Lead Design Researcher — Human-Centered Innovation Leader

Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd.; Droitwich Spa; Teletrabalho; GBP 90 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Vax is seeking a Lead Design Researcher in Droitwich Spa to shape how consumer insights influence future products and experiences. You will work closely with Industrial Design, Advanced Development, Product Management and Consumer Insights to uncover unmet needs and translate insights into actionable strategies.

You will lead qualitative and quantitative research, build strong consumer relationships, and champion human-centered design across the innovation process.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in a design, research, psychology, anthropology or related discipline and at least 8 years of Design Research experience.
• Strong expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Experience conducting ethnographic studies, workshops and concept validation.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the Design Research discipline, establishing best practices and research methodologies.
• Plan and execute qualitative and quantitative research activities including ethnographic studies, contextual inquiry, usability testing and concept validation.
• Build and maintain relationships with consumers and users to understand evolving needs and behaviours.
• Translate research findings into actionable opportunities, design principles and roadmaps.
• Partner with design, engineering and product management to shape future concepts and product directions.
• Facilitate workshops and co-creation activities to drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Communicate findings through storytelling, presentations and recommendations to influence decisions.
• Champion human-centered design across the innovation process.
• Develop Design Research capability within the organisation.

Conhecimentos

Design Research

Qualitative Methods

Quantitative Methods

Ethnography

Usability Testing

Workshop Facilitation

Storytelling

Stakeholder Influence

Design Strategy

Formação académica

Bachelor's Degree in Design Research

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Vax is seeking a Lead Design Researcher in Droitwich Spa to shape how consumer insights influence future products and experiences. You will work closely with Industrial Design, Advanced Development, Product Management and Consumer Insights to uncover unmet needs and translate insights into actionable strategies.

You will lead qualitative and quantitative research, build strong consumer relationships, and champion human-centered design across the innovation process.