Posted - August 20, 2010

Human Factors Psychologist
American Institutes for Research
Washington, DC (Georgetown)
The American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a leading social science research firm that applies science to address real-world issues. AIR's Education, Human Development and the Workforce Program works collaboratively with clients to improve individual, team, and organizational performance and prides itself in conducting high-impact, high-stakes projects for significant Federal, state, and private organizations. We are currently seeking a Human Factors Psychologist for our Washington, D.C. (Georgetown) office.

Responsibilities:
The Human Factors Psychologist will serve on a wide variety of projects related to human performance. The selected candidate for this position will work primarily on human factors projects including the evaluation of software design, user manual design, usability testing, job/task analysis, human error analysis, voluntary safety program development, training program development and evaluation, and performance assessment. General position responsibilities include conducting technical work and summarizing results in written reports, serving as a task leader, interfacing with clients, preparing and managing project budgets, and contributing to proposals.

Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Masters or PhD in Human Factors, Applied Experimental Psychology, or related discipline. Education and/or experience in human-machine interface, usability testing, task analysis, skill acquisition/decay, training development and evaluation, automation, research design and statistics is required. Must be proficient in data analysis and possess strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience in aviation industry or aviation human factors, and with NextGen preferred.

For more information and to apply on-line, please visit our career center at http://www.air.org and reference position number 6274 in the keyword search box.

Posted - August 18, 2010

Human Factors Engineer - FAA Programs
Washington, DC Area
Description of Duties:

• Provide Human Factors Engineering support in support of FAA programs including human factors technical planning, computer-human interface design, and human factors analysis. In addition, prepare CHI-design related materials for software costing, requirements analysis for total systems, and computer/human interface support.
• Provide analysis and human factors support to FAA programs for all phases of system development to include: concept development, design, software implementation, training, and test.
• Provide AT CHI Development Support to FAA programs.
• Perform human factors analysis, requirements analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies on FAA programs to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.

General Minimum Requirements:
At a minimum, the Human Factors Engineer shall have the following skill/experience level:

1. Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 9 years of professional experience; or 7 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree.
2. General systems engineering and test background as well as a strong background in human-computer interface design, use of rapid prototyping techniques, usability testing, & the process of incorporating user feedback into the system design. Must be proficient in MS Word, and PowerPoint.
3. Extensive experience with developing Display/ Human Factors aviation automation programs.
4. Strong communication and writing skills and the ability to interface with the customer.
5. Ability to interface with other functional areas to ensure complete understanding of the requirements for complete and accurate implementation.
6. Ability to assess system changes and determine system impacts.

Additionally, the following skills/experiences are preferred:

1. PhD in human factors engineering, human factors psychology, cognitive psychology or related discipline with a focus on human-computer interaction and usability preferred, but will consider Master’s degree if candidate has an exceptionally strong background.
2. BCPE board certified (CPE or CHFP) preferred but will consider non-certified candidate or candidate with alternate certification (e.g., CHFEP).
3. Minimum of 10 years of experience in requirements analysis, human-computer interface design, testing and evaluation, and user-centered design processes as well as system engineering experience writing requirements.
4. Proficiency in Corel Draw and proficiency or experience with DOORS is a plus.

Gary Aughinbaugh
Account Manager
Aerotek, Inc.
Work: (301) 315-1832 (Rockville)
Work: (240) 629-7130 (Frederick)
Cell: (240) 285-6013
Email: gaughinb@aerotek.com

Posted - August 14, 2010

Transportation Human Factors Research Positions
WESTAT
Rockville, MD
WESTAT is seeking researchers with human factors and behavioral research backgrounds who have experience related to roadway and vehicle safety. Westat’s Transportation, Safety, and Social Service Group conducts research across a broad range of transportation issues, such as vehicle-based warnings and displays, driver distraction, speeding and aggressive driving, needs of older and younger driver populations, roadway signing, seat belt use, travel behavior, and crash data analyses. Applicants must have an advanced degree in human factors or a related discipline, evidence of research in transportation or related safety areas, a strong background in research design, and good technical writing skills. Opportunities exist at both mid and more senior levels. Westat, located in Rockville, MD is one of the foremost contract research corporations in the United States. Since 1961, we have conducted surveys and provided statistical research and related services to the agencies of the U.S. Government and to a broad range of institutional and business clients. We are an employee-owned corporation with more than 2,000 research, technical, and administrative staff and a recognized history of technical and managerial excellence.

