Native Saudi Arabic Speakers - Paid 3-Day Study in NYC ($1,200-1,600)

Mindrift • New York, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Mindrift is recruiting native Arabic speakers who grew up in Saudi Arabia and currently live in New York City for a paid, in-person research study in Midtown Manhattan. The study examines how people use phones, apps, and everyday digital tools, and how those practices differ across languages and cultures. Participants will spend 1–3 days with the research team, walk them through their everyday phone and app use, share selected examples of their phone activity, and complete a short questionnaire. Participation is voluntary and covered by a signed consent form explaining what is involved. Participants may ask questions at any point and stop whenever they like. The full study pays $1,200–$1,600. Applicants should register on Mindrift and complete a short screening questionnaire; session dates will be confirmed for shortlisted applicants.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old and currently live in New York City.
• Be a native Arabic speaker who grew up in Saudi Arabia.
• Use Arabic in everyday life, such as texting friends, email, or notes.
• Have used a smartphone as the main personal phone for at least 3 years.
• Be comfortable communicating in English.
• Be available for 3 consecutive days, either Monday–Wednesday or Thursday–Saturday.
• Not currently be employed by a technology or AI company.

Nice To Haves

• International students, people new to New York City, and people between jobs or with a flexible schedule are described as a great fit.

Responsibilities

• Spend time with the research team in Midtown Manhattan for the study.
• Walk the research team through everyday use of a phone and favorite apps.
• Share examples of everyday phone activity, choosing what to include.
• Complete a short questionnaire about phone and technology habits.

Benefits

• Compensation of $1,200–$1,600 for the full study.

What This Job Offers

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