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Socket.dev

UX Researcher

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Title: UX Researcher Location: Chicago IL, Culver City CA, or San Francisco CA Who We Are: Ipsos is one of the world's largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by ...

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Allied Solutions LLC

UX Researcher

Carmel, IN · On-site

A UX Researcher solves complex problems with simple, elegant solutions. They plan research activities, conduct both qualitative and quantitative research methods, analyze the results, and translate ...

Allied Solutions LLC

UX Researcher

Carmel, IN · On-site

A UX Researcher solves complex problems with simple, elegant solutions. They plan research activities, conduct both qualitative and quantitative research methods, analyze the results, and translate ...

ACI Infotech

UX Researcher

ROLE: UX Researcher Location: REMOTE DURATION: 1+ Years contract About the Role The UX Researcher will support the mission by work with CTDS product designers and product managers throughout the ...

Advanced Tech Placement

UX Researcher

Florham Park, NJ · On-site

In this role, you will be part of a UX Research team, where you will identify and conduct various ... Courage comes from how associates are willing to have difficult conversations, speak up, be an ...

Ipsos

UX Researcher

Chicago, IL · On-site

$85K/yr

Title: UX Researcher Location: Chicago IL, Culver City CA, or San Francisco CA Who We Are: Ipsos is one of the world's largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by ...

User Research International LLC

UX Researcher (TEMP)

$55 - $70/hr

User Research International is seeking an experienced UX Researcher (5+ years) to lead benchmarking and usability research for AI/ML, cloud, and developer-facing tools. You'll independently design ...

ACI Infotech

UX Researcher

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Kanak Elite Services Inc

UX Researcher

Chicago, IL · On-site

Title - UX Researcher LOCATION: Hybrid - Chicago, IL Only Local Must have portfolio included Key Responsibilities : * Lead user research efforts across multiple product lines, including gathering and ...

INSPYR Solutions

UX Researcher

Redmond, WA · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Title: UX Researcher Location: Redmond, WA (5 days a week onsite) Duration: 12 months Compensation: $50-$55/hr Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S. The Audio ...

ClifyX

UX Researcher

San Jose, CA · On-site

Position : UX Researcher Location: Seattle, WA/San Jose, CA(Hybrid Onsite) Duration: 12+ Months Contract G8 UX Researcher, AI + Quantitative Specialist

Ipsos

UX Researcher

Chicago, IL · On-site

$85K/yr

Title: UX Researcher Location: Chicago IL, Culver City CA, or San Francisco CA Who We Are: Ipsos is one of the world's largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by ...

ACI Infotech

UX Researcher

Hartford, CT · On-site

About the Role The UX Researcher will support the mission by work with CTDS product designers and product managers throughout the entire product development lifecycle, from identifying foundational ...

System One

UX Researcher

Pensacola, FL · Remote

Job Title: UX Researcher Location: Pensacola, FL (on-site) and San Diego, CA or Vienna, VA Type: Contract Work Model: Hybrid - onsite and remote Responsibilities * Act in a consultative and advisory ...

ULINE

UX Researcher

Glenview, IL

UX Researcher Corporate Headquarters 12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 It's all about our customers! Our eCommerce team is committed to making Uline.com the easiest place to do business.

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate ux researcher in the United States is $113,102.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $154,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Associate UX Researcher helps gather and analyze user insights to improve product design and functionality. They assist in conducting user interviews, surveys, and usability tests to understand user behaviors and needs. They work closely with designers, product managers, and engineers to ensure user-centric decisions. Typically, they support senior researchers in data synthesis, documentation, and presenting findings to stakeholders. This role is ideal for those starting their career in UX research and looking to develop foundational skills.

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To thrive as an Associate UX Researcher, you need a solid understanding of user-centered design, experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods, and a relevant degree such as in human-computer interaction, psychology, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like UserTesting, Optimal Workshop, survey platforms, and data analysis software is often required. Strong communication, empathy, analytical thinking, and collaborative skills help you effectively gather insights and work closely with design and product teams. These abilities are crucial for uncovering actionable user insights that drive product improvements and successful user experiences.

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Associate UX Researchers often encounter challenges such as recruiting the right participants for studies, managing tight project timelines, and ensuring that research findings clearly inform design decisions. Balancing multiple research projects and adapting methodologies to fit varying team needs are also typical aspects of the role. Additionally, effectively communicating complex insights to stakeholders who may have limited UX knowledge can be demanding. However, these challenges offer valuable opportunities to develop key skills and make meaningful contributions to user-centered products.

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User Experience Researcher

San Dimas, CA • Remote

Futurewave Systems
51 - 200 employees
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Company Description

Founded in 2006, Futurewave Systems is a minority owned boutique, STAFFING & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PROVIDER headquartered in Atlanta, GA. We are a GLOBAL NETWORK of proven industry professionals demonstrating the fastest fulfillment rate of high tech professionals for Fortune 500 Companies. 

Job Description
  1. The User Researcher works closely with UX Designers and Project Stakeholders to propose and conduct user research activities consisting of Strategic and Tactical studies.
  2. The User researcher is responsible for coordinating, planning, executing, and reporting on User Experience Research activities across numerous ADP products, services and platforms.
  3. These activities include, but are not limited to task-based testing, card sorting, surveys, focus groups, 1:1 interviews, task analysis, field and crowd sourcing, remote moderated testing, remote unmoderated testing, prototype testing, persona creation/evolution/weighting, recruiting, etc. across platforms and user groups for complex web and mobile applications.
  4. This individual, working closely with stakeholders, identifies the appropriate user experience research methods/activities for each project and is responsible for designing, planning, conducting, and communicating results of related research studies at all organizational levels with the highest quality.
  5. The User Researcher also investigates and evaluates User Experience Research trends in the industry and communicates recommendations to the enterprise team aimed at enhancing UX processes, incorporating new or innovative ideas, increasing research velocity/value/efficacy and/or recommending new methodologies and tools as appropriate.
  6. This individual acts as an internal UX Research consultant, providing expert guidance on user experience research to Development, Product Management and other stakeholders in order to ensure data driven / informed design.
  7. The User Researcher works in a multidisciplinary environment, and in a collaborative fashion, on user experience research activities throughout the software development lifecycle of applications with numerous research initiatives occurring concurrently.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Strong background in user experience research with software, web, B2B, B2C, and/or mobile applications leveraging usability techniques that include some or all of the following: iterative/formative discovery, remote usability testing, heuristic evaluation, task analysis, surveys, focus groups, persona definition, field research, crowd-sourcing, etc.

Experience with Morae, Qualtrics, Usuara, and /or iRise Studio and other research or prototyping tools is highly desirable. Knowledge and experience in Information Architecture, User Interface Design and Visual Design along with related best practices is also desirable. Experience and past success performing UX Research within an Agile SDLC is preferred. 

Qualifications

Advanced degree in HF/HCI or a related discipline or equivalent experience required.

5-8 years of experience working in the user experience research field within a fast-paced software development environment

Skills Matrix:

Task based testing

Card-sorting

Surveys

Focus groups

1:1 interviews

Task analysis

Field and crowd sourcing

Remote Moderated Testing

Remote un-moderated testing

Prototype Testing

Persona creation/evolution/weighting

Recruiting, etc. across platforms and user groups for complex web and mobile applications

Tools:

user experience research with software, web, B2B, B2C, and/or mobile applications

Highly Desired:

Morae, Qualtrics, Usuara, and /or iRise Studio and other research or prototyping tools

Experience and past success performing UX Research within an Agile SDLC is preferred

Additional Information

6+ Months Contract 

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