Aquent
Design Researcher
Aquent, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
We’re looking for a freelance
Design Researcher.
The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.Duration:
on-going 40 hours per weekLocation:
hybrid /on-site in Irvine, CA.The Design Researchers will lead the team through a journey of human-centered research to uncover insights that contribute to all phases of the design process. They champion the voice of users and leverage inspiration to discover hidden opportunities. Experience with a variety of qualitative research methods and tools, and experience working on collaborative design projects is key.As a Design Researcher you will…Plan and InspireDesign and plan generative, qualitative research, including developing profiles and screening criteria for participant recruitmentIdentify external experts or analogous experiences to inspire the teamWork with a wide variety of stakeholders to define learning objectives and craft research plansUse and help the team use methods such as field observation, analogous research, conversations with experts and extreme users, concept evaluation, and participatory design, to explore the edge of what’s possible in the near and farDesign compelling research experiences that generate actionable insightsWith the design team, create research stimuli to deeply understand user needs, uncover possibilities, and test assumptionsExperiment with different tools and methods to stretch and challenge our learningSynthesize research findings and unearth systems-level patterns and frameworksHelp develop creative storytelling tools to enable design for user goals, values, and aspirationsMake research findings relevant and impactful for design through a variety of formats such as insights, decks, stories, videos, and experiencesFacilitate post-research learning events such as generative design workshopsBasic Qualifications:5 + years of qualitative research experience culminating in a sound ability to scope a research plan, conduct fieldwork, lead synthesis and storytelling5 + years’ experience using human-centered design, design thinking principles or methodsPreferred Qualifications:Experience in designing and/or facilitating group collaboration workshops.Master’s or PhD in sociology, anthropology, psychology, design, or another liberal arts degreeExperience working on highly collaborative teams, or other multidisciplinary teamsThe target hiring compensation range for this role is $50.00 to $70.00 an hour.
Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.
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Design Researcher.
The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.Duration:
on-going 40 hours per weekLocation:
hybrid /on-site in Irvine, CA.The Design Researchers will lead the team through a journey of human-centered research to uncover insights that contribute to all phases of the design process. They champion the voice of users and leverage inspiration to discover hidden opportunities. Experience with a variety of qualitative research methods and tools, and experience working on collaborative design projects is key.As a Design Researcher you will…Plan and InspireDesign and plan generative, qualitative research, including developing profiles and screening criteria for participant recruitmentIdentify external experts or analogous experiences to inspire the teamWork with a wide variety of stakeholders to define learning objectives and craft research plansUse and help the team use methods such as field observation, analogous research, conversations with experts and extreme users, concept evaluation, and participatory design, to explore the edge of what’s possible in the near and farDesign compelling research experiences that generate actionable insightsWith the design team, create research stimuli to deeply understand user needs, uncover possibilities, and test assumptionsExperiment with different tools and methods to stretch and challenge our learningSynthesize research findings and unearth systems-level patterns and frameworksHelp develop creative storytelling tools to enable design for user goals, values, and aspirationsMake research findings relevant and impactful for design through a variety of formats such as insights, decks, stories, videos, and experiencesFacilitate post-research learning events such as generative design workshopsBasic Qualifications:5 + years of qualitative research experience culminating in a sound ability to scope a research plan, conduct fieldwork, lead synthesis and storytelling5 + years’ experience using human-centered design, design thinking principles or methodsPreferred Qualifications:Experience in designing and/or facilitating group collaboration workshops.Master’s or PhD in sociology, anthropology, psychology, design, or another liberal arts degreeExperience working on highly collaborative teams, or other multidisciplinary teamsThe target hiring compensation range for this role is $50.00 to $70.00 an hour.
Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.
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