Human Factors Analyst (Hybrid)

Kardium Inc.; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Human Factors Analyst to enhance usability and design for a pioneering medical device. This role is critical in conducting user research and usability testing to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing you to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team while contributing to the development of life-saving technology. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, this forward-thinking organization provides comprehensive benefits, including stock options and flexible work schedules. Join a passionate team dedicated to improving patient outcomes through cutting-edge solutions.

Benefits

Stock Options

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Flexible Work Schedules

Personal Days

Well-being Support

Career Development

Professional Memberships

Family Leave Top-ups

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience in Human Factors or usability activities.
• Knowledge of IEC 62366 and FDA guidance.

Responsibilities

• Planning and executing usability tests to meet FDA and IEC standards.
• Conducting usability testing for hardware and software to inform design.
• Drafting Human Factors documentation such as Test Protocols.

Skills

Human Factors Analysis

Usability Testing

Regulatory Validation Testing

User Research

Risk Management

Education

BSc/BA or MSc in Human Factors Engineering

Cognitive Science

Psychology

Industrial Design

Engineering

Job description

Kardium Inc., 155-8518 Glenlyon Parkway, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada Req #267

April 16, 2025

Your opportunity

Join Kardium and contribute to transforming lives globally. We have developed a pioneering medical device for diagnosing and treating atrial fibrillation, a common heart rhythm disorder that can lead to stroke and heart failure.

Our mission is to provide the best treatment for atrial fibrillation. We have created The Globe Pulsed Field System, supported by a talented technical team and key opinion leaders who are already utilizing our product and sharing its benefits.

Having completed pivotal clinical studies, we are now focusing on regulatory approvals and market launch. This milestone marks a significant step in delivering this innovative technology to patients.

We are looking for a Human Factors Analyst to lead assessment, design, and usability improvements. You will be an essential part of our multidisciplinary engineering team, engaging in human factors testing, user research, and analysis across clinical, software, mechanical, and risk management domains. Your expertise will inform product design and support regulatory submissions.

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement based in Burnaby, BC.

Meaningful work you will be a part of

Responsibilities include:

1. Planning and executing usability tests to meet FDA and IEC standards.
2. Drafting Human Factors documentation such as Test Protocols and Engineering Reports.
3. Conducting usability testing for hardware and software to inform design.
4. Applying human factors analysis techniques to interpret user needs, use errors, and assess risks.
5. Performing user research with healthcare professionals.
6. Providing usability insights to guide design decisions.

What you bring to the team

Our team values intelligence, creativity, and passion for innovative medical devices. We foster a collaborative, respectful environment focused on solving complex challenges together.

Ideal attributes include:

• BSc/BA or MSc in Human Factors Engineering, Cognitive Science, Psychology, Industrial Design, Engineering, or related fields.
• Over 5 years of experience in Human Factors or usability activities.
• Experience with regulatory validation testing (FDA or IEC) is highly desirable.
• Healthcare industry experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of human factors analysis methods and standards such as IEC 62366 and FDA guidance.

Compensation

The total annual cash compensation ranges from $85,500 to $125,000 CAD, including base salary and a 5% RRSP contribution. Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Additional benefits include stock options, comprehensive medical and dental coverage from day one, flexible work schedules, personal days, well-being support, career development, professional memberships, and family leave top-ups.

Life at Kardium

We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) support various communities within the company, fostering a supportive and inclusive culture.

Applicants are invited to specify if they require accommodations during the recruitment process. For more information about us, visit Glassdoor.

• Kardium Inc., 155-8518 Glenlyon Parkway, Burnaby, BC, Canada