SeniorHumanFactorsResearcher,DesignResearch

RESPONSIBILITIES: - - Own end-to-end design research for hardware programs, including early-stage requirements generation, color/material/finish evaluation, prototype exploration, and competitive benchmarking - Design, execute, and synthesize usability and human factors studies focused on physical product interactions across the product lifecycle - Lead reporting and communication of research insights with a focus on hardware design, usability, and member experience - Support research protocol design and evaluation of software experiences, directional prototypes, and emerging product concepts - Prioritize research opportunities and findings in a cross-functional environment, partnering closely with Industrial Design, Engineering, Product Management, and other stakeholders - Proactively identify and conduct research that informs decision-making for both individual contributors and leadership teams - Contribute to research initiatives across a variety of product spaces, including applied research, exploratory concepts, and product validation efforts QUALIFICATIONS: - - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Design, User Experience, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Human Factors, Psychology, Design Research, or a related field - 3–5 years of experience conducting product research in an applied research, human factors, usability, or user-centered design environment - Experience utilizing mixed-methods research approaches for consumer technology, wearable devices, health products, or related experiences - Demonstrated ability to independently design, execute, and synthesize research studies that drive product and design decisions - Strong communication and storytelling skills, with experience presenting insights to cross-functional stakeholders and leadership - Working knowledge of research operations, data management systems, and productivity tools including Google Workspace - Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projec