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Human Factor Engineer

Washington, DC

We use human-centered design principles in every engagement because we believe the end-user is critical to the long-term success of any solution. Our team is fun, passionate, bold, and creative. We ...

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Human Factor Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site +1

We use human-centered design principles in every engagement because we believe the end-user is critical to the long-term success of any solution. Our team is fun, passionate, bold, and creative. We ...

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Manager, Experiential Design

Allen Park, MI · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Center of excellence for human-centered design and design research; Global retail design standards and guidelines including program-specific design intent documents. Requirements * Bachelor's degree ...

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Human Factor Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

We use human-centered design principles in every engagement because we believe the end-user is critical to the long-term success of any solution. Our team is fun, passionate, bold, and creative. We ...

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Human Factor Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$85 - $125/hr

We use human-centered design principles in every engagement because we believe the end-user is critical to the long-term success of any solution. Our team is fun, passionate, bold, and creative. We ...

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Human Factor Engineer

Washington, DC · Remote

We use human-centered design principles in every engagement because we believe the end-user is critical to the long-term success of any solution. Our team is fun, passionate, bold, and creative. We ...

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Senior Design Strategist

Washington, DC · On-site

Strong expertise in human-centered design, design thinking, systems thinking, facilitation, and strategic storytelling. * Well-versed in a variety of design strategy disciplines and able to select ...

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Senior Design Strategist

Charleston, SC

Strong expertise in human-centered design, design thinking, systems thinking, facilitation, and strategic storytelling. * Well-versed in a variety of design strategy disciplines and able to select ...

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Senior Design Strategist

Washington, DC · On-site

Strong expertise in human-centered design, design thinking, systems thinking, facilitation, and strategic storytelling. * Well-versed in a variety of design strategy disciplines and able to select ...

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Senior Design Strategist

Washington, DC · On-site

Strong expertise in human-centered design, design thinking, systems thinking, facilitation, and strategic storytelling. * Well-versed in a variety of design strategy disciplines and able to select ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for human centered design in the United States is $44,245.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $48,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is human centered design?

A Human Centered Design (HCD) job focuses on creating products, services, or systems that prioritize the needs, behaviors, and experiences of users. Professionals in this field use research, prototyping, and iterative testing to develop human-friendly solutions. Roles may include UX designers, service designers, or design strategists, working across industries like tech, healthcare, and public services. The goal is to ensure usability, accessibility, and satisfaction while aligning with business and societal needs.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in human centered design?

Professionals in Human Centered Design typically start their day by reviewing user feedback and identifying pain points to refine design concepts. You might conduct user interviews, facilitate usability tests, or collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, developers, and marketing specialists to ensure designs align with both user needs and business goals. Creating wireframes, prototypes, and user journey maps are common tasks, as is the continuous iteration of solutions based on real-world feedback. This dynamic routine ensures that the final product is both intuitive for users and effective for stakeholders.

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

Thriving in Human Centered Design requires expertise in user research, prototyping, and problem-solving, typically supported by a background in design, human-computer interaction, or a related field. Familiarity with design software such as Sketch, Figma, or Adobe Creative Suite, as well as usability testing tools, is common, and some roles may value certifications like Certified Professional in Human-Centered Design (CPHCD). Strong communication, empathy, and collaboration skills enable designers to accurately understand user needs and work effectively within multidisciplinary teams. These qualifications are crucial for creating solutions that genuinely address user problems and deliver measurable value to organizations.

What can you do with a human centered design degree?

A human centered design degree prepares individuals for roles such as user experience designer, interaction designer, or product designer, focusing on creating user-friendly products and services. Graduates often work in technology, healthcare, or consulting industries, utilizing skills in research, prototyping, and usability testing to improve user experiences.

What does a human centered design do?

A human centered design professional focuses on creating products, services, or systems that prioritize the needs, preferences, and behaviors of users. They use research methods like user interviews and usability testing to inform design decisions, often working with tools such as prototypes and wireframes to improve user experience. This approach ensures solutions are intuitive, accessible, and effective for the target audience.
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Infographic showing various Human Centered Design job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,245 per year, or $21.3 per hour.

Assistant Professor of Human Centered Design & Engineering

University of Washington

Seattle, WA • On-site

$12K - $15K/mo

Full-time

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The Department of Human Centered Design & Engineering (HCDE) at the University of Washington is hiring an Assistant Professor to provide excellence in teaching and research programs in our dynamic, interdisciplinary intellectual community in Autumn 2027.
HCDE is a vibrant, welcoming, and engaged interdisciplinary community that incorporates a range of intellectual traditions. Successful candidates will join a dynamic faculty conducting research in the design and engineering of sociotechnical systems broadly defined. We offer BS, MS, and PhD degrees, as well as graduate certificates in User-Centered Design and Human-Centered AI. We also are a founding contributor to three interdisciplinary graduate degrees. Candidates will teach undergraduate and graduate courses and will supervise doctoral students. The yearly teaching load is three courses (one per quarter) plus supervision of for-credit directed research groups. Teaching opportunities will be based on our current course offerings and the individual's areas of scholarly expertise. More information about our department can be found at http://www.hcde.washington.edu.
We invite candidates in all areas, but especially encourage applicants aligned with one or more developing areas within the department, including:
  • Environment and sustainability: scholarship addressing sociotechnical relationships to land, water, air, environment, and questions of resiliency and the long-term consequences of technical decisions for communities and ecosystems, in the design of technologies, including approaches that investigate technical capabilities for sensing, monitoring, experimentation, and action within communities.
  • Civic infrastructure and society: scholarship on how people live, move, and coordinate within the built environment or digital infrastructure-whether in urban or rural settings -including work on civic and public interest technology, food and water, mobility, planning, and the design, analysis, or engineering of systems that support or hinder thriving communities.
  • Labor and the future of work: scholarship addressing how automation, AI, and digital technologies reshape the conditions and experiences of work-across organizational and enterprise systems, manufacturing and supply chains, and gig and platform economies-including attention to care and invisible labor, worker organizing, and the design of technologies and governance frameworks that center human agency, dignity, and pro-worker futures.

More information about our department research areas can be found at https://www.hcde.washington.edu/research/areas
Successful candidates are expected to develop substantial programs of research including peer-reviewed publications and external funding.
All UW faculty engage in teaching, research and service. Faculty members also routinely collaborate with colleagues across campus and with affiliates from the region's noted tech industry. Seattle is a culturally diverse urban center with growing racial, ethnic and immigrant communities. It is also home to many prominent technology companies, along with a robust startup and global health community.
UW faculty enjoy outstanding benefits. The base salary range for this position will be $12,500-15,500 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. This is a tenure track, full-time appointment with 9-month service period. Appointment is expected to begin in Autumn 2027.
We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. We value and honor diverse experiences and perspectives, strive to create welcoming and respectful learning environments, and promote access, opportunity, and justice for all.
Qualifications
Candidates should show evidence of strong promise in teaching as well as scholarship. Applicants for this Assistant Professor (tenure-track) position should be recent or soon to graduate PhDs and must have earned a doctorate (or foreign equivalent) in a relevant field by the date of appointment.
Application Instructions
Priority will be given to applications received by November 1, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio, link below. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
(1) a letter of application detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, experiences,
(2) a current curriculum vitae,
(3) a statement of research,
(4) a statement of teaching goals,
(5) up to three representative papers or other scholarly works (e.g., book chapters), and
(6) contact information for at least three people from whom we may request letters of recommendation.
Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring, patient care, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Inquiries: Stacia Green at greens6@uw.edu.

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