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Exponent

Multidisciplinary science and engineering consulting

Human Factors Managing Scientist - Ph.D. or M.S

ConsultingPosted on Nov 5
Full-timeFarmington Hills, MI, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Master's Degree with experience or a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering, Experimental Psychology, Computational Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Science, Cognitive Neuroscience, or a related field is required.
  • At least five years of experience in litigation support, forensics consulting, health and safety investigation, or a relevant field is required.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills are required.
  • Proficiency in experimental design, human subjects testing, instrumentation, data analysis, and computer programming using tools such as Matlab, SAS, SPSS, or Labview is required.
  • Successful independent development and management of client relationships is required.
  • A strong reputation among clients for integrity, responsiveness, and technical expertise is required.
  • A targeted business development plan for specific clients or sectors is required.
  • The ability to attract projects to support full-time staff and manage and develop a group of individuals is required.
  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; immigration sponsorship or processing is not available.

Responsibilities

  • Manage consulting activities involving analysis of human perceptual, cognitive, and response capabilities and limitations in accidents and accident prevention.
  • Conduct hands-on inspections and analyze human performance to investigate accidents and injuries.
  • Work on multidisciplinary projects, providing case management, data processing, and other project support.
  • Conduct research to obtain and review technical data, scientific literature, and standards.
  • Develop client contacts.
  • Prepare written and oral summaries of human factors analyses.
  • Participate in the design and evaluation of warnings and safety information.
  • Communicate complex analyses clearly and succinctly to nontechnical audiences.
  • Assist in conducting research, publishing reports and papers in technical journals, and presenting findings at meetings and conferences.
  • Manage projects using effective cost-control measures.
  • Recruit and develop the careers of junior staff.
  • Participate actively in the Human Factors Practice and assist in marketing the group's technical capabilities to clients and the scientific community.

Desired Qualifications

  • An undergraduate degree in Psychology, engineering, or a related discipline is a plus.
  • Proficiency in experimental design, human subjects testing, instrumentation, data analysis, and computer programming using tools such as Matlab, SAS, SPSS, or Labview is a plus.

About the Company

Exponent

Multidisciplinary science and engineering consulting

Exponent is a consulting firm that applies scientific and engineering expertise to help businesses, communities, and individuals solve complex problems and navigate change. Its team of over 950 consultants works across many industries and regions, offering multidisciplinary analysis and testing methods to develop actionable solutions. Revenue comes from fees for consulting services, tied to the ability to attract and retain clients and deliver effective results. Exponent differentiates itself through broad, cross-disciplinary capabilities, state-of-the-art testing, and a focus on technically solid, practically applicable outcomes. The company’s goal is to help clients address difficult challenges with rigorous, evidence-based guidance and to support them as they adapt to changing circumstances.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Fishers, IN
Founded
1967

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