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ACI Infotech

UX Researcher

Remote Experiences Required for This Role UX Research - At least 3 years of experience and use cases with the following: * Conduct primary and secondary user research * Conduct and evaluate ...

ACI Infotech

UX Researcher

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 entire product development ...

System One

UX Researcher

Pensacola, FL · Remote

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

System One

UX Researcher

Pensacola, FL · Remote

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

System One

UX Researcher

Pensacola, FL · Remote

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

System One

UX Researcher

Pensacola, FL · Remote

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

Clay

Contract UX Researcher

Remote (US time zone only) Clay is a global design agency building world-class digital products and ... We're looking for a Contract UX Researcher to join our team on a project basis and help shape the ...

Slingshot Aerospace

UX Researcher

What You'll Be Launching We're looking for a UX Researcher who thrives in complex problem spaces and cares deeply about creating seamless, effective, and meaningful experiences for users in high ...

OneStream

Senior User Experience Researcher II

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Remote, USA Employment Type: Full-Time Benefits Offered: Vision, Medical, Life, Dental, 401K Gross annual base salary: USD 173,000-225,000 Additional variable compensation and benefits may apply.

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How much do remote ux researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote 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.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a remote UX researcher?

To thrive as a Remote UX Researcher, you need a solid background in user research methodologies, data analysis, and a degree in human-computer interaction, psychology, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like UserTesting, Optimal Workshop, and survey platforms, as well as knowledge of prototyping and collaboration tools such as Figma and Miro, is typically required. Strong communication, empathy, and self-motivation are essential soft skills for conducting research remotely and collaborating with distributed teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial for generating actionable insights that drive user-centered design and improve product usability from afar.

How does a remote UX researcher effectively collaborate with product teams and stakeholders?

Remote UX Researchers typically use digital collaboration tools such as video conferencing, shared whiteboards, and project management platforms to stay connected with cross-functional teams. Regular virtual meetings, asynchronous feedback sessions, and clear documentation help ensure that research findings are communicated effectively and influence design decisions. Building strong communication habits and proactively sharing insights are key to overcoming the challenges of distance and maintaining alignment with product managers, designers, and developers.

What does a remote UX researcher do?

A Remote UX Researcher studies and analyzes how users interact with digital products or services to improve their overall experience. Working remotely, they conduct user interviews, surveys, usability tests, and analyze data to provide actionable insights for design and development teams. Their goal is to ensure products are user-friendly, accessible, and meet the needs of the target audience, all while collaborating with colleagues virtually. Remote UX Researchers use various online tools to gather and interpret user feedback, helping organizations make informed design decisions.

What is the difference between Remote Ux Researcher vs Remote Ux Designer?

AspectRemote Ux ResearcherRemote Ux Designer
Primary FocusConducts user research, gathers insights, and analyzes user behaviorDesigns user interfaces, creates wireframes, and develops visual layouts
Skills & CredentialsResearch methods, data analysis, user interviews, usability testingDesign tools, visual design, prototyping, user-centered design principles
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with designers, product managers, and developers remotelyWorks on visual and interaction design remotely, often in design teams

While both roles focus on improving user experience, Remote Ux Researchers primarily gather and analyze user insights, whereas Remote Ux Designers focus on creating the visual and interactive elements of digital products. Both roles often collaborate closely but require different skill sets and tools.

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User Experience Researcher

Futurewave Systems

San Dimas, CA • Remote

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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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