Principal Human Factors Engineer, Device User Interface
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland · Full Time
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Job description
About Viatris
McDermott Laboratories Limited, part of Viatris, is globally recognized for bridging the gap between generic and branded medicines to meet healthcare needs worldwide. Our mission is to empower individuals to live healthier lives at every stage, providing quality medicines to about one billion patients annually across a broad spectrum of life moments and medical conditions.
Role Overview
The Principal Human Factors Engineer specializing in Device User Interface will join a dynamic team responsible for transforming user requirements and use-risk assessments into detailed, traceable design inputs throughout the lifecycle of medical device development. This role leads comprehensive Human Factors activities ranging from initial formative evaluations to final summative and comparative use studies, including risk assessments tied to use scenarios.
Key Responsibilities
- Delivering user interface contributions aligned with global drug delivery (GDD) program milestones, ensuring design inputs and human factors activities are incorporated appropriately.
- Developing tailored human factors programs for products, with execution of development and validation studies at key device development phases.
- Collaborating with clinical, regulatory, and labelling teams to support clinical protocol development, trade dress design, and user-friendly labelling in line with GDD requirements.
- Creating and validating Instructions for Use that comply with design inputs and regulatory requirements through the Human Factors program.
Candidate Profile
- Educational background in Human Factors Engineering, Medical Device/Product Design, Psychology, or equivalent qualifications.
- Practical experience in Human Factors Engineering within the Pharmaceutical or Medical Device sectors.
- Documented success in executing comprehensive Human Factors programs.
- Familiarity with drug delivery systems such as pen injectors, autoinjectors, vial kits, inhalers, and prefilled syringes.
- In-depth understanding of relevant industry standards including AAMI/ANSI HE75, ISO 62366, ISO 14971, and ISO 13485.
Inclusion & Diversity
Viatris is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace and encourages all candidates, even those whose experience does not fully coincide with every stated qualification, to apply.
Benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
- Initiatives supporting work-life balance.
- Bonus program participation.
- Health insurance coverage.
- Retirement pension plans.
We provide a competitive compensation package in a supportive environment where diverse experiences and perspectives contribute to meaningful impact on global health.
Equal Opportunity
Viatris is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Minimum education
Bachelor's Degree