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Overview:
Develops and applies research and analytics to advance project goals, creating experiments, tools, reports, and publications while mentoring junior team members. Co-leads research studies with Research Lead, overseeing teams, assisting in data collection and analysis, producing deliverables such as presentations, workshops, and publications while promoting findings in peer-reviewed and mainstream channels. Demonstrates expertise in research methodologies, data analysis, and industry practices, fostering collaboration within project teams and actively supporting partnerships to promote design
excellence.
Responsibilities:
- Leads the design and execution of research studies and programs related to architectural design
- Co-leads research efforts with research and design teams to collect, analyze, synthesize, and translate data into actionable insights
- Co-leads the development and delivery of research tools, resources, and training to design teams through various firmwide platforms
- Co-leads the development of research collateral for deliverables, presentations, workshops, and business development, and communicates findings through peer-reviewed and mainstream channels
- Co-leads the submission and maintenance of Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocols as needed
- Mentors junior team members and fosters collaboration within research and design teams
- Cultivates partnerships with academic and industry partners to advance research initiatives
- Collaborates with other disciplines to incorporate information into design requirements and project documentation
- Participates in team meetings to discuss project, design, and technical issues and coordination with other disciplines
Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in a design, technology, social science or other relevant field, preferably PhD
- Typically 7+ years of recent relevant experience in research
- Relevant accreditation preferred
- Intermediate knowledge and experience in the following skills preferred: research methodology, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, physical and digital prototyping, academic and industry writing
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite
- Proficiency in statistical software packages and Adobe Suite preferred
- Familiarity with AEC industry workflows and processes
- Familiarity with research grant submissions and financials preferred
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines with consistent quality
- Strong graphic, visualization and representation skills to clearly communicate design ideas
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to build and maintain positive client relationships
- Ability to solve problems and apply innovative solutions
- Ability to collaborate within teams and mentor others to foster growth
- Travel may be required
If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal. HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran
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HKS, Inc
Jan 23, 2026