$64 - $98/hr
Die Rolle Head of Research wird ab 3‑4 Researcher:innen oder 60‑80 Personen im Produktteam relevant. UX Researcher:in (m/w/d): Discovery und Nutzer‑Research im KMU oder Scale‑up [Firmenname ...
$64 - $98/hr
Die Rolle Head of Research wird ab 3‑4 Researcher:innen oder 60‑80 Personen im Produktteam relevant. UX Researcher:in (m/w/d): Discovery und Nutzer‑Research im KMU oder Scale‑up [Firmenname ...
$64 - $98/hr
Die Rolle Head of Research wird ab 3‑4 Researcher:innen oder 60‑80 Personen im Produktteam relevant. UX Researcher:in (m/w/d): Discovery und Nutzer‑Research im KMU oder Scale‑up [Firmenname ...
The Head Librarian plays a key role in supporting teaching,learning, and research across the LSEHD by providing advanced researchassistance, library instruction, collection development, and faculty ...
The Head Librarian plays a key role in supporting teaching,learning, and research across the LSEHD by providing advanced researchassistance, library instruction, collection development, and faculty ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$150 - $175/hr
The Quantitative Fixed Income Researcher role is highly collaborative, working closely with senior quantitative researchers,the head of quantitative research to design, test, and implement models ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$150 - $175/hr
The Quantitative Fixed Income Researcher role is highly collaborative, working closely with senior quantitative researchers,the head of quantitative research to design, test, and implement models ...
The CFD Division Head will lead a premier group of approximately fifteen of engineers and research ... This position may be filled as either a Research and Development Engineer or a non-tenure Research ...
The CFD Division Head will lead a premier group of approximately fifteen of engineers and research ... This position may be filled as either a Research and Development Engineer or a non-tenure Research ...
Auburn, AL · On-site
$100 - $150/hr
The Department of Drug Discovery and Development focuses on basic and translational research and ... The Department Head is expected to contribute to the College's research mission in these areas.
Auburn, AL · On-site
$100 - $150/hr
The Department of Drug Discovery and Development focuses on basic and translational research and ... The Department Head is expected to contribute to the College's research mission in these areas.
The CFD Division Head will lead a premier group of approximately fifteen of engineers and research ... This position may be filled as either a Research and Development Engineer or a non-tenure Research ...
The CFD Division Head will lead a premier group of approximately fifteen of engineers and research ... This position may be filled as either a Research and Development Engineer or a non-tenure Research ...
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
$300 - $400/hr
... care, research, and education. The position offers the opportunity to shape the future of ... The Section Head will foster a collaborative, multidisciplinary model of care, working closely with ...
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
$300 - $400/hr
... care, research, and education. The position offers the opportunity to shape the future of ... The Section Head will foster a collaborative, multidisciplinary model of care, working closely with ...
Hartford, CT · Hybrid
The Sector Head will develop and maintain investment strategies tailored to each client ... Develop and maintain strong relationships with broker-dealers, investment banks, research providers ...
Hartford, CT · Hybrid
The Sector Head will develop and maintain investment strategies tailored to each client ... Develop and maintain strong relationships with broker-dealers, investment banks, research providers ...
West Lafayette, IN · On-site
Department Head CPB City: West Lafayette Job Summary The Purdue University College of Veterinary ... Collaborative and cutting-edge research in the department is broadly aligned with Purdue's One ...
West Lafayette, IN · On-site
Department Head CPB City: West Lafayette Job Summary The Purdue University College of Veterinary ... Collaborative and cutting-edge research in the department is broadly aligned with Purdue's One ...
Hartford, CT · Hybrid
$189K - $284K/yr
The Sector Head will develop and maintain investment strategies tailored to each client ... Develop and maintain strong relationships with broker-dealers, investment banks, research providers ...
Hartford, CT · Hybrid
$189K - $284K/yr
The Sector Head will develop and maintain investment strategies tailored to each client ... Develop and maintain strong relationships with broker-dealers, investment banks, research providers ...
Hartford, CT · On-site
The Sector Head will develop and maintain investment strategies tailored to each client ... Develop and maintain strong relationships with broker-dealers, investment banks, research providers ...
Hartford, CT · On-site
The Sector Head will develop and maintain investment strategies tailored to each client ... Develop and maintain strong relationships with broker-dealers, investment banks, research providers ...
Rochester, MN · On-site
$118 - $368/hr
To achieve the overall goal of the Head and Neck Disease Group (DG) of Mayo Clinic Comprehensive ... With 440 members and >1500 aligned cancer physicians working in six Cancer Research Programs ...
Rochester, MN · On-site
$118 - $368/hr
To achieve the overall goal of the Head and Neck Disease Group (DG) of Mayo Clinic Comprehensive ... With 440 members and >1500 aligned cancer physicians working in six Cancer Research Programs ...
$113 - $138/hr
They also serve on faculty committees, hold significant administrative positions, and are eligible for summer research stipends. The Head of Reference manages all aspects of the library's Reference ...
$113 - $138/hr
They also serve on faculty committees, hold significant administrative positions, and are eligible for summer research stipends. The Head of Reference manages all aspects of the library's Reference ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$120 - $180/hr
Client Engagement, Management, and Research * The Deputy Head will lead complex client engagements from intake through billing, including proposal preparation; development of investigative plans ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$120 - $180/hr
Client Engagement, Management, and Research * The Deputy Head will lead complex client engagements from intake through billing, including proposal preparation; development of investigative plans ...
Head of Research and Development As the Head of Research and Development (R&D), you will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and product development within the consumer packaged goods (CPG ...
Head of Research and Development As the Head of Research and Development (R&D), you will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and product development within the consumer packaged goods (CPG ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$250K - $275K/yr
Client Engagement, Management, and Research * The Deputy Head will lead complex client engagements from intake through billing, including proposal preparation; development of investigative plans ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$250K - $275K/yr
Client Engagement, Management, and Research * The Deputy Head will lead complex client engagements from intake through billing, including proposal preparation; development of investigative plans ...
$120 - $180/hr
Client Engagement, Management, and Research * The Deputy Head will lead complex client engagements from intake through billing, including proposal preparation; development of investigative plans ...
$120 - $180/hr
Client Engagement, Management, and Research * The Deputy Head will lead complex client engagements from intake through billing, including proposal preparation; development of investigative plans ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$113 - $138/hr
They also serve on faculty committees, hold significant administrative positions, and are eligible for summer research stipends. The Head of Reference manages all aspects of the library's Reference ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$113 - $138/hr
They also serve on faculty committees, hold significant administrative positions, and are eligible for summer research stipends. The Head of Reference manages all aspects of the library's Reference ...
$250 - $420/hr
The Head of Research will lead the In Vitro Biology, In Vivo Pharmacology, and Translational Biology functions, providing scientific and strategic leadership to ensure the development of an ...
$250 - $420/hr
The Head of Research will lead the In Vitro Biology, In Vivo Pharmacology, and Translational Biology functions, providing scientific and strategic leadership to ensure the development of an ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$150 - $190/hr
Client Engagement, Management, and Research * The Deputy Head will lead complex client engagements from intake through billing, including proposal preparation; development of investigative plans ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$150 - $190/hr
Client Engagement, Management, and Research * The Deputy Head will lead complex client engagements from intake through billing, including proposal preparation; development of investigative plans ...
$29K - $47K
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$47K - $65.1K
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$155.3K - $173.4K
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| Aspect | Head Researcher | Research Scientist |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires advanced degrees (Master's or PhD), extensive research experience | Usually holds a Master's or PhD, with strong research background |
| Work Environment | Leads research teams, manages projects, strategic planning | Conducts experiments, data analysis, reports findings |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used in academia, corporate R&D, government research | Common in labs, universities, industry research divisions |
The main difference is that a Head Researcher oversees research projects and teams, focusing on strategy and management, while a Research Scientist primarily conducts experiments and analyzes data. Both roles require advanced degrees and research expertise, but the Head Researcher has additional leadership responsibilities.
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Bevor Sie die Stellenausschreibung schreiben, klären Sie drei Fragen. Sie entscheiden, ob die dedizierte Research-Funktion der richtige Hebel ist und welches Profil Sie tatsächlich brauchen.
Brauchen Sie wirklich eine:n dedizierte:n UX Researcher:in oder eine:n Product Designer:in mit Research-Anteil? In Produktteams mit weniger als 30 Personen oder weniger als 3 parallelen Produktinitiativen ist die Discovery-Last in der Regel von Product Designer:innen oder PMs mit leichtgewichtiger Research-Routine zu tragen. Eine dedizierte UX-Research-Funktion lohnt sich, wenn (a) das Produktteam ab 30-50 Personen wächst, (b) mehrere parallele Discovery-Stränge laufen, die methodische Tiefe brauchen, oder (c) ein neuer Markt oder eine neue Zielnutzungs-Hypothese systematische Validierung erfordert. Stellen Sie die Funktion zu früh ein, wird die:der Researcher:in unterausgelastet oder mit Themen außerhalb der Kernkompetenz beauftragt ; stellen Sie sie zu spät ein, fehlt die Discovery-Tiefe in entscheidenden Produktphasen.
