Senior Human Factors Researcher

We're looking for a Senior Human Factors Researcher to join our Design Research team. This role is ideal for a researcher with a deep technical background in physical hardware and ergonomics who's ready to own end-to-end research for our next generation of wearable technology. As a Senior Researcher, you'll be a key contributor to the design and development of Ōura rings, ensuring our devices deliver world-class comfort, fit, and usability.

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end research and conduct human factors and ergonomics evaluations across the full product lifecycle; Collaborate closely with industrial and product designers, fellow human factors researchers, electrical and mechanical engineers, and program management; Convert anthropometric and human modeling findings into concrete, actionable parameters, sensor placement, sizing, geometry, and materials; Produce high-impact findings that directly shape hardware decisions and support critical product validation milestones; Champion human factors and human modeling in the design and development process; Support quality and compliance by contributing to documentation for quality assurance and future regulatory submissions

Requirements

Master's or Ph.D. in a field related to the human body, measurement science, body modeling, statistics, design integration, or applied human factors (e.g., Human Factors, Ergonomics, Biomechanics, Biomedical Engineering, Biological Anthropology, Computer Vision, Geometric/Computational Modeling, Machine Learning, Statistics, Data Science, ME/EE, Physics, HCI, Cognitive Psychology, or Anthropometry/Kinesiology); 5+ years conducting human factors research focused on physical hardware, wearables, or body-worn technology; Experience interpreting and applying 3D anthropometric datasets (e.g., photogrammetry, laser scanning, MRI) to inform product parameters and form factor decisions; Strong command of ergonomic and anthropometric principles applied to hardware development, including evaluating comfort and fit across a diverse global population; Mastery of experimental design, usability testing, physical interaction studies, and comfort assessments; Proficiency analyzing qualitative and quantitative human body data in Python, R, or MATLAB; Familiarity with CAD and common digital human modeling tools, or a track record of close collaboration with hardware engineering; Proven ability to communicate technical findings clearly to stakeholders; Sharp analytical judgment under pressure with excellent organization and attention to detail; Willing to work early hours PST, 7–8am generally, to collaborate across time zones; Able to read the full posting and share your favorite color during your first interaction with Oura

Nice to have

Experience with computational geometry or 3D analysis tools such as Rhino, Grasshopper, or Python geometry libraries; Familiarity with digital human modeling tools; Familiarity with CAD, 3D printing, or physical prototyping; Background in global user research and inclusive design practices; Knowledge of physiological monitoring or wearable sensor integration; Prior experience in health tech, consumer electronics, or fitness wearables

Benefits

Competitive salary and equity packages; Health, dental, vision insurance, and mental health resources; An Oura Ring of your own plus employee discounts for friends & family; 20 days of paid time off plus 13 paid holidays plus 8 days of flexible wellness time off; Paid sick leave and parental leave