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Exponent

Research Assistant

Exponent, Menlo Park, California, United States, 94029

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About Exponent Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients' most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.

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, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's 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, you'll 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

1,100+ Team members

950+ Consultants

640+ Ph.D.s

90+ Disciplines

30+ Offices globally

Our Opportunity We are currently seeking Research Assistant for our Data Sciences 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.

Location: US-CA-Menlo Park; Practice: Data Sciences; Position Type: Full-time; Salary Range: USD $37.50 - USD $40.00 /Hr.

Responsibilities

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

Skills and Qualifications

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

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 to domestic and international study sites based on project needs

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

Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team 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 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.

Work Environment At Exponent, we have found that in-person 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, multi-disciplinary work environment.

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

Salary Range USD $37.50 - USD $40.00 /Hr.

Benefits you will enjoy Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:

https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

Exponent 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.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.

Job Locations US-CA-Menlo Park

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