Technology & Engineering Full-time

Research Assistant - Human Factors

Exponent

Posted

Jul 21, 2026

Location

USA

Type

Full-time

Mission

What you will drive

  • Operate and troubleshoot prototype hardware systems
  • Moderate user studies with diverse participants, including troubleshooting and proposing corrective actions
  • Assist with layout and setup of study sites, and communicate progress updates to clients and project managers
  • Support statistical programming and management of large databases

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role contributes to creating safer, healthier, and more sustainable products by conducting human factors research that informs consumer product development and ensures user safety.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

  • B.S./B.A. or M.S./M.A. in Cognitive Sciences, Psychology, Neuroscience, Human Factors, or related fields
  • Experience with human subjects testing, usability testing, or surveys preferred
  • Experience with budgeting or project management preferred
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

Benefits

What's in it for you

Exponent offers competitive benefits and compensation programs, including health and well-being support. Specific salary details are not provided in the posting.

About

Inside Exponent

Exponent is a premium engineering and scientific consulting firm that solves clients' most unique and urgent challenges, engaging multidisciplinary teams to create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world.