We offer excellent growth opportunities and an outstanding benefits package including life and health insurance, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), a 401(k) plan, flexible spending accounts, professional development, and tuition assistance. To apply, go to http://www.westat.com/jobs and enter Job ID 3440BR in the space provided for our master’s level position and Job ID 3441BR in the space provided for our Ph.D. level position.

WESTAT
EOE

Posted - August 14, 2010

Industrial Hygienist
Consolidated Safety Services, Inc.
Fairfax, VA
Consolidated Safety Services, Inc. (CSS) has an immediate opening for an Industrial Hygienist to provide industrial hygiene, occupational safety, and environmental services to our Federal government clients. Candidates must have a broad range of experience and knowledge in assessing workplace hazards, developing and implementing ES&H programs, and preparing comprehensive reports to document findings. The Industrial Hygienist will be responsible for performing and managing tasks and for managing personnel assigned to the tasks. The position requires a team-oriented professional with strong organization skills as well as excellent writing and oral communication skills.

We offer a competitive salary and professional competitive benefits package including 401k match, esop, health, dental, life/std/ltd, leave and holidays. Please email resume to eshjobs@consolidatedsafety.com,or fax to 703-352-0535. EOE.

Required Qualifications:

1. BS degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene or related discipline.
2. 5 or more years of related experience.
3. CIH and/or CSP. Candidates possessing both certifications are ideal.
4. US Citizenship.
5. Detail oriented.
6. Experience working with and knowledge of ES&H standards and regulations.
7. Effective written and oral communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Demonstrated ability to work as a solid contributor in a team environment.
2. Previous success as a team lead or other managerial background ideal.
3. Capable of multi-tasking and changing direction depending on work load.
4. Previous Federal government experience.
5. Computer skills including: Excel, PowerPoint, Word.

Posted - July 22, 2010

Research Scientist
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
Arlington, VA
Leading research and communications institute seeks research scientist with interest in solving real problems related to motor vehicle crashes and driver safety. Our research is published in peer-reviewed scientific journals, presented at scientific conferences, and communicated widely to the public and policy makers through the national and local media.

Requirements: research experience; strong writing, communication, and research design skills; demonstrated ability to conceive, design, and carry out projects with minimal supervision; and doctorate or master's in epidemiology, statistics, or social science.

Competitive salary, excellent benefits, and generous technical support. Applicants should send a resume and cover letter with salary requirements.

Apply to:
Anne T. McCartt, PhD
Senior Vice President, Research
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
1005 North Glebe Road, Suite 800
Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 247-1534
Fax: 703-247-1587
Email: research@iihs.org

Posted - June 14, 2010

Safety and Health Specialist (F/T 40 hrs/week)
Safety and Health Specialist (P/T 15-20 hrs/week)
Office of Compliance
U.S. Congress
Wasington, DC
The Office of Compliance is seeking to contract with one part-time occupational safety and health specialist (15-20 hours/week) and one full-time occupational safety and health specialist (40 hours/week). The Congressional Accountability Act requires the General Counsel of the Office of Compliance to inspect facilities in the Legislative Branch of the federal government for compliance with occupational safety and health standards at least once each Congress. The General Counsel is required to submit reports identifying the violations uncovered, describing the steps necessary to achieve their abatement, and assessing the associated risks to employee health and safety. Click here for further details.

Posted - June 14, 2010

Human Factors/Systems Engineer 3
Hunter Green Associates LTD.
Job Responsibilities: Mid level human factors professional to provide unencumbered support to the FAA's Air Traffic Organization En Route and Oceanic Program Operations Directorate in the identification, tracking, planning, coordination and development of FAA ATO Human Factors issues, risks, and research planning. The candidate will use quantitative analysis, human factors and safety methodologies, data collection and data mining, and human centered research evaluation as the basis for human factors planning, analytical support, and solution development. Candidates must have a broad understanding of human factors principles, theories, concepts and techniques.

