Human Factors Engineer

A global medical device company is looking for a Human Factors Engineer to join their Research and Development team on a contract basis. You will work with relevant R&D engineers to conduct field case research and case study observation with the ability to apply findings into human interface requirements and for the purpose of concept selection/refinement, use-related risk identification, and formal usability validation with intended users. Your role will support two of their latest projects.

Essential skills: Experience with Human Factors/Usability in medical devices and familiarity with existing IEC Usability standards, AAMI Human Factors standards and/or FDA Human Factors Guidance.Experience in writing formative and summative usability test protocols and reports and designing instructions for use (IFU) documents.Knowledge and experience with user/use environment research, scenario development, and documentation.Skilled in conducting usability evaluations, including facilitation and observation, and supports risk management. Desirable skills: Experience in compiling the usability engineering file (UEF) for regulatory submissions, therefore developing use specifications, use errors, UOUP, Task analysis, uFMEA.Knowledge of medical device usability regulatory standards and requirements.Ability to lead all Human Factors/Usability activities on development projects and able to progress work independently with minimal supervision. The start date is ASAP/5th August. The initial contract length is for 6-12 months, with options to extend after. The role is based in Limerick but will be remote-based. The rate is EUR52 per hour, depending on experience.

If you are interested in the role, please send your latest CV, and I will call you to discuss further details.

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