Project-Based Design Researcher (Ethnography)

Conifer; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Conifer Research conducts design research projects domestically and internationally for clients across a wide range of industries.

We are seeking a DESIGN RESEARCHER to join on a project basis, contributing across planning, data collection, analysis and synthesis to deliver actionable insights.

The role emphasizes ethnography, remote research, storytelling and collaboration with clients and internal teams, with opportunities to grow as a consultant and facilitator.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in research or insights, including experience in a consultative environment
• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Anthropology, Sociology, Psychology, Design or a related field
• Experience designing and fielding remote ethnography and online community research
• Being strategic, flexible, collaborative, and passionate about advocating for user needs
• Confident presentation skills and passion for communicating user stories and insights
• Active engagement in thought leadership within the design research community
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with Keynote and remote research software

Responsibilities

• Work with internal and client teams through all phases of qualitative research or innovation programs, including: planning, research design, data collection, rigorous analysis and synthesis, identifying patterns, developing key insights, ideation and opportunity definition
• Execute research programs drawing from established methodologies for ethnography, remote research, evaluative testing, and co-creation
• Translate research into actionable recommendations and innovation opportunities
• Contribute to synthesis and sensemaking to create narratives that frame research findings in a way that clearly demonstrates the business implications of insights and opportunities
• Create deliverables and client presentations
• Be adaptable and creative in order to conduct rigorous remote research

Skills

Research experience

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Remote research

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Anthropology, Sociology, Psychology, Design or related field

Tools

Keynote

Remote research software

Video editing tools

Job description

Conifer Research conducts design research projects domestically and internationally for clients across a wide range of industries.

We are seeking a DESIGN RESEARCHER to join on a project basis, contributing across planning, data collection, analysis and synthesis to deliver actionable insights.

The role emphasizes ethnography, remote research, storytelling and collaboration with clients and internal teams, with opportunities to grow as a consultant and facilitator.