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Research AssistantExponent • Menlo Park, CA, US
Research Assistant

Research Assistant

Exponent • Menlo Park, CA, US
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Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking Research Assistants for our Practice in Menlo Park, CA. In this role, you will work as part of a team to conduct and plan data collection efforts that support clients in consumer electronics and life sciences.

You will be responsible for

  • 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
  • Traveling to support user studies locally and domestically with opportunities for international travel
  • 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

You will have the following skills and qualifications

  • ./. or ./. in Science, Engineering, or a related field such as Computer Science, Physics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Chemistry, Cognitive Science or Biomedical Engineering or related field
  • Experience with human subjects testing, usability testing, or surveys is preferred
  • Experience with hardware and software development or troubleshooting 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
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time to domestic and international study sites

Life @ Exponent

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