UX Researcher (Mid-Level) - Contract Role / Nyc

User Research International•New York, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and collaborative UX Researcher to join our client’s product team in New York City. The ideal candidate is a practitioner who excels in iterative, fast-paced environments and has experience in usability, concept testing, and prototype evaluation. In this role, you will play a critical part in shaping the user experience by conducting frequent research sessions, analyzing data, and providing actionable insights to the product team. This is an in-office position based in NYC. This role requires the individual to be in the office at least 3 days a week (Tuesday – Thursday). You will execute multiple phases of user research, including writing research plans, developing participant screeners to identify specific profiles, moderating study sessions, and writing detailed reports. You will work closely with stakeholders to ensure findings are integrated into the design and engineering workflows.

Requirements

4–7 years of industry work experience in the field of User Research (specifically in a tech/product environment, not solely academic).
Strong Methodology Knowledge: Solid understanding of human-computer interaction, experimental design, and qualitative data analysis.
Iterative Experience: Proven ability to run rapid-cycle usability studies and test early product builds.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled at generating research plans and defining user experience metrics.
Minimum of a BA required with significant relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

MA/MS or PhD preferred in HCI, Psychology, Human Factors, or a highly related field.

Responsibilities

Execute multiple phases of user research, including writing research plans, developing participant screeners to identify specific profiles, moderating study sessions, and writing detailed reports.
Work closely with stakeholders to ensure findings are integrated into the design and engineering workflows.