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CGI Inc.

Human-Centered Design (HCD) Expert

Fairfax, VA · On-site

CGI is seeking a Human Centered Design (HCD) Expert to join a high performing Agile team supporting ... You will conduct user research, facilitate design activities, and create prototypes and design ...

Epitec

Human Centered Researcher

Chicago, IL · On-site

$71 - $75/hr

Human Centered Researcher II Contract Duration: Location: Chicago, IL Work Arrangement: Onsite ... Experience collaborating with a design team * Quantitative or qualitative research (see preferred ...

VIVA USA INC

Human Centered Researcher

Chicago, IL · On-site

Onsite/Hybrid in Chicago Human Centered Researcher II As the health care industry continues to ... Advanced degree in design, HCI, the social sciences or other job-related degree Experience in ...

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How much do human centered design researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for human centered design researcher in the United States is $113,102.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $154,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a human centered design researcher?

Human Centered Design Researchers are professionals who study and understand the needs, behaviors, and motivations of users to inform the design of products, services, or systems. They use qualitative and quantitative research methods like interviews, observations, and usability testing to gather insights. Their primary goal is to ensure that solutions are tailored to real user needs, resulting in more effective and user-friendly outcomes. These researchers often collaborate with designers, engineers, and stakeholders throughout the development process.

How does a human centered design researcher typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project?

As a Human Centered Design Researcher, you'll frequently work alongside designers, product managers, engineers, and marketing professionals to ensure solutions are tailored to user needs. Your role involves sharing user insights, facilitating workshops, and advocating for end-user perspectives throughout the development process. Open communication and collaborative problem-solving are essential, as your research findings often inform design iterations and strategic decisions. This team-based approach helps create products and services that are both usable and meaningful.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a human centered design researcher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Human Centered Design Researcher, you need expertise in user research, qualitative and quantitative analysis, and a solid understanding of design thinking principles, typically supported by a degree in design, psychology, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like user journey mapping software, usability testing platforms, and data analysis tools such as NVivo or Dovetail is common. Exceptional empathy, curiosity, and communication skills help researchers deeply understand user needs and effectively convey insights to design teams. These capabilities are crucial for creating products and services that truly resonate with users and drive successful outcomes.
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Human-Centered Design Coordinator

Irvine, CA • On-site

HUMAN OPTIONS INC
Non-Profits • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about HUMAN OPTIONS INCexternal

$70K - $76K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Coordinate and manage design sprints, pilot initiatives, and innovation workstreams across departments.

  • Facilitate workshops, design sprints, and co-creation sessions with staff and survivors.

  • Translate concepts and ideas into defined and clear actionable workplans.

Job description

Summary
Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, the Human-Centered Design Coordinator is a program support role responsible for coordinating, facilitating, and strengtheing organizational learning, innovation and experience across the organization. The HCD Coordinator ensures that Human Centered Design principles are consistently applied, operationalized, and integrated into programs, systems, and services. The HCD Coordinator supports implementation by aligning teams, managing projects, and embedding continuous improvement practices across the agency. The HCD Coordinator plays a critical role in translating ideas into actionable work plans, tracking progress, and ensuring that innovation efforts are coordinated, sustained, and informed by survivor voice and data. This role serves as a central point of coordination across departments, ensuring that innovation cycle led by executive leadership and program teams is aligned, supported, and advanced through structured processes and consistent follow-through. The role supports the organization's transition from a centralized innovation function to an integrated, organization-wide approach to Human-Centered Design.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Coordinate and manage design sprints, pilot initiatives, and innovation workstreams across departments.
  • Facilitate workshops, design sprints, and co-creation sessions with staff and survivors.
  • Guide teams through structured problem-solving, ideation, and prototyping processes.
  • Translate concepts and ideas into defined and clear actionable workplans.
  • Develop and manage project timelines, deliverables, and accountability structures.
  • Support staff in applying Human-Centered Design principles within their program areas.
  • Monitor progress of pilots and initiatives to ensure alignment with organizational priorities.
  • Track action steps and coordinate cross-department communication to ensure shared understanding and progress on innovation efforts.
  • Partner with program leaders and executive leadership to align, support, and operationalize innovation initiatives with Strategic Priorities.
  • Support relationship-building with internal teams and external stakeholders through co-creation processes
  • Ensure multi-audience feedback loops are implemented, sustained, and used to inform iterative program design.
  • Ensure consistent follow-through on design sprints and pilot initiatives by tracking progress, identifying barriers, and coordinating next steps across teams.

  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Public Health, Organizational Development, related field, or commensurate work experience required.
  • One (1) year of experience with Human-Centered Design, design thinking, or innovation-related work preferred.
  • Two (2) years of experience in project management or program support.
  • One (1) year of experience facilitating meetings, workshops, or group processes.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, and working knowledge of computer database program entry and report generation.
  • Complete the 40-hour Domestic Violence Advocate certification training post-hire.

Prospective employees must pass a background screening to the satisfaction of the agency prior to placement. Since background screenings take time to complete, applicants are encouraged to apply early.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We strongly encourage survivors of domestic violence to apply. We strongly encourage applicants of diverse race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law to apply. All employment is decided based on qualifications, experience, merit, and business needs

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