Lab Assistant

Company : TalentBurst, Inc.

Title: Lab Assistant

Location: Santa Clara CA 95051

Duration:12+ months Onsite

Mode of interview: Zoom and In-Person

No of rounds of interview: 3

Job Description:

• The Human Factors Lab Assistant will play a key role in supporting day-to-day operations within the Human Factors Engineering laboratory.
• This includes assisting with usability studies, maintaining and preparing lab equipment, managing supplies, and ensuring the lab remains compliant with safety and regulatory standards.
• The ideal candidate will bring a strong sense of organization, technical aptitude, and a foundational knowledge of human factors research.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the setup, configuration, and teardown of da Vinci systems and other lab equipment for human factors research and usability testing.
• Maintain and calibrate lab equipment; troubleshoot basic technical issues as needed.
• Operate and manage data collection tools such as video recording systems, biometric sensors, and eye-tracking devices.
• Monitor and restock lab consumables to ensure necessary materials are readily available.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient laboratory environment.
• Ensure all lab activities align with safety protocols, ethical guidelines, and company policies.
• Collaborate with human factors engineers and research staff to improve lab operations and processes.
• Provide administrative support including procurement, scheduling, preparation of study materials, and coordinating logistics for research activities.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Factors, Psychology, Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, or a related discipline or equivalent experience.
• 2 4 years of experience in a lab technician, project coordinator, or similar support role.
• Basic knowledge of human factors principles and usability testing methods.
• Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and study participants.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with research data collection software.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to follow SOPs, protocols, and regulatory standards.
• Flexible, proactive, and eager to adapt to changing lab needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with usability testing tools, survey platforms, or statistical software.
• Background in medical devices, healthcare, or another regulated industry.
• Familiarity with lab safety practices and equipment upkeep.
• Hands-on experience conducting ergonomic, cognitive workload, or user interface studies.
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and transport lab equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable standing or working for extended periods in a lab environment.

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