Scientist Intern: Performance Augmentation & Human Factors

Aptima; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptima seeks a motivated candidate to assist in cognitive science and human factors research. You will review peer-reviewed literature, study systems design, conduct usability testing, and support data collection and user interviews.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a graduate program in applied mathematics, statistics, computer science, or physics and can obtain a US government security clearance. Strong written communication is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.
• Demonstrated expertise in human factors and system usability evaluation.
• Completed B.A./B.S. in an applied mathematics discipline (statistics, computer science, or mathematics).
• Pursuing or completed at least one year of graduate coursework toward a Master or Doctoral degree in an applied mathematics discipline.
• Background in human factors, cognitive science, or related behavioral science disciplines; strong analytical and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in search for and review peer-reviewed scientific literature on cognitive science and human factors research.
• Studying and contributing to systems design.
• Conducting usability testing and human-in-the-loop evaluations.
• Supporting data collection and analysis activities.
• Participating in user interviews.
• Assisting with technical documentation.
• Apply written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with team members using email, phone, and virtual meeting technology.
• Participate in a timely, productive, and collegial manner on a multidisciplinary project team.

Skills

Security clearance

Human factors

Usability evaluation

Written communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

B.A./B.S. in applied mathematics (statistics / computer science / mathematics)

Graduate coursework in applied mathematics (Master/Doctoral)

Job description

Aptima seeks a motivated candidate to assist in cognitive science and human factors research. You will review peer-reviewed literature, study systems design, conduct usability testing, and support data collection and user interviews.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a graduate program in applied mathematics, statistics, computer science, or physics and can obtain a US government security clearance. Strong written communication is preferred.