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The Huawei UKRD is seeking a creative and forward-looking Innovation Researcher to join our Human-Machine Interaction (HMI) Laboratory. In this role, you will investigate the future of HMI technologies, products, and services, identifying emerging trends and anticipating shifts in user expectations and industry direction.
You will conduct consumer landscape research, exploratory studies and original research that inform next-generation concepts. Your work will feed into patents, research publications, and internal knowledge platforms, ensuring the team remains at the cutting edge of innovation. This is a unique opportunity to shape the trajectory of human-machine interaction in an environment that values experimentation, insight, and bold thinking.
Key Responsibilities:
Research and analyse future HMI products, functions, and services, identifying opportunities for innovation.
Track global trends and predict future product directions, creating actionable insights for the team.
Conduct market research and benchmarking studies to position Huawei at the forefront of HMI innovation.
Generate high-impact intellectual property through patent submissions.
Author academic papers and articles for publication in peer-reviewed journals, conferences, and other research platforms.
Contribute thought-leadership articles and reports for internal distribution to inspire cross-team knowledge sharing.
Act as a source of expertise within the team, advising on future directions, technologies, and user expectations.
Undertake diverse research projects across disciplines, from colour theory and material science to advanced interaction paradigms.
This job description is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The jobholder will carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required by his/her line manager. The job description and personal specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of Huawei Research and Development UK Limited.
Person Specification:
Required:
Proven experience conducting forward-looking research in human-machine interaction, technology innovation, or a related domain.
Strong track record of published research (academic or industrial) and/or patents in relevant fields.
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to synthesise insights from technology, design, and market trends.
Demonstrated ability to conduct market research and generate actionable foresight for product directions.
Strong written communication skills, capable of producing publications, articles, and reports of the highest standard.
Comfortable working in exploratory, fast-paced environments with ambiguous challenges.
Effective collaborator with the ability to share insights across multidisciplinary and international teams.
Desired:
Background in human-computer interaction (HCI), design research, cognitive science, or related disciplines.
3-5 years’ experience in foresight studies, trend analysis, or speculative design.
Familiarity with intellectual property processes and patent generation.
Knowledge across diverse technology and design domains
Interest in shaping the future of AI-driven, data-informed, and user-centric HMI experiences.
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