The pay range is $56,400.00 - $101,500.00

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.

About Us
Target is an iconic brand, a Fortune 50 company, and one of America’s leading retailers.

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here.

As an Associate Social Researcher, Inclusive Culture, Design, Acumen & Engagement you will support the development of insights and recommendations that inform inclusive product design practices across Target’s Brands portfolio. You will conduct primary qualitative research using a variety of techniques, from study design support and facilitation to analysis and reporting. Your work will help deliver actionable insights that make Target even more guest-centric and better reflect the needs and experiences of all consumers.

You will help put the guest at the center of our brands, products, packaging, and experiences. You will stay inspired by tracking social and cultural shifts, demographic trends, and new research methods to expand Target’s impact. Under the direction of the Senior Designer, Inclusive Culture & Design you will be accountable for supporting inclusive design strategies and initiatives to achieve overall social design objectives. Your role is focused on elevating race & culture, gender, ageing, and cognitive & physical dimensions of difference. You will help uncover opportunities and forward-looking insights that inform our work and support the continuous evolution of our products for future consumers and identify potential risks or reputational considerations to protect brand integrity and reinforce guest loyalty.

You are curious, driven, and eager to learn. A self-starter who thrives on exploring what’s next, you are motivated by helping Target stay relevant and meet the needs of all guests.

Responsibilities:

Research and Development

Conduct qualitative and quantitative research, including study design, and analysis
Synthesize insights into clear opportunities and potential risks that inform inclusive product design, uphold brand integrity and help minimize harm to communities
Monitor social, cultural, and consumer shifts that impact future product needs
Stay current on inclusive design insights and demographic trends to help identify emerging needs and translate knowledge into products, processes, and experiences
Maintain timely communication and reporting with leaders and partners

Knowledge Sharing

Help maintain inclusive research libraries and contribute to resources for designers and partners
Assist in translating research into accessible stories and frameworks that support inclusive design thinking
Participate in learning sessions, workshops, and resource-building activities with cross-functional teams
Analyze and summarize insights and data to support the development of inclusive design resources related to social sustainability, cultural understanding, and inclusive practices
Support the Inclusive Design Team in early-stage discovery and ongoing research activities

Internal and External Partnerships

Collaborate with partners across Design, Merchandising, and Enterprise teams to share insights and learnings
Explore and engage with external communities, subject matter experts, and partner organizations to amplify authentic voices
Support pilot testing and feedback activities with guests and partners

About You

4-year degree in Design Research, Social Design, Anthropology, Psychology, Human-Centered Design, or a related field
Foundational understanding of qualitative research methods (e.g., interviews, fieldwork, diary studies) and comfort with quantitative methods (e.g., surveys, longitudinal studies)
Naturally inquisitive with a future-focused, systems-thinking mindset
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong ability to tell compelling stories from data and insights
Comfortable with ambiguity and able to prioritize; experienced in managing multiple projects of varying size and adjusting to changing priorities
Strong project management skills and attention to detail
Collaborative spirit and growth mindset
Organized, adaptable, and energized by learning in fast-paced environments
Comfortable taking risks, driving change, and contributing new ideas
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Target’s needs. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member’s core role will need to be performed both onsite at the Target HQ MN location the role is assigned to and virtually, depending upon what your role, team and tasks require for that day. Work duties cannot be performed outside of the country of the primary work location, unless otherwise prescribed by Target. Click here if you are curious to learn more about Minnesota.

Team Members in the Target General Merch Inc operating company are prohibited from working more than thirty (30) days per calendar year in any of the following states: AL, AR, DE, FL, IN, IA, LA, MD, MS, MO, NC, OK, PA, SC, TN and VA. If hired, you will be prohibited from working remotely from any of the states listed above for more than thirty (30) days per calendar year.

Benefits Eligibility

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com.

Application deadline is : 07/23/2025