Design Science is a human factors group founded in 1991. Our mission is to amplify the needs of patients, their caregivers, and healthcare professionals in order to cultivate the advancement of healthcare technology. We do this in partnership with some of the world’s leading medical device and pharmaceutical companies, harnessing the skills of members of our organization in human factors research, design, and video to collect important insights about how users interact with medical products. Research results in outcomes like easier and faster therapies, and ultimately, a better quality of life for patients.

Design Science is headquartered in the heart of Philadelphia, PA, with offices in Evanston, IL and Munich, Germany. We have over 40 employees working across our three locations. Our team is made up of diverse, talented, caring individuals who value socially impactful work in a collaborative culture. We offer the opportunity to grow as a professional, experiencing a wide variety of projects and clients in a growing organization.

Overview:

Designers are responsible for visual data interpretation, translation, organization, design iteration, and/or prototyping (in conjunction with research staff, with support of the Design Director). They are also responsible for creation of the company’s consistent visual information output and design presence (with support of the Design Director).

Responsibilities:

• Developing instructional materials that are grounded in regulatory guidance, knowledge of human factors, and best practices in graphic design.
• Producing deliverables that are consistent with, or expand upon, company standards for quality, branding, and visual elements.
• Interpreting and manipulating data/information to produce actionable deliverables
• Championing the design perspective clearly and professionally in communication with clients and internal team members.

Essential Requirements:

• BS/BA in industrial design; graphic design; communications design, or related field required. MA or other graduate degree beneficial.
• 3+ years of experience creating information graphics, motion graphics, and/or instructional materials and GUIs for medical/commercial products.
• 3+ years of experience collaborating with internal or external stakeholders and/or clients.
• Ability to apply design-based knowledge and skills to expertly interpret, synthesize, and translate data into actionable information.
• Excellent technical design skills (e.g., typography, color theory, layout) and attention to detail.
• Extreme proficiency in Adobe applications (Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop required; additional beneficial), Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
• Ability to work full time at the Design Science office in Philadelphia, PA and to travel 20% of the time, domestically and internationally.
• The finalist must be able to successfully pass a background check.

Additional Desired Skills and Experience:                                           

• Creative thinker with sensitivity for data visualization and product design.
• Evidence of the ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously.
• Evidence of collaboration with colleagues in other disciplines such as software development, mechanical and electrical engineering, human factors, cognitive psychology, and marketing.
• Working general knowledge of human factors and ethnography.

Here’s what we’re offering:

• Full-time position (40+ hrs/week)
• Salary commensurate with experience
• Lots of benefits: Health, dental, vision, life, disability, 401k, bonus-eligibility, 20 days PTO to start, family leave, flex work hours, all you can drink coffee, the best co-workers, and more!

Other:

Resume / cover letter / professional presence or portfolio website is required. Philadelphia area candidates highly preferred. No relocation package available. 

Visit our website / blog at www.dscience.com for more information on the company, or check us out on social media @designscience . 

EEO

Minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply