices; expertise with prefilled syringes, autoinjectors, design controls, human factors, regulatory and contract manufacturing; bachelor's in engineering or life sciences required; advanced degree preferred.