Design Researcher

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

Benefits from Day One

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Shift : Monday- Friday Full time 8am-5pm

Job Location : Altamonte Springs, FL

The role you will contribute:

The Design Researcher is principally responsible for collecting, processing, interpreting, formulating reports, and making recommendations based on research findings. This position conducts on-site ethnography and interviews in hospitals, office environments, and consumers' homes. Additionally, this role applies both qualitative and quantitative techniques to interpret data, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize, meet deadlines, prepare written client deliverables, present findings, and produce substantiated recommendations. In addition, this position works closely with the Design Team and Design Director to translate insights into actionable design criteria for new products, services, and customer experiences. Ensures strong initiative, follow-through, and anticipation of client needs while being resourceful, professional, and a team player.

The value you will bring to the team:

• Designs comprehensive research methodologies tailored to gather insights from consumers, stakeholders, and industry leaders.
• Develops detailed research briefs outlining goals, objectives, and recommended methodologies.
• Plans and executes ethnographic research in various environments, including hospitals, offices, and homes.
• Conducts and moderates one-on-one interviews and focus groups to collect qualitative data.
• Designs and evaluates quantitative surveys to gather statistical data.
• Writes discussion guides to ensure structured and effective interviews and focus groups.
• Creates screeners for recruiting qualified participants and collaborates with recruiting companies.
• Assesses vendor proposals and guides research methods to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Prepares detailed reports of findings, illustrating data graphically and translating insights into actionable recommendations.
• Presents findings and recommendations to senior leadership and internal clients.
• Disseminates healthcare data and information to prospective clients.
• Prepares presentations and narrative reports to communicate research findings to team members, administration, and operations.

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:

Bachelor's Degree in a related field such as design research, design planning/strategy, product design, design engineering, social sciences, behavioral sciences, etc

1 years of professional work experience with a proven track record of planning and conducting design research, analyzing and synthesizing qualitative data, and participating in concept workshops

Proven primary and secondary market research analysis experience

Ability to design and execute research methodologies as well as analyze data from qualitative research, quantitative surveys and secondary databases

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills and ability to draw information and conclusions from raw data

Expertise in research and evaluation methods, and survey techniques

Ability to function as high-level project manager for SVP and Executive Directors as assigned

Proven ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Must have ability to prioritize and analyze issues within department, and be able to perform effectively while working within tight time constraints

Responsive to ever-changing matrix of department and company needs and acts timely and accordingly with changes

Expresses ideas and thoughts well, both written and verbally

Exhibits good listening and comprehension skills

Ability to manage external resources: statements of work, scheduling, and budgets

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word in MAC

Familiarity with Adobe creative suite (especially InDesign), as well as video editing.

Background in advertising, branding, or related field

Ability to facilitate group meetings and design thinking co-creation sessions with top level executives

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word in MAC

Familiarity with Adobe creative suite (especially InDesign), as well as video editing.

Background in advertising, branding, or related field

Ability to facilitate group meetings and design thinking co-creation sessions with top level executives

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Marketing & Communications

Organization: AdventHealth Corporate

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1 - Day

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We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.