Requirements (Essential skills and experience necessary to perform the work): Candidate must be a demonstrated self starter with excellent organizational skills, the ability to work in a dynamic environment with changing priorities, the ability to work independently, on teams and often with simultaneous matrix assignments for more than one customer. Must have demonstrated expertise in the field of human factors and statistical application. Those with aviation and FAA or NASA experience are preferred. Specific aviation human factors experience in one or more of the following areas is required: Program Management planning and support, Safety, Air/Ground integration, Technical Operations/Maintenance, Air Traffic Control experience in En Route or Traffic Management, Human Performance Modeling, working with user teams during requirements development, system design and testing, aviation systems and operations (especially air traffic control), performing analyses during the initial phases of a program to determine functional needs and design attributes, application of human factors engineering to the design of systems. Experience working with FAA NextGen concepts highly desirable. Skill in working as part of an interdisciplinary team including the advocacy of human factors in the context of cost and schedule program constraints required. Must have strong customer interface skills and have strong interpersonal communication (oral and written) skills to satisfy job requirements. Must possess a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (i.e., Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) with experience MS Project and Access desired.

Education: Bachelor's of Science degree in applied or experimental psychology, human factors, ergonomics, sociology or industrial engineering from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 5-10 years experience is required.

Knowledge of FAA and ATO organization strongly desired.

For details contact:
Zeke Goulbourne
Director of Business Development
Hunter Green Associates LTD.
40 Exchange Place, Suite 1400
New York, NY 10005-2737
Email: Zeke@Hunter-green.com
Phone: 212-742-0990 ext. 27
Fax: 212-742-7910
Cell: 347-243-2663

Posted - June 9, 2010

Systems Engineer 5
Hunter Green Associates LTD.
Description: Human Factors Engineer Candidate shall perform human factors engineering functions for computer human interface (CHI) analyses, situational awareness, workload studies, human-in-the-loop scenarios, ergonomics, and kinematics.

Education: Qualified candidate shall possess, at a minimum, a Master’s degree in applied or experimental psychology, human factors, ergonomics, or industrial engineering from an accredited college or university and shall demonstrate a minimum of 2 years relevant work experience in an operational (i.e., non-laboratory, end-user) environment.

For details contact:
Zeke Goulbourne
Director of Business Development
Hunter Green Associates LTD.
40 Exchange Place, Suite 1400
New York, NY 10005-2737
Email: Zeke@Hunter-green.com
Phone: 212-742-0990 ext. 27
Fax: 212-742-7910
Cell: 347-243-2663

Posted - June 9, 2010

Senior Research Psychologist
SAIC
McLean, VA
We are searching for an individual to be part of a team conducting human factors highway safety research. The research will entail the use of a range of methods and techniques including field data collection, instrumented vehicle, driving simulation, and other laboratory techniques. The person in this position will design, plan, execute and report on research studies. The work will also entail supervising more junior personnel in the conduct of research efforts. There are opportunities for publishing and presenting leading edge research results. The work is at the FHWA Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center located in McLean, Virginia.

Education: A Ph.D. in experimental psychology or related field with a minimum of five years post graduate demonstrated experience in behavioral research. Experience in highway transportation is preferred.

For job details go to https://cp-its-rmprd.saic.com/MAIN/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?szUniqueCareerPortalID=85&szOrderID=175470 or http://www.saic.com and apply for requistion ID 175470.

Posted - June 7, 2010

Research Psychologist
SAIC
McLean, VA
SAIC is seeking an individual to be part of a team conducting human factors highway safety research. The research may entail field data collection, use of an instrumented vehicle, driving simulation, and other laboratory studies. The person in this position will design, plan, execute and report on research studies. There are opportunities for publishing and presenting leading edge research results. The work is at the FHWA Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center located in McLean, Virginia.

Education: A Ph.D. in experimental psychology or a related field and a minimum of two years demonstrated experience in behavioral research, or a Masters degree in experimental psychology or related field and a minimum of four years of demonstrated behavioral research experience. Experience conducting behavioral research in a graduate program will be considered for the experience requirement.

For job details go to https://cp-its-rmprd.saic.com/MAIN/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?szUniqueCareerPortalID=85&szOrderID=175339 or http://www.saic.com and apply for requistion ID 175339.

Posted - June 7, 2010