Assoc Director, Human Factors Engineering and Human-Centered Design Specialist

Assoc Director, Human Factors Engineering and Human-Centered Design SpecialistOverview

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company founded in 1987. We are focused on developing therapies to address unmet medical needs and improve lives. The role focuses on the development of devices and drug-device combination products such as pre-filled syringes and auto-injectors.

All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.

Specific Job Responsibilities

• Support innovation and early-stage development, helping drive project strategy based on human-centered design and human factors principles and methodologies.
• Lead initiatives to advance human-centered design practices within the organization.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative user research to gather insights on user needs, preferences, and behaviors. Analyze research findings to identify opportunities for product and user experience improvement and innovation. Present research findings to stakeholders and provide actionable recommendations.
• Develop and implement design strategies that prioritize user experience and accessibility, including creating personas, journey maps, and simulations to inform design decisions based on a deep and data-based understanding of the user experience and user needs.
• Develop design concepts for devices, packaging, and instructions and create concept sketches, illustrations, and prototypes.
• Use visual design principles to create instructional materials that are visually appealing and effective in conveying information and supporting safe and effective use of products.
• Lead or support human factors engineering (HFE) strategies and activities for device combination product design and development from feasibility, clinical development, through registration, and post-market. This includes requirements definition, use-related risk analysis, formative usability studies, instruction and training development, and summative usability studies.
• Author HFE deliverables for device design history files and HFE sections for health authority submissions and written responses.
• Educate team members and other internal stakeholders on the HFE development process and approach.
• Interface and coordinate with HFE consulting firms to execute human factors engineering activities.
• Improve internal HFE processes at Gilead to ensure consistency, compliance, and efficiency.
• Ensure all HFE work is performed in accordance with SOPs and applicable regulatory requirements.

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is : $182,070.00 - $235,620.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. This position may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary by role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans subject to plan terms. For additional benefits information, visit : https : / / www.gilead.com / careers / compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

Equal Employment Opportunity

For jobs in the United States : Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job-related characteristics or prohibited grounds by applicable laws. If accommodations are needed in the job application process, please contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com.

Our environment respects individual differences and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct and supports diversity of thoughts and opinions.

For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors

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