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Design Researcher – Catapult Thinking, Boston, MA
May 07 04
Profile
Catapult Thinking is a design innovation group that develops brand strategies, expresses brand attributes and guides user experiences through printed and interactive communications, across environments and via product and service design.
We develop compelling product stories for forward-thinking consumer and business-to-business brands. By unifying customer journeys through informed design we help companies create more effective and memorable brand experiences.
Position
Catapult Thinking is seeking to add one full-time design researcher to our research team.
Role
We are looking for a smart, energetic individual to help us understand the unique business objectives, market climate, retail experiences and user characteristics of our clients’ diverse marketplaces. Candidates must be open to the challenging, yet highly rewarding nature of our studio environment. The ability to manage projects and own tasks should be balanced with an appreciation for teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
Investigate and audit markets, business channels and customer trends in support of research program development and planning.
Assist in all aspects of design research fieldwork, including participant recruitment, protocol development and data collection.
Work with design and research teams to build models and frameworks that describe customer experiences, opportunity areas and ideal design solutions.
Collaborate with design teams to ensure the successful transfer of design research findings in support of product, service and brand experience design programs.
Requirements
- 2-3 years of user research or related experience
- Comfortable with data collection and management
- Strong written, verbal and organization skills
- Adept at thinking about research findings and implications
- Ability to be self motivated and work as part of a team
- Willingness to travel in support of client projects
Benefits
- Interdisciplinary work environment
- Full medical and dental coverage
- Life insurance
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Competitive vacation program
Information
Interested candidates are encouraged to visit our website for additional information about Catapult Thinking:
For more information about this position, please contact:
Kord Brashear, Research Catalyst
Catapult Thinking
368 Congress Street, 1st Floor
Boston, MA 02210t.617.350.5277 x17
f.617.350.5278