Design Human Factors Researcher, Apple Design Team
Core
Conduct human factors research to validate physical hardware designs, focusing on ergonomics, usability, and user interaction with products.
Role type
Senior Human Factors Researcher (Hardware)
Builds
Physical prototypes and hardware products
Domain
Consumer electronics / Hardware design
Required skills
Human factors research planning, anthropometric measurements, usability evaluation, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, physical data collection (motion capture, pressure mapping), statistical analysis, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Industrial design appreciation, ergonomic standards knowledge, biomechanical testing experience, presenting technical findings to design teams
Technologies
Motion capture systems, pressure mapping tools, statistical analysis software
Responsibilities
Plan and conduct user research studies including physical prototype testing and anthropometric measurements. Advocate for user needs, ergonomics, and accessibility across diverse populations. Collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data including physical and behavioral measurements. Present research findings using experimental data and statistical analysis. Partner with Industrial Design, Product Design Engineering, and Human Interface teams. Lead generative and evaluative research studies across hardware programs. Stay current on research methods, ergonomic standards, and competitor products.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC