Primary Skills: Rapid Research, Usability testing, UX Research, communications, collaboration
Contract Type: W2 or C2C
Duration: 6+ months (Initial Part time for 3 months)
Location: NY ()
Pay Range: $60 - $65 per hour
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- Initially the role will start as Part time for 3 Months, will get converted to full time contract for 6-12 Months ****
Job Summary
Seeking a motivated UX Researcher ready to dive into usability studies and apply research across various software development topics. The ideal candidate will execute weekly usability studies, analyze results to make impactful product recommendations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience. This part-time role, evolving into a full-time contract, offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to product development processes.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct weekly remote and/or in-person usability studies with developer users on UX flows.
- Collect, analyze findings, and provide actionable recommendations.
- Debrief with stakeholders including design, product, and engineering teams.
- Coordinate with the participant recruiting team and communicate weekly results.
- Analyze and author detailed reports on quarterly UX metrics and perform additional research tasks as needed.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Proficient understanding of user research methodologies and experimental design.
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
Preferred Industry Experience: Candidates with experience in software development or a related field are highly desirable, particularly those with a background in conducting UX research within industry contexts.
Nice To Have Skills
- Advanced degree in Cognitive Psychology, HCI, or similar.
- Experience building web or native mobile apps.
- Familiarity with remote usability testing tools and Gsuite productivity tools.
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