Senior Design Researcher
IDEOChicago, Illinois, United States
Posted November 18, 2025
70000 - 125000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
IDEO is a human-centered design and innovation consultancy that creates new products, services, experiences, and strategies that drive business growth and social impact.
Job Description
Design Researcher (Industry Agnostic) for IDEO in Chicago, IL. Partner with interdisciplinary teams to contribute to qualitative and quantitative research across various projects, clients, and problem spaces.
Requirements
- Design and execute mixed-methods research projects
- Write research plans and select appropriate methodologies
- Facilitate collaborative synthesis with rigor and heart
- Engage with people deeply through interviewing and in-depth observation
- Run key survey design and develop statistical analysis of results
- Collaborate with Design Research Ops team to create inclusive and strategic recruiting plans
- Analyze and synthesize large volumes of qualitative and quantitative data
- Craft compelling stories, decks and deliverables that make data meaningful for both technical and non-technical audiences
- Present research findings clearly and confidently to teammates, clients, and stakeholders
Benefits
- Health Benefits: Vision, Dental, Healthcare
- Financial Benefits: 401K safe harbor contribution
- Family & Caregiving: Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance, Fertility Assistance, Transgender Medical Assistance, Breastmilk shipment, Back-up/Dependent Care, Pet Insurance
- Other Benefits: Flexible Work, Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays, Annual Education Stipend, Home Office Stipend
