UX Researcher III Job at Linda Werner & Associates in Seattle

Summary:

This position supports multiple programs and research in the Augmented, Mixed, and Virtual Reality domains. We are seeking creative researchers to tackle challenging and exciting problems for the Reality Labs Human Factors Pathfinding UXR team. In this role, you will explore input devices for the next generation of computing, focusing on physical comfort, natural motion, biomechanics, and human motor systems. You will actively design, plan, and conduct fast-paced research studies in a new research laboratory. The role requires technical competence in data collection and processing of biomechanical time series data, such as kinematics, EMG, and force data. You'll work closely with prototypers, engineers, and other researchers to design the computing of the future.

Responsibilities:

• Design, plan, and conduct studies to understand how novel computer experiences impact users.
• Collect and analyze biomechanical and physiological test data to understand the user experience.
• Develop and execute scripts to analyze and interpret time-series data.
• Set up and maintain research laboratory equipment (up to 50 pounds), computer software, and lab supplies.
• Document, synthesize, and present data.
• Conduct literature reviews for self-education and to educate others.
• Integrate and synchronize research equipment with new technologies.
• Ensure participant safety and comfort during research studies.
• Travel between neighboring Meta offices (1 mile) within downtown Seattle with prototypes and equipment.
• Report to the UX Research Scientist.

Requirements:

• Experience with human participant research.
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment for data collection (calibration, recording data, processing).
• Proficiency in data analysis using computer languages (e.g., Matlab/Python/R) to filter, visualize, and process data, especially in three dimensions.
• Ability to write and execute scripts in C-Motion Visual 3D.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:

• Preferred experience in consumer product development research.
• Knowledge and understanding of kinematics, forces, and electromyography (EMG) data.
• Understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and biomechanical analysis tools and techniques.
• Experience with mechanical, biomechanical, anthropometrical, animation, perception, and physiological data.
• Experience with sensors such as three-dimensional motion capture, force plates, strain gauges, accelerometers, pressure sensors, and electromyography.
• Ability to synthesize data and write clear and concise test results.
• Preferably, a record of presenting and publishing experiments in journals and/or at scientific conferences.

Education:

• Master's or Doctorate Degree, or equivalent experience in fields such as Biomechanics or Mechanical Engineering.

Location: Seattle, WA (Onsite)

Role type: Contract 6 Month Position

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you or will you in the future require any sponsorship to work in the US?

Language:

• English (Required)