Senior Expert Human Factors Engineering (m/f/d)

Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association; Schaftenau; Vor Ort; EUR 80 000 - 100 000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A healthcare organization in Schaftenau, Austria seeks a Human Factors Engineer. The role involves designing and executing studies for drug delivery devices, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring compliance with usability standards. Candidates should have a master's degree and experience in human factors engineering. The minimum salary is €65,605.54 annually, with the potential for higher based on experience.

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years of experience in human factors engineering.
• Strong understanding of usability engineering standards.
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods.

Aufgaben

• Plan, design, and execute human factors studies.
• Conduct user research and task analyses.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Kenntnisse

Human factors engineering

User research

Usability engineering standards

Risk assessments

Excellent communication skills

Ausbildung

MSc in Human Factors Engineering or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description Summary

Location: Schaftenau, Austria

Role Purpose: In a team dedicated to improving patient outcomes through innovative drug delivery solutions you will play a critical role in the development of drug delivery devices such as autoinjectors, prefilled syringes and other solutions. By ensuring that our products meet regulatory requirements and are designed with the end-user in mind you will contribute to our mission to design combination products and medical devices that are not only safe and effective but also intuitive and user-friendly - whether for patients, caregivers, or healthcare professionals.

Job Description

Role Responsibilities:

• Plan, design, and execute human factors studies (formative and summative) in alignment with regulatory expectations (FDA, EMA, etc.)
• Conduct user research, task analyses, and risk assessments to inform design decisions
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Device Technology, Packaging Technology, Regulatory Affairs, and Clinical
• Translate user needs into design requirements and usability specifications
• Analyze study data and generate clear, actionable insights and documentation
• Support regulatory submissions with human factors evidence and usability engineering files

Ideal Background

• Education: MSc in Human Factors Engineering, Cognitive Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Psychology, Product Design, or Mechanical Engineering
• 3+ years of experience in human factors engineering, preferably in medical devices or combination products
• Strong understanding of usability engineering standards (e.g., IEC 62366, ISO 14971)
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Language: English

In accordance with Austrian law, we are obliged to disclose the minimum salary as stated in the collective bargaining agreement. For this position the minimum salary is €65,605.54 EUR per year (on a full time basis). In most cases, the actual salary will be higher, as we strive to maintain a competitive position in the market and consider your previous experience, qualifications and individual competencies

Adjustments for Applicants with Disabilities: If because of a medical condition, physical disability or a neurodiverse condition you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please reach out to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request as well as your contact information. The support which we can provide will include advice on suitable positions as well as guidance at all stages of the application process. Austrian law provides candidates the opportunity to involve the local disability representative, Behindertenvertrauensperson (BVP), in the application process. If you would like to request this, please let us know in advance as a note on your CV.

Skills Desired