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Head of Design Research

SeniorFull-timeRemoteSydney NSW, AustraliaPosted 5 months agoVerified 3 months ago
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About the job

This job is all about leading the Design Research team at Canva, where innovation and creativity thrive. The impact of this role is significant, as it shapes product strategy and enhances user experiences through insightful research. The team values autonomy, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, creating a vibrant environment where everyone can contribute to the company's success.

You'll be responsible for

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Leading the Design Research team

Mentoring and growing the team while building research capability and fostering a culture of excellence.
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Crafting design research strategy

Developing a strategy that informs product vision and long-term opportunities in an AI-driven landscape.
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Driving evaluative research

Identifying and resolving user issues across Canva’s products to ensure high-quality user experiences.

Key criteria

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Design research leadership experience

Demonstrated experience leading design research teams with a focus on growth.

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Generative and evaluative research expertise

Deep expertise in generative, evaluative, and mixed-methods research methodologies.

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Stakeholder management skills

Strong skills in managing and communicating with senior leaders and teams.

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5 criteria for this job
Design research leadership experience
Demonstrated experience leading design research teams with a focus on growth.

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Generative and evaluative research expertise
Deep expertise in generative, evaluative, and mixed-methods research methodologies.

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Stakeholder management skills
Strong skills in managing and communicating with senior leaders and teams.

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AI integration in research
Experience integrating AI capabilities into research practices.

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Research tool ecosystem management
Proven ability to define and manage research tool ecosystems.

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