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Servsys Corporation

Design Researcher, Digital Products & Services

Servsys Corporation, Lansing, Michigan, United States

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Design Researcher, Digital Products & Services Job Title: Product/Interface Designer - II - Design Research, Digital Products & Services

Location: Michigan - Remote

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Description

We are looking for a highly skilled design researcher to join our team and contribute to the development of our digital products and services. As a design researcher on the digital team, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the user experience and driving innovation within our organization. You will be responsible for gathering and interpreting user insights, conducting user testing, and providing actionable recommendations to improve our digital offerings. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of design thinking processes, strong analytical skills, and a passion for creating user-centric solutions.

Responsibilities

Identify the best methodology to meet the research goals

Craft test plans, workshop activities, and interview guides to conduct objective research

Conduct user research to understand user needs, behaviors, and motivations

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define research goals and study designs

Develop and implement research plans, including recruiting participants, moderating sessions, and analyzing data

Synthesize research findings and communicate insights through compelling presentations and reports

Contribute to the creation of user personas, journey maps, and other design artifacts

Conduct competitive analysis and benchmarking to find market trends and best practices

Work closely with designers and product managers to ensure user insights are incorporated throughout the product development lifecycle

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in design, psychology, human-computer interaction, or a related field

4+ years of experience working as a design researcher, as part of an agile team

Proven experience conducting user research and usability testing for digital products and services at all stages of development

Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methods

Familiarity with design thinking principles and methodologies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Proficiency in research tools and software (e.g., UserTesting.com, Optimal Workshop, SurveyMonkey)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience conducting usability testing for native mobile applications

Excellent workshop facilitation capabilities; ability to facilitate design thinking workshops

Experience working in tandem with product designers, conducting user testing as part of the design process

Familiarity with the basics of service design and how to identify service design needs

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Contract

Job function Research

Industries Information Technology & Services, Retail, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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