In welcher Produktphase befinden Sie sich? Eine:n Researcher:in, die:der in einem etablierten B2C-Produkt mit stabilem PMF an Optimierung von Funnel-Conversion gearbeitet hat, arbeitet anders als jemand, der in einem B2B-SaaS-Early-Stage den PMF durch Discovery-Interviews gesucht hat. Methodenmix, Tempo und Erkenntnistiefe unterscheiden sich. In der Early-Stage (unter 3 M€ ARR, PMF in Konsolidierung) suchen Sie ein Profil, das im Chaos zu Hause ist, schnelle qualitative Studien priorisiert und Lerngeschwindigkeit über methodische Perfektion stellt. In einem etablierten Scale-up (10‑50 M€ ARR, stabilisiertes PMF) suchen Sie ein Profil, das eine rollende Studien‑Pipeline aufbauen, ein Repository reifen lassen und Research‑Rituale für ein wachsendes Team strukturieren kann. Die beiden Profile zu kreuzen führt in 6‑12 Monaten zu Scheitern oder Frustration.
Wie viel Prozent der Zeit fließt in Befähigung von PMs und Designer:innen? In einem KMU mit einer:einem einzigen Researcher:in wird die Funktion nicht skalieren, wenn sie nur eigene Studien durchführt. 20‑30 Prozent der Zeit fließen typischerweise in Befähigungs‑Arbeit: leichtgewichtige Leitfaden‑Vorlagen für DIY‑Research durch PMs, Pair‑Sessions bei kleineren Interviews, Review von Studien durch Designer:innen, regelmäßige interne Schulungen zu Interview‑Grundlagen und Verzerrungs‑Vermeidung. Klären Sie diese Dimension bereits in der Ausschreibung ; ein Profil, das ausschließlich eigene Studien durchführen will, passt im KMU selten.
Indikative Kapazitätsrechnung: eine:n UX Researcher:in unterstützt 2 bis 4 Produkt‑Teams (10‑20 Ingenieur:innen plus 2‑4 Designer:innen plus 2‑4 PMs insgesamt). Darüber hinaus stellen Sie eine:n zweite:n Researcher:in ein oder bauen eine Head‑of‑Research-Ebene auf. Die Rolle Head of Research wird ab 3‑4 Researcher:innen oder 60‑80 Personen im Produktteam relevant.
UX Researcher:in (m/w/d): Discovery und Nutzer‑Research im KMU oder Scale‑up[Firmenname], B2B‑KMU [Branche] mit Sitz in [Stadt], [X] Mitarbeitende, [X] M€ ARR, sucht eine:n UX Researcher:in zur Verstärkung eines Produktteams von [X] Personen.
Ihre AufgabeSie planen, führen und kommunizieren Nutzer‑Research über den gesamten Discovery‑Zyklus (qualitative Studien, quantitative Validierungen, Mixed‑Methods‑Pläne), eigenständig auf bekannten Themen und in Abstimmung bei strukturierenden Studien. Sie berichten an die [Head of Research / Head of Design / Head of Product / CPO].
HauptverantwortlichkeitenFestgehalt, brutto pro Jahr
Bruttofixgehalt pro Jahr für eine:n UX Researcher:in auf Mid‑Level (3 bis 7 Jahre Berufserfahrung) im deutschen KMU oder Scale‑up im SaaS‑ oder Tech‑Umfeld. Berlin und München im Tech‑Scale‑up‑Umfeld ziehen die Spanne nach oben (75‑95 k€), klassischer Mittelstand und Provinzstandorte (Hannover, Dortmund, Leipzig) tendenziell nach unten (50‑62 k€). Profile mit nachweisbarer Mixed‑Methods‑Erfahrung (qualitativ plus quantitativ, Tests plus Analytics‑Lektüre) und Senior‑Stakeholder‑Souveränität ziehen nach oben ; reine Usability‑Test‑Profile ohne Discovery‑Strategie tendieren nach unten. Eine variable Vergütung ist in dieser Rolle untypisch ; Scale‑ups bieten ergänzend VSOP oder ESOP (virtuelle Anteile).
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