Principal Human Factors Scientist

Exponent; New York (NY); In loco; USD 233.000 - 295.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Exponent is seeking a Human Factors Principal Scientist to lead complex investigations and provide strategic guidance across multiple industries. You will mentor staff, publish thought leadership, and develop new business opportunities while serving as a trusted advisor to clients on product design, safety, and human interaction challenges.

The role spans technical leadership, litigation support, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, with opportunities to influence standards and expand the

Competenze

• Ph.D. in Human Factors, Cognitive Psychology, Experimental Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Ergonomics, Cognitive Engineering, Human Systems Integration, or a closely related discipline. M.A./M.S. with relevant experience will also be considered.
• Presently legally authorized to work in the United States; no immigration sponsorship or processing required
• 12+ years of relevant consulting, industry, research, or applied human factors experience
• Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following: Human performance and decision-making; Human-machine interaction; Product safety; Transportation human factors; Occupational safety; Medical device human factors; Accident investigation and reconstruction
• Strong publication record and recognized technical expertise
• Experience managing large and complex projects
• Proven client relationship management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to synthesize scientific information into practical business recommendations
• Expert witness experience
• Consulting experience within a technical, engineering, scientific, or litigation-support environment
• Experience supporting matters involving product liability, transportation incidents, workplace injuries, or regulatory investigations
• Record of generating and growing client relationships resulting in sustained revenue growth
• Professional certifications or leadership roles in HFES, APA, SAE, AAMI, or related organizations

Mansioni

• Lead multidisciplinary investigations involving human performance, perception, cognition, attention, decision-making, ergonomics, and human behavior
• Design and oversee human factors studies, experiments, simulations, evaluations, and risk assessments
• Apply scientific methods to evaluate accident causation, product use, warnings and instructions, workplace safety, transportation systems, and consumer interactions
• Direct project teams conducting data collection, analysis, and interpretation
• Develop defensible technical opinions supported by scientific evidence and industry standards
• Evaluate emerging technologies and their interaction with human users, including automation, autonomous systems, connected products, and AI-enabled technologies
• Serve as principal investigator and trusted advisor for key clients
• Lead large, complex engagements from scoping through final deliverables
• Present findings to executive leadership, legal counsel, regulators, insurers, and technical stakeholders
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear and actionable recommendations
• Evaluate human performance issues associated with accidents, incidents, and product liability matters
• Develop expert analyses and reports
• Support deposition and trial activities
• Serve as an expert witness in areas aligned with technical expertise and experience
• Develop and execute business development strategies within Human Factors and adjacent practice areas
• Build and maintain relationships with existing and prospective clients
• Identify opportunities for cross-practice collaboration
• Prepare proposals, statements of work, and project budgets
• Meet individual revenue and utilization objectives
• Publish technical papers, articles, and conference presentations
• Contribute to industry standards committees and professional organizations
• Enhance Exponent's reputation through external speaking engagements and technical leadership
• Mentor and develop consultants, associates, and senior scientists
• Assist with recruiting and talent development initiatives
• Foster collaboration across engineering, data science, biomechanics, UX, medical device, transportation, and safety disciplines

Conoscenze

Human performance and decision-making

Human-machine interaction

Product safety

Transportation human factors

Occupational safety

Medical device human factors

Accident investigation and reconstr.

Expert witness experience

Formazione

Ph.D. in Human Factors or related; M.A./M.S. with relevant experience

Descrizione del lavoro

Exponent is seeking a Human Factors Principal Scientist to lead complex investigations and provide strategic guidance across multiple industries. You will mentor staff, publish thought leadership, and develop new business opportunities while serving as a trusted advisor to clients on product design, safety, and human interaction challenges.

The role spans technical leadership, litigation support, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, with opportunities to influence standards and expand the