Design Researcher

Location: Toronto, ON - Hybrid (4 days in-office)

Pay Rate: $72.47/hr - $85.57/hr

Contract Length: 6 Months.

We at Raise are hiring a Design Researcher for one of our top clients. After establishing themselves as an industry leader, they’re now expanding their team to meet rising demand. We’re hiring right now; if you’re interested,

Responsibilities:

Looking for a Designer to support the Direct Investing team and self-directed trading platform.

This role will involve generative interviews, qualitative and quantitative research, and evaluative research.

Design researchers work across each design pillar to conduct research where applicable. They will work with their design partners as well as stakeholders to gather research requirements, conduct research studies, and share back research findings.

Must-Have Skills:

BA/BS degree in Psychology, Anthropology, Sociology, Information Studies, Design (e.g. interaction, graphic, visual communications, product, industrial), Human Computer Interaction (HCI), Computer Science (CS), or a related field or equivalent practical experience

8+ years of experience in research

Technical understanding of design research theory / design research tools

8+ years of Working knowledge of a variety of design research methodologies

8+ years of Experience working on cross-functional teams

Strong communication and presentation skills.

Ability to lead meetings and workshops effectively.

Strong design/UX research skills.

Experience working with designers and stakeholders.

Ability to plan and conduct research studies.

Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams.





Organized and structured approach to design and research.

Ability to build AI agents that improve efficiency and deliver business value

Nice-to-Have Skills:

MA/MS degree or certification in Psychology, Anthropology, Sociology, Information Studies, Design (e.g. interaction, graphic, visual communications, product, industrial), human-computer interaction (HCI), Computer Science (CS), or a related field Appreciation for the potential of 'design thinking'

Experience working within a large organization and within an agile setting

Looking for meaningful work? We can help!
Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we’re a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity.

We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.

We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer and request accommodation: https://raise.jobs/accommodations/

In order to submit candidates for roles, our clients will sometimes require personal information to confirm the identity of applicants and their legal status to work. Raise will never ask you for personal or banking information unless you have been selected for a job.

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📌 Design Researcher (Ontario)
🏢 Raise
📍 Ontario