UX Researcher II (Temp)

ABOUT YOU  

We are looking for a UX Researcher II (temporary) with at least 3+ years of industry or agency experience with a strong background in complex technical domains.  You are passionate about UX research and you are highly experienced with UX research methods. You collaborate well when working on a team and you can also work independently and autonomously towards a goal. You find ambiguous environments to be exciting! You can figure things out and you know how to drive your work.  

ABOUT THE ROLE  

As a UX Researcher II, you will have the opportunity to employ a wide range of research methodologies including interviews, lab-based usability tests, prototype testing, and benchmark studies. This role requires affinity for the technology domain space. You will sometimes use cloud-based, remote, short-term testing environments.  

You will own the execution of all phases of client-driven user research including writing research plans, developing screeners to identify participant profiles, moderating study sessions, writing detailed reports, and presenting findings to clients.  

KEY SKILLS  

Solid knowledge of human-computer interaction, experimental design, observational and field methods, and qualitative data analysis is required.  

Independent execution of UX Research Phases: Planning and Scoping, Moderating, Analysis, Reporting, Presenting.  

Strong aptitude for learning new technologies.  

Excellent written, oral, and presentation communication skills are required; English is the language in which we do business.  

Project Management abilities: manages own schedule independently, manages multiple projects/tasks effectively, verifies and monitors scope of work.  

UX RESEARCHER II QUALIFICATIONS  

3+ years of work experience in the field of User Research is required.  

Experience with a range of research methodologies with a preference in benchmark research experience.

Proficient at generating research plans, defining, and tracking user experience metrics.  

BA, MA/MS in HCI, psychology, human factors, or highly related field.  

Coursework in the field of information technology, software development, computer science, engineering is a plus.  

ABOUT US  

User Research International (URI) is growing! We are a User Experience (UX) consulting research company specializing in usability testing and market research based in Redmond, Washington. We work with some of the most recognized brands on some of the most cutting-edge technologies, and we help our clients build in-depth understanding of their customers’ needs. Our culture is collaborative and we equally value people skills and technical skills. We work in a fast-paced environment with quick turn around and rich variety. Our team is passionate about enabling our clients to make their products and services more usable and accessible.  

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: User Research values diversity and seeks to offer a safe, respectful, enjoyable workplace for all people.  User Research International provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran/military status.