ANNIKA SCHNABEL
My official qualification for this job
Master in Human-Machine Communication, University of Groningen, NL.
I speak German and English.
I have been working in usability / human factors for medical devices since November 2021.
My real qualification for this job
First: I love what I do.
I enjoy the variety of this role and working with different medical products – from software to Class III devices.
I enjoy familiarizing myself with new products.
I work analytically, in a structured and precise manner, with a strong focus on compliance and regulatory requirements.
I am detail-oriented and have in-depth knowledge of all relevant medical usability standards.
What I am particularly good at
User Experience: I conduct formative and summative usability tests, analyze results, and provide human factors consulting for medical devices.
Documentation: I create all relevant documentation for approvals – Human Factors Reports (FDA), Usability Engineering Files, UIUP documentation.
Methods & Tools: Moderated usability tests, interviews, expert reviews, Microsoft Office, Figma, Miro.
The notorious fun facts you need to have on such a page
• I love to stay active – whether it’s cycling, working out, or bouldering.

