Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Secretariat
Job overview
The Associate Director - Human Factors at Secretariat leads human factors analysis and consulting to enhance safety and performance across various industries, impacting critical engineering and legal cases.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves conducting failure analyses, planning tests, field inspections, client communication, report preparation, managing multiple engagements, and supporting hearings and mediations.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $150,000 to $200,000 depending on location and experience; Secretariat promotes diversity and offers an inclusive work environment.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a Master's or PhD in relevant fields with 5-10 years of human factors experience, certifications preferred, strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills, and the ability to travel.
Career development
The role offers growth in a rapidly expanding firm with opportunities to lead a growing practice and develop expertise in forensic and human factors consulting.
Work environment and culture
Secretariat fosters an open, collaborative culture emphasizing professional development, diversity, and inclusion within a global expert services firm.
Company information
Secretariat is a global expert services firm with over 500 professionals in 20+ cities, recognized as a leader in arbitration and expert witness services.
Team overview
The candidate will join the Global Engineering and Scientific consulting team, focusing on human factors within a multidisciplinary group addressing complex engineering challenges.
Unique job features
The position involves working on high-stakes legal and engineering challenges, combining forensic analysis with human factors expertise in a prestigious, growing firm.
Company overview
Secretariat is a leading firm specializing in expert advisory services in the fields of construction, government contracts, and commercial litigation. They generate revenue through consulting fees, providing expert testimony, and offering strategic advice to clients involved in complex disputes and projects. Founded in 2008, Secretariat has quickly established itself as a trusted advisor in the industry, known for its deep expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality, data-driven insights. The company has a global presence, with offices in major cities around the world, and is recognized for its role in high-profile cases and projects.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your advanced expertise in human factors, emphasizing experience in experimental design, forensic analysis, and safety consulting as outlined in the job description for Secretariat's Associate Director position.
Showcase your ability to conduct failure analyses, laboratory testing, and field inspections, along with strong communication skills to interact with clients and counsel effectively.
Apply through multiple channels including Secretariat's corporate career site, LinkedIn job postings, and specialized forensic or human factors professional networks to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with current professionals in Secretariat's Human Factors or Engineering Sciences teams, using ice breakers like commenting on recent projects Secretariat has undertaken or expressing enthusiasm about their leading role in global arbitration expert services.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'human factors,' 'forensic analysis,' 'experimental design,' 'safety consulting,' 'technical report writing,' and 'client communication' to ensure your application passes automated screenings.
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