Human Factors Engineer

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Human Factors Engineer in Cambridge for a 12-month contract role. This position offers the chance to work on exciting global projects related to drug delivery devices. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in Human Factors Engineering, excellent written English, and strong attention to detail. Benefits include flexible working options and competitive contract rates.

Benefits

Flexible home and office-based working

Competitive contract rates

Opportunity to work on global projects

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Human Factors Engineering, ideally with combination products.
• Excellent written English and ability to produce concise regulatory documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors for human factors engineering outputs.
• Project-manage supply, assembly, and testing of materials for HF studies.
• Provide usability input to device design and recommend mitigation actions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written English proficiency

Project management

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Education

Advanced qualification in Human Factors/Usability

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Human Factors Engineer

Location: Cambridge

Salary: DOE

Contract role for 12 months

Benefits: Flexible home and office-based working, competitive contract rates, opportunity to work on global projects

Exciting opportunity for a Human Factors Engineer to join our client's Devices Centre of Excellence! This role offers the chance to contribute to global drug delivery device development projects and regulatory submissions.

About the Role and Client

Our client is a global leader in drug delivery device innovation, supporting projects across multiple therapy areas. As a Human Factors Engineer, you will manage and execute human factors engineering activities, ensuring usability and compliance for combination products.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal teams, external design companies, and vendors to deliver human factors engineering outputs
• Project-manage the supply, assembly, and testing of materials for HF studies
• Provide usability input to device design and recommend mitigation actions
• Manage and document use‑related risk for assigned projects
• Support generation and change control of device Instructions for Use (IFU)
• Assist in creating regulatory documentation for human factors submissions
• Offer guidance on human factors engineering across the organisation

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Human Factors Engineering, ideally with combination products
• Excellent written English and ability to produce concise regulatory documentation
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Excellent IT skills (Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently or as part of a team

Desirable Skills

• Advanced qualification in Human Factors/Usability
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical/medical device regulatory requirements
• Background in a medical field

Morgan Jones is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in all recruitment processes.

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