Director/Sr. Director, UX & Human Factors, Medical Devices

Who We Are:

Ipsos is one of the world's largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by researchers, ranking as a #1 full-service research organization for four consecutive years. With over 75 different data-driven solutions, and presence in 90 markets, Ipsos brings together research, implementation, methodological, and subject-matter experts from around the world, combining thematic and technical experts to deliver top-quality research and insights. Simply speaking, we help the biggest companies solve some of their biggest problems, serving more than 5000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. And we're proud to share we've received our Great Place to Work Certification for 2022!

About User Experience (UX):

UX covers all aspects of the end-user's interaction with a company, and its products. UX research is at the heart of user-centered design, which is based on the notion that design should be informed by research about users, their expectations, their activities, and their interactions with products. Ipsos believes that as part of a user-centered design process, every design decision should be informed in part by UX research. Moreover, Ipsos believes that simply conducting evaluative UX research on completed designs is not as effective as conducting UX research throughout the process.

What makes this role important at Ipsos?

The Research Director is responsible for project leadership, commercial and sales bid approaches for project engagements. This position handles all phases of the UX product suite, including bidding and scoping, preparation, execution, and delivery. The Director position acts as an independent team leader, leading with little oversight while overseeing multiple projects.

What you can expect to be doing:

* The Research Director operates autonomously and confidently managing clients, leading projects and writing or designing deliverables. Acts as a mentor to researchers and research leads.

* Manage multiple research projects, which can include small and large-scale engagements.

* Execute all aspects of project management and execution through to delivery (research / design approach, execution, quality assurance, analysis, etc.). * Manage final deliverables, reports and presentations to communicate insights. Ensure quality of all work performed by direct reports with regular review and interaction with researchers and research leads.

* Conduct reviews of deliverables when supervising projects.

* Maintain a solid understanding and familiarity with UX products and sales process. Work with team and COs to recommend approaches and bids with supervision.

* Work to improve the UX practice by focusing on areas of interest (e.g., Customer Journey, Mapping, training, onboarding, process improvement, etc.).

* Lead projects and act as a mentor to specialist positions.

* Practice and propose sound user-centered design approaches (UX research + design) to both clients and teams. Accept design challenges with poise and confidence ("find the good").

* Responsible for UX practice area. Create client-facing material (e.g., case studies, management briefings, etc.) and lead internal training and workshops.

* Identify sales opportunities and lead sales meetings; provide approach and bidding

* Foster collaboration by listening to team members and drawing on the ideas. Actively provide formal and informal constructive feedback with the intent to grow others. Support growth and development of research team, allocate time to provide coaching and mentoring.

* Communicate deliverables and possess ability to defend insights and recommendations in a constructive manner. Demonstrate strong presentation skills and anticipate client questions (and sometimes identify objectives the client might not see).

* Display a positive and constructive attitude while executing project activities and client concerns. Also, anticipate project and client risks and prepare team to mitigate risks.

This job might be the jo for you if you have:

* Bachelor's degree in human factors, HCI, Psychology, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Design, Visual Design, Behavioral Sciences or equivalent experience is required (Master's degree or higher preferred).

* 3 years' experience in related field (i.e., user experience research or design).

* Solid consulting skills are required, strong client management skills are also critical for success. * Mastery of core UX skills (teaching and mentoring) to educate the team.

* Must have an exceptional understanding of the larger picture of UX engagements, and experience in managing multiple projects with proper delegation of activities is a business imperative.

* Ability to network at all levels with self-confidence. Capable of winning business and building meaningful client relationships.

* Strong commercial management skills with demonstrated success in client management.

* Competent skills in moderator's guide development, analysis and recommendations for reporting.

* Ability to orchestrate a variety of projects types and to utilize different UX techniques.

* Project management skills for logistics and planning and team activity execution.

* Communication skills to explain design justification and flexibility to adapt to client needs.

If you don't meet 100% of the requirements, we encourage all who feel they might be a fit for the opportunity to apply. We may consider a variety of backgrounds for a particular role and are also committed to considering candidates for available positions throughout our organization, not just the one you're applying to!

In accordance with NY/CO/CA/WA law, the estimated base salary range for this role is $120,000 to $150,000. Your final base salary will be determined based on several non-discriminatory factors which may

include but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.

What's in it for you:

At Ipsos you'll experience opportunities for Career Development, an exceptional benefits package (including generous PTO, healthcare plans, wellness benefits), a flexible workplace policy, and a strong collaborative culture.

To find out more about all the great reasons to work at Ipsos, how we're making an impact around the world, and more about our benefits and employee programs, please visit: Why Work at Ipsos | US

Commitment to Diversity

Ipsos recognizes the necessity of building an inclusive culture that values each employee's individuality and diverse perspectives. For more than 40 years, our mission has been to generate and analyze data about society, markets, brands, and behaviors to provide our clients with the insights that elevate their understanding of the world. This could not be fulfilled without Ipsos' diverse employees who compile and analyze this data-they are the essence of who we are and what we do.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, creating an environment that promotes inclusion, and enabling employees from all walks of life to flourish. Ipsos encourages our employees to act in a respectful and responsible manner, in line with code of best practices concerning diversity and inclusion, human rights, equality, and civility for every individual.

Ipsos is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other protected class and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.