Principal Human Factors Engineer, Device User Interface
About this opportunity
McDermott Laboratories Limited
Viatris is a global healthcare company uniquely positioned to bridge the traditional divide between generics and brands, combining the best of both to more holistically address healthcare needs globally. With a mission to empower people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life, we provide access at scale, currently supplying high-quality medicines to approximately 1 billion patients around the world annually and touching all of life's moments, from birth to the end of life, acute conditions to chronic diseases.
We have been included on number of award lists that demonstrate the impact we are making.
The Role
We're looking for a Principal Human Factors Engineer, Device User Interface to join a high-performing team translating user needs and use-related risks into robust, traceable design inputs across the device development lifecycle. You'll execute end-to-end Human Factors activities, from early formative evaluations through Summative and Comparative Use HF studies, Comparative Analyses and Use Related Risk Assessments.
What You'll Be Doing
Executing User Interface deliverables within GDD program teams, ensuring that all relevant design input, user interface and human factors activities are appropriately mapped to program milestones.
Developing product specific human factors programs, conducting appropriate development and validation studies/activities at key stages during the device development program.
Linking to clinical, regulatory and labelling teams throughout the program to ensure that GDD adequately support the development of clinical protocols, Trade Dress and user-facing labelling.
Designing Instructions for Use to meet Design Input requirements, aligning with regulatory pathway and validating through the Human Factors program.
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About You
Degree in Human Factors Engineering / Medical Device/Product Design / Psychology, or equivalent.
Experience in Human Factors Engineering for the Pharmaceutical / Medical Device industry.
Proven track record in Human Factors program execution.
Knowledge of drug delivery technologies, e.g. pen injectors, autoinjectors, vial kits, inhaler technologies, and prefilled syringes.
Detailed knowledge of key industry standards, including AAMI/ANSI HE75, ISO 62366, ISO 14971 and ISO 13485.
At Viatris, we're building a truly diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't fully align with every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
Benefits at Viatris
Excellent career progression opportunities
Work-life balance initiatives
Bonus scheme
Health insurance
Pension
A t Viatris, we offer competitive salar ies , benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others.
Viatris is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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