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TEGNA Inc.

UX Copy Lead - Product & Experience

New York, NY · On-site

$80K - $105K/yr

You'll collaborate closely with designers, researchers, product managers, and engineers to deliver ... Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute ...

Horizon Labs

Freelance / Contract-Based Hours: Part-time / Full-time (During semester / vacation) About the ... Support product discovery through user research, market analysis, and synthesis of product ...

Activision Blizzard

Lead UX Designer

Santa Monica, CA

$123.80K - $162K/yr

You will generate insights from player data, research, and competitor analysis, and partner closely ... Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time ...

ICF

On-Call UX Designer

Reston, VA · On-site

UX Designer (Part Time On Call)The Work ICF is seeking an experienced UX Designer to support ... Collaborate with product owners, developers, UX researchers, and delivery teams to translate ...

New York University

Researcher (Part-time)

New York, NY · On-site

$26.37/hr

Description Part time Research Scholar Biomedical Engineering New York University Faculty in the Biomedical Engineering department ( at NYU Tandon School of Engineering is seeking to hire a part-time ...

Aroha Technologies

Management Consultant

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$58.90K - $67.70K/yr

... 5 - 6 Months (Part-Time; Approx. 20 hours/week) Work Type: Hybrid / Onsite Preferred Strong ... user research and data analysis. • Experience working closely with Security and Compliance on ...

BJC HealthCare

Intern - UI/UX

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

This position is looking for 2027-2028 grads that are majoring in User Experience/Research Design ... As an intern in the career development program students can expect to work part-time during the ...

Akido

Head of Product Design

Los Angeles, CA

$220K - $250K/yr

Lead design-focused user research initiatives across clinicians, care teams, and patients, and ... Manage and mentor our Product Designer and part-time Graphic Designer. * Set clear expectations ...

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How much do part time user research jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for part time user research 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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Part Time User Researcher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time User Researcher, you need a solid understanding of research methodologies, data analysis, and user-centered design, often supported by a degree in psychology, HCI, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like UserTesting, Optimal Workshop, and analytics platforms, as well as experience in conducting interviews and usability tests, is typically required. Strong communication, adaptability, and empathy help you connect with participants and collaborate effectively with design and product teams. These skills enable you to generate actionable insights that directly improve user experience and product success.

How does a part-time user researcher typically collaborate with product and design teams?

Part-time user researchers often work closely with product managers and designers to prioritize research initiatives and communicate user insights. Despite working fewer hours, they are expected to coordinate key research activities, such as usability testing or user interviews, within tight project timelines. Effective collaboration usually involves regular check-ins, sharing findings in accessible formats, and being proactive in aligning research goals with team objectives. This collaborative approach ensures user feedback is integrated into product decisions, even when the researcher is not present full-time.

What is a part-time user researcher?

A part-time user researcher is a professional who studies how people use products or services, typically working fewer hours than a full-time position. They gather insights through interviews, surveys, usability tests, and observations to help companies improve their products and user experiences. Part-time user researchers often collaborate with design, product, and development teams, but have flexible schedules or reduced workloads compared to full-time roles. This job is ideal for those seeking work-life balance or supplementing other commitments while contributing valuable research expertise.
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Infographic showing various Part Time User Research job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 55% Full Time, 43% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,102 per year, or $54.4 per hour.
UX/IxD Design Instructor (Part-Time)

UX/IxD Design Instructor (Part-Time)

DESIGNATION Labs

Saint Louis, MO

Part-time

Posted 22 days ago

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Company Description

DESIGNATION is a full-time, full-immersion, full-stack design bootcamp. Over 12 weeks, students learn digital design, front-end development and user experience (UX), and build their portfolios by working with live clients on real world projects.

Job Description

You love UX and IxD and have a lot of experience in it. You are a designer by day, but you would love to teach aspiring designer students the power of research, interaction design, and usability. The UX/IxD instructor role is an evening part-time position, with 6pm - 9pm lectures six times per month, as well as two Saturday workshops and office hours.

Responsibilities:

  • Teach User Experience (UX) and Interaction Design (IxD) to students (8 classes/month); you would teach DESIGNATION's proprietary design curriculum, but would be able to add your own flavors to the content

  • Mentor students and provide feedback in-person and via email

  • Connect job-ready students with any potential opportunities; interface with the student job placement program

  • Contribute to improving the UX and IxD curriculum

  • Contribute UX and IxD thought leadership articles to the DESIGNATION blog, and speak or host workshops/events throughout the year

Qualifications

  • 4+ years industry experience

  • You are a working professional with a passion for research and user-centered design; you have a ton of experiences and insights to share with aspiring students who want to break into the UX field

  • You love technology, and are committed to helping people understand the principles of user experience research as it pertains to digital design

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Educational background is a plus, but not a requirement
Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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