Qualitative UX Researcher (100% Remote)

Our Customer’s mission is to give people the power to build community and bring the world closer together. Through their family of apps and services, they are building a different kind of company that connects billions of people around the world, gives them ways to share what matters most to them, and helps bring people closer together.

We are seeking a Qualitative UX Researcher on a contract basis to help support our customer’s business needs. This role is 100% remote.

Responsibilities:

• Partner closely with researchers, designers, product managers, and engineers within an integrated product pod to develop new products
• Develop and execute research roadmaps independently and collaboratively
• Lead research across all phases of the product development lifecycle, including formative, iterative design, and evaluative studies
• Conduct qualitative research to uncover latent user needs and validate early product concepts
• Support product strategy, execution, and go-to-market planning with research insights
• Manage external research vendors to scale research efforts and support team priorities
• Synthesize data into clear insights and compelling stories to influence product direction and decisions

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a human behavior-related field such as HCI, psychology, sociology, communication, information science, media studies, computer science, or economics
• Extensive qualitative research experience required
• Strong data analysis skills with the ability to use numbers to support hypotheses and insights
• Strong storytelling and presentation skills to influence diverse audiences
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and balance multiple priorities
• Strong decision-making and autonomy in fast-paced environments
• Strong mentoring and feedback skills
• Experience with quantitative research methods preferred
• Experience working with AI technologies and wearable products is preferred

We offer a competitive salary range for this position. Most candidates who join our team are hired at the median of this range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Contractor benefits are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Available upon completion of waiting period for eligible engagements)

* Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, FSA.

* Accrued PTO: Up to 15 days per 12 months on assignment

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.