Sr. Design Researcher

6 days ago


Dallas, Texas, United States DLR Group Full time

DLR Group is a leading design firm dedicated to enhancing the human experience through innovative design solutions. Our mission is centered on enriching the lives of our clients, communities, and the environment with our world-class designs. If you are passionate about design that makes a difference, you are in the right place.

Explore Opportunities in These Dynamic Locations:
  • Dallas
  • Houston
  • Seattle
  • Portland
  • Los Angeles
  • Charlotte
  • Orlando

Role Summary:

As a Senior Design Researcher, you will collaborate with integrated design teams, clients, and stakeholders to conduct research on topics related to education, teaching, learning, and training. Your primary focus will be on the Higher Education and K-12 Education sectors, working closely with designers and leaders to drive innovation and knowledge sharing across the organization.

Join us in shaping DLR Group's culture of evidence-based design where you will provide valuable insights and guidance to our teams and partners. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to our culture of curiosity and continuous improvement.

Key Performance Measures:

  • Lead internal research initiatives focusing on K-12, Higher Education, and training environments
  • Collaborate with design leaders to prioritize research activities that add value to education projects
  • Develop project research plans for educational projects in partnership with design teams
  • Establish relationships with external partners to drive research opportunities in key areas

Position Responsibilities:

As a Senior Design Researcher, you will engage in client projects, research endeavors, and collaborative efforts with internal and external partners. Your responsibilities include:

  • Generating thought leadership content
  • Presenting research findings to various audiences
  • Participating in project interviews
  • Keeping abreast of current research tools and literature
  • Managing workload across multiple projects
  • Representing DLR Group's research expertise internally and externally
  • Mentoring team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement

Required Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in research methodologies, social science, or related field
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in educational facilities
  • Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methods
  • Strong communication skills for conveying research concepts
  • Experience working with diverse stakeholder groups
  • Understanding of Human Subjects Research practices
  • Up to 25% travel required

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Additional training or PhD in relevant fields
  • Experience in design thinking and evidence-based design
  • Certifications related to design research
  • Publications or engagements in education-related topics
  • Track record in research grant management

Join DLR Group, where we integrate architecture, engineering, interiors, and planning to create transformative design solutions. Our commitment to elevating the human experience drives our sustainable practices and collaborations with diverse clients and communities. As a 100% employee-owned company, we are dedicated to meeting the challenges of the future through innovation and design excellence.

Discover the Benefits of Working at DLR Group, including medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, and more. Our employee-owned structure ensures that your contributions are valued, and we offer competitive compensation tailored to your skills and experience, ranging from $90,000 to $120,000 annually.

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