Senior Human Centered Design Researcher

Medtronic UK

Mounds View, United States
Base: $120,000.00 - $180,000.00; bonus/equity: eli...
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Human-centered design
Qualitative research methods
Synthesize complex data
** Medtronic is seeking a Senior Human Centered Design Researcher to lead research initiatives that inform product design and enhance user experience in the healthcare sector. The role requires significant collaboration with cross-functional teams and involves hands-on research methods while working onsite four days a week. **

Job Summary

  • As a Senior Human Centered Design Researcher, you will work with designers, strategists, and cross-functional partners to lead research sprints, build deep user empathy, and translate insights into actionable direction.
  • The role focuses on early-stage research—such as contextual inquiry, interviews, and concept evaluation—to uncover unmet needs and inform product design.
  • Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package, including health, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) with employer contribution and match, and paid time off.

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** Medtronic is seeking a Senior Human Centered Design Researcher to lead research initiatives that inform product design and enhance user experience in the healthcare sector. The role requires significant collaboration with cross-functional teams and involves hands-on research methods while working onsite four days a week. **

Salary

Base: $120,000.00 - $180,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP); Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, PTO, etc.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Human-Centered Design
  • qualitative research methods
  • synthesize complex data
  • early-stage research
  • user empathy

Nice-to-have

  • healthcare or medical device experience
  • consulting experience
  • global or cross-cultural research

Key Requirements

  • 4+ years of experience with a bachelor’s degree or 2+ years of experience with an advanced degree
  • Bachelor’s degree in Design Research, Human Centered Design, Human Factors, Psychology, Marketing, Anthropology, Sociology, Biomedical Engineering, Service Design or a related field, or equivalent professional experience OR Master's degree in human-centered design or behavioral science discipline
  • Must have unrestricted US work authorization

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted US work authorization

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