Senior UX Researcher-6 month contract

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end UX research projects, from planning and conducting research to synthesizing findings and presenting insights.
• Design and execute qualitative and quantitative research methods, including, but not limited to, user interviews, usability testing, surveys, and contextual inquiries.
• Work with Designers, Product Managers, Engineers and other UXRs to prioritize research opportunities in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
• Understand and incorporate complex technical and business requirements into research to plan and prioritize research initiatives for the UXR team based on business priorities.
• Advocate for our customers and user-centered design principles and best practices throughout the product development lifecycle. 
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UX research trends, tools, and methodologies, and apply them to improve research processes.
• Oversee and elevate the quality of UXR research for the UXR team as a whole, as you mentor and guide junior UX researchers, fostering a culture of learning and growth.
• Socialize research findings to diverse audiences through written reports and presentations.

About You

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Psychology, Anthropology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in UX research, with a strong portfolio showcasing a range of research methodologies and their impact.
• You are data-driven with proven ability to lead complex research projects and deliver actionable insights that drive product decisions.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize data from multiple sources into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Experience with SPSS, R, Jamovi, or other statistical analysis software.
• Proficiency in UX research tools and software (e.g., UserTesting, Qualtrics).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex research findings to both technical and non-technical audiences at all levels.
• Ability to understand business needs and prioritize research initiatives accordingly.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, and rapidly changing environment.
• Excellent organization skills and ability to support multiple work-streams simultaneously.
• A passion for understanding user needs and a deep empathy for users’ experiences.
• Experience leading and managing other researchers.