Data Sciences Research Associate — Field Studies & Usability

Exponent; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent is seeking a Research Associate for our Data Sciences Practice in Phoenix, AZ. You will join a team to plan and conduct data collection efforts supporting clients in consumer electronics and life sciences.

You will operate hardware systems, moderate user studies, and travel to study sites as needed. Strong communication, analytical thinking, and teamwork are essential to success in this role.

Qualifications

• B.S./B.A. or M.S./M.A. in Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with human subjects testing, usability testing, or surveys is preferred.
• Ability to work in teams with a strong desire to contribute.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and real-time problem solving skills.
• Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time to domestic and international study sites.

Responsibilities

• Operating and troubleshooting prototype hardware systems.
• Moderating user studies with a wide variety of participants at various locations, including troubleshooting study execution issues in the field and proposing corrective actions.
• Willingness to travel to domestic and international study sites based on project needs.
• Developing project management and execution strategy with consultant team to accomplish project goals.
• Assisting with layout and setup of study sites.
• Communicating progress updates and revisions of study protocol to clients, project managers, and executives within the firm.
• Working in teams with senior consultants to develop full project proposals and budgets based on statements of work from clients.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Travel willingness

Education

B.S./B.A. or M.S./M.A. in Science or Engineering or related field

Job description

Exponent is seeking a Research Associate for our Data Sciences Practice in Phoenix, AZ. You will join a team to plan and conduct data collection efforts supporting clients in consumer electronics and life sciences.

You will operate hardware systems, moderate user studies, and travel to study sites as needed. Strong communication, analytical thinking, and teamwork are essential to success in this role.