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About The Hiring Process

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JOB TYPE: Freelance, Contract Position (no agencies/C2C - see notes below)

LOCATION: Work from anywhere - Anytime | No timezone overlap required

HOURLY RANGE Our client is looking to pay $80.00 – $90.00/hr

ESTIMATED DURATION: 40/week - long term

EXPERIENCE: 3-4 years

BRAINTRUST JOB ID: 11614

The Opportunity

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
• 4-5 years of experience in UX research, with a focus on qualitative research methodologies.
• Proficiency in using qualitative research tools and software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an emphasis on qualitative insights.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey nuanced qualitative findings to diverse stakeholders.
• Experience working in an agile development environment is a plus.
  
  

What You'll Be Working On

Job Description

We are seeking a creative and insightful Mid-Level UX Researcher to join our collaborative design team. As a key contributor, you will play a vital role in championing qualitative research methods, providing rich insights into user behaviors and needs. This position is ideal for an individual passionate about delving into the human aspects of design, emphasizing qualitative methodologies while still appreciating the value of quantitative data.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead in planning, conducting, and analyzing qualitative research studies, including in-depth interviews, usability testing, and contextual inquiries.
• Advocate for the importance of qualitative insights in shaping user experiences and informing design decisions.
• Foster a deep understanding of user needs and behaviors through qualitative methods, contributing to the development of user personas, journey maps, and empathy-driven design.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to integrate qualitative research findings seamlessly into the design and development process.
• Effectively communicate qualitative insights through engaging reports, presentations, and workshops.
• Collaborate with peers and team members to strike the right balance between qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, ensuring a holistic understanding of user experiences.
• Advocate for the complementary nature of qualitative insights to enhance the overall research strategy.
• Provide mentorship and support to junior team members, emphasizing the importance of qualitative research skills and methodologies.
• Foster a collaborative learning environment to elevate the qualitative research capabilities within the team.
• Stay informed about industry trends and emerging qualitative research methodologies, contributing to the continuous improvement of our research practices.
• Demonstrate a willingness to adapt and learn new qualitative research tools and techniques.
  
  

If you are enthusiastic about uncovering the human stories behind user interactions and want to champion the value of qualitative research in shaping exceptional user experiences, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team and be a key advocate for the qualitative aspects that drive impactful design solutions!

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Notes

Our employers all have varying legal and geographic requirements for their roles, they trust Braintrust to find them the talent that meet their unique specifications. For that reason, this role is not available to C2C candidates working with an agency. If you are a professional contractor who has created an LLC/corp around their consulting practice, this is well aligned with Braintrust and we’d welcome your application.

Braintrust values the multitude of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.