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About Exponent
We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science engineering and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer healthier more sustainable world. For over five decades weve connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrows solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes ensure the safety and health of their users and address the challenges of sustainability.
Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent youll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas talents backgrounds and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus we help you grow your career through mentoring sponsorship and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!
Key statistics:
- 1100 Team members
- 950 Consultants
- 640 Ph.D.s
- 90 Disciplines
- 30 Offices globally
Our Opportunity
We are currently seekingResearch Assistantsfor ourData Sciences Practice in Los Angeles 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 locationsincludingtroubleshooting study 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 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
- B.S./B.A. or M.S./M.A. in Science Engineering or a related fieldsuch 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 realtime problem solving skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Willingness to travel approximately 30 of the time to domestic and international study sites
Life @ Exponent
To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact please visit the following links:
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.
Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and wellbeing. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.
Work Environment
At Exponent we have found that inperson interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative dynamic multidisciplinary work environment.
Compensation
The pay rate for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.
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Benefits you will enjoy
Access benefits information on our Life @ Exponent page:
is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin veteran status disability sexual orientation gender identity or any other protected status.
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