Research Assistant

About the role

We are currently seeking Research Assistants for our Data Sciences Practice in Phoenix, AZ. This role involves working as part of a team to conduct and plan data collection efforts that support clients in consumer electronics and life sciences. Key responsibilities include operating and troubleshooting prototype hardware systems, moderating user studies, developing project management and execution strategies, and assisting with site layout and setup.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot prototype hardware systems
• Moderate user studies with a wide variety of participants at various locations, including troubleshooting study execution issues in the field and proposing corrective actions
• Develop project management and execution strategy with consultant team to accomplish project goals
• Aid in layout and setup of study sites
• Communicate progress updates and revisions of study protocol to clients, project managers, and executives within the firm
• Work in teams with senior consultants to develop full project proposals and budgets based on statements of work from clients

Requirements

• B.S./B.A. or M.S./M.A. 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
• Strong analytical thinking and real-time problem solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time to domestic and international study sites

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time to domestic and international study sites

Skills

• Strong analytical thinking and real-time problem solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work in teams with a strong desire to contribute
• Experience with human subjects testing, usability testing, or surveys
• Experience with hardware and software development or troubleshooting

Benefits

You will enjoy access to benefits information on our Life @ Exponent page: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

Pay

The pay rate for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.

Schedule

Our work environment is in-person, and you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment.

Exponent

At Exponent, we are committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits, as well as compensation and recognition programs, empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.

Life @ Exponent

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:

• https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
• https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

Equal Opportunity Employer

We value and encourage diversity, equity and inclusion across all facets of our firm. Having a team built of people with different backgrounds, skills and perspectives allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment where all have a sense of belonging.