Product Research Associate (Human Factors)

BISCO; Schaumburg (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HRA and FSA

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

Pet insurance

PTO

401(k) with company match

Potential year-end bonuses

Job summary

BISCO in Schaumburg, IL is offering a Product Research Associate position with a hybrid schedule: two days from home after three months, and three days in the Schaumburg office. The role supports R&D through human factors activities and risk management via documentation and user research efforts.

The responsibilities include assisting with study planning, data collection and analysis, maintaining project documents, and contributing to risk management files.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a scientific/engineering/medical discipline.
• Entry-level; no prior work experience required.
• Proficient English writing and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• General understanding of research methodology and practices.
• Competent computer skills in Windows, MS Office, email and internet.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and assemble prototype packages.
• Office environment experience with extended computer use.

Responsibilities

• Support human factors research activities across the product life cycle.
• Assist with planning, coordination and execution of studies.
• Collect, organize and analyze study data to identify user needs and insights.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and timely completion of activities.
• Contribute to risk management files.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English writing

Communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Research methodology understanding

Data/documentation skills

Ability to lift 25 pounds

Prototype package assembly

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physical or life sciences, engineering, social sciences, medical sciences, or related discipline

Tools

Windows

MS Office

Email

Internet

Job description

This position will have the option to work a hybrid schedule, with two days from home after three months of employment, with the remainder working in our office out of Schaumburg, IL.

We are seeking a Product Research Associate to support our R&D operations by contributing to human factors activities and risk management via supporting documentation and user research efforts. This position is responsible for assisting with the collection, organization, and analysis of internal and external data to support the preparation and maintenance of risk management documentation and user research activities.

Salary range: $55K to $64K, commensurate with experience Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, HRA and FSA, short and long-term disability, life insurance, pet insurance, PTO, 401(k) profit‑sharing with match, potential year‑end bonuses.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Clinical Research Network
  • Assist in recruitment and retention of clinical researchers; including acting as a liaison that conveys information and answers clinicians’ questions, establishing positive working relationships with clinicians.
  • Assist in the reimbursement of participating clinicians.
• Human Factors
  • Support human factors research activities throughout the product life cycle, including assisting with the planning, coordination, and execution of studies.
  • Aid in collection, organization, and analysis of study data to support the identification of user needs and customer insights that inform product development.
  • Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure timely completion of assigned activities.
• Risk Management
  • Contribute to the creation and maintenance of risk management files.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in physical or life sciences, engineering, social sciences, medical sciences, or related discipline.
• Entry‑level; no prior work experience required.
• Proficient English writing and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• General understanding of research methodology and practices.
• Competent general computer skills in Windows, MS Office, email, and internet.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and have dexterity functions to assemble prototype packages.
• Ability to work in office environment including working at a computer for extended periods and using office equipment.

WHY BISCO, INC?

• • Respectful – Professional. Humble. Considerate.
  • Positive – Friendly. Inclusive. Curious.
  • Team Player – Helpful. Cooperative. Flexible.
• Agility of a small company but the stability of a big company
• Industry‑leading dental restorative products
• Broad exposure to activities across the company
• Family‑oriented environment with positive team players
• Approachable, respectful, and down‑to‑earth people
• Long‑tenured employees to whom the leadership is committed
• Employees feel valued and are proud to be a part of the company
• Monthly whole‑company fun events!

Since 1981, BISCO has provided innovative dental restorative products to dental customers around the world. Our primary focus is adhesive and composite technology. Located northwest of Chicago in Schaumburg, our ISO 13485 certified facility includes on‑site manufacturing and research. Our privately‑owned organization provides the opportunity for a close‑knit environment that encourages inter‑departmental collaboration. For more about us, please visit our website at www.bisco.com.

This is an excellent opportunity to make an impact and to grow professionally, while contributing to the company’s success!

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