We’re looking for an amazing/exceptional Human Factors Engineer to lead our Usability Team, based in Cambridge. Reporting to the Head of Design Evaluation the Usability Group Lead will grow and drive the team to help shape CMR Surgical’s state-of-the-art surgical robotics system through working closely with both a world-class team of engineers and with the healthcare professions that will be using it.
CMR is an exciting and evolving company to be joining right now. Our commitment to our goal of building a world-class medical devices company is underpinned by the ground-breaking innovation of our next generation of surgical robots and a diverse team of talented and supportive individuals.
At CMR we’re pushing boundaries – enhancing immense human skill with technology to deliver the best surgical care which is why we’re proud to be the Official Medical Device Partner of ParalympicsGB, the team of elite athletes that challenge perceptions of what humans can achieve. The team that inspires us with their determination, their precision and control.
We’re breaking new ground which makes working here exciting, it provides autonomy, opportunity and makes the things you do visible. Come and join us and see what you’re capable of.
We're a diverse company and roles can change and evolve. You’ll be willing to turn your hand to anything within the Human Factors Engineering remit that supports the team with delivering its objectives. It is expected that there will be some travel for studies, but most will be based in Cambridge, however the applicant should have no restrictions on being able to travel to the US and Europe.
To be successful in this role, you’ll need to have significant experience in working as part of a development team to meet Human Factors objectives in a challenging and fast-paced environment. We would also expect you to have an inquisitive nature, high attention to detail and excellent verbal and written communication skills. In addition, you should have:
It would also be helpful if you have:
At CMR we’re building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace; what matters most to us is that you identify with our values and are passionate about making a difference so don’t be put off applying if your experience isn't perfectly matched with this role.
We’d really like to hear from applicants from underrepresented groups and we recognise everyone has individual personal circumstances, so we’re open to discussing reduced/flexible/hybrid working hours for this role.
We offer a competitive salary and a great benefits package including a bonus, non-contributory pension, private healthcare which covers pre-existing conditions, annual personal day for every employee to use however they wish and enhanced global parental leave pay.
We recognise that everyone has a life outside of work and at times we can experience things which are significant and can impact on our working lives. We’ve just launched our Global Parental Leave and Health and Wellbeing leave supporting our colleagues going through the menopause, fertility cycles or pregnancy loss and those going through gender reassignment; allowing them time to look after themselves and those close to them.
CMR can support with travel reimbursement for in-person interviews, providing you live a certain distance from our offices/ sites or if you need a taxi for access needs. Please just get in touch with us interviews@cmrsurgical.com if you have any questions about this, we’re happy to help.
Closing date for applications: 22/09/2023
