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Syntricate Technologies

UX Design

Trenton, NJ

$110K - $144K/yr

Project management and research Day to day Client interaction Reporting senior stake holders Hands on experience in UX design using Figma Good communication skills - Able to articulate clearly his ...

Syntricate Technologies

UX Design

Trenton, NJ

$110K - $144K/yr

Project management and research Day to day Client interaction Reporting senior stake holders Hands on experience in UX design using Figma Good communication skills - Able to articulate clearly his ...

Syntricate Technologies

UX Design

Manhattan, NY

$121K - $158K/yr

Project management and research Day to day Client interaction Reporting senior stake holders Hands on experience in UX design using Figma Good communication skills - Able to articulate clearly his ...

Hyundai Motor Company

User Insight Specialist

Irvine, CA · On-site

$90K - $155K/yr

User Insight Specialist Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is looking for an experienced UX design researcher to join the UX Studio Team of Vehicle Software The Position: The User Insight ...

Syntricate Technologies

UX Design

Manhattan, NY

$121K - $158K/yr

Project management and research Day to day Client interaction Reporting senior stake holders Hands on experience in UX design using Figma Good communication skills - Able to articulate clearly his ...

SR Talent Solution Inc

Product/ UX Design Lead

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$121K - $158K/yr

This role combines user-centered design, research, and cross-functional leadership to help upgrade ... Key Responsibilities: UX Strategy & Design Leadership: Lead the creation of concepts, information ...

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How much do user experience design researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for user experience design 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 does a user experience design researcher do?

A User Experience (UX) Design Researcher is responsible for understanding users' behaviors, needs, and motivations through various research methods such as interviews, usability testing, and surveys. They gather and analyze data to inform the design process, ensuring that products are user-friendly and meet the needs of the target audience. UX Researchers collaborate closely with designers, product managers, and engineers to translate insights into actionable design improvements. Their work helps create intuitive and effective digital experiences.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a user experience design researcher?

To thrive as a User Experience Design Researcher, you need expertise in research methodologies, usability testing, and data analysis, often supported by a degree in human-computer interaction, psychology, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like UserTesting, Optimal Workshop, and prototyping platforms (e.g., Figma or Sketch) is commonly required. Strong communication, empathy, and critical thinking skills help you effectively gather insights and collaborate with cross-functional teams. These skills are crucial for designing user-centered products that meet real needs and drive business success.

How does a user experience design researcher typically collaborate with designers and product teams?

User Experience Design Researchers work closely with designers, product managers, and engineers to ensure that user insights directly inform product decisions. They often facilitate workshops, share research findings through presentations or reports, and participate in design sprints to advocate for user needs. Regular collaboration helps ensure that the end product is both usable and aligned with user expectations. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as researchers must translate complex data into actionable recommendations for cross-functional teams.

What is the difference between User Experience Design Researcher vs User Experience Designer?

AspectUser Experience Design ResearcherUser Experience Designer
Primary FocusConducts research to understand user behaviors, needs, and motivationsCreates and designs user interfaces and experiences based on research insights
Skills & CredentialsResearch methods, data analysis, user interviews, surveys, often with a background in psychology or researchDesign tools, wireframing, prototyping, visual design, often with a background in design or human-computer interaction
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, collaborative teams, user testing environmentsDesign studios, product teams, cross-functional collaboration
Common UsageFocuses on understanding user needs to inform design decisionsFocuses on creating the visual and interactive aspects of products

While both roles aim to improve user experiences, the User Experience Design Researcher primarily conducts research to gather insights, whereas the User Experience Designer focuses on designing the interfaces and interactions based on those insights.

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Entry Level UX Design Apprenticeship

Philadelphia, PA • On-site, Remote

UX Woman
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$117K/yr

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Job description

About the Program:
Every year, we sponsor 2 remote UX apprentices from anywhere in the world to join us for 7 months, either in the fall or spring seasons or online. Our UX apprentices work through the end-to-end UX design and UX research process for a startup idea of their choice that will help them attract hiring managers in that topic space or industry.
Apprentices take our program for free and receive 1:1 mentorship throughout the 7-month program. Alumni UX apprentices go on to make between $85,000 -$130,000 in UX design, product design, UX research, or service design roles after they complete the program.
We are committed to helping women, immigrants, POC, and LGBTQ folks break into tech and land 6-figure UX jobs. We help you land 6-figure UX jobs or coach you till you get it.
Apprenticeship Requirements:
This apprenticeship program is open to new grads and UX career changers alike! Here are some apprenticeship requirements to keep in mind before applying:
  • Interested in creative career paths in UX research, UX design, product design or service design
  • Willing to commit 5-10 hours of work per week to complete program deliverables
  • Willing to attend 2-3 hour weekend lectures to learn the end-to-end design process OR willing to complete online video course modules
  • Open to feedback from UX mentors and demonstrates a willingness to revise design work
Apprenticeship Program Learnings:
  • Build digital products and services 0-1
  • Lead end-to-end design process for a startup idea or topic of your choice
  • Lead product scoping and feature scoping, as well as entire project management
  • Identify target market for product and position product for launch success
  • Incorporate AI tools into your UX design process
  • Design AI features and products by considering AI specific design parameters and heuristics
  • Understand how AI works and advocate for ethical AI design that builds trust without over-reliance with users
  • Develop a business model for the product or service and demonstrate how the product/service will scale as the business model scales
  • Lead discovery research by managing user recruitment, creating research plans, writing interview guides, leading 8-16 discovery interviews, and synthesizing interview insights
  • Deliver a compelling UX design and business pitch for your startup idea, showcasing both qualitative and quantitative data to justify the problem space and the solution
  • Tell a compelling story about users by showcasing user types, personas, stakeholder maps, journey maps, process maps, service blueprints, ideation matrixes, sketches, wireframes, UX workflows, prototypes and other visual deliverables
  • Lead user testing of wireframes and prototypes to improve product/service usability and constantly iterate on your startup idea
  • Design a unique design system for your solution from scratch, creating components, a style guide, and branding for your solution
  • Analyze direct and indirect competitors to clearly articulate your solution's differentiators and why your solution is innovative and more likely to succeed over competing options
  • Consult with startups to create a scope of work and fulfill UX research, UX design, product design and service design work based on your scope of work.

How to Apply:
Please fill out our application form to apply for UX Woman sponsoring your participation in the program. The application takes 5 minutes to complete and will ask you to send in your LinkedIn profile and resume, as well as ask you about why you are interested in this program. You do NOT need to have a UX resume or portfolio to apply- we consider folks who are at the very beginning of their career change, who are still exploring multiple career options.
You will receive UX tips and challenges via email to help you with your transition into UX and will be contacted by us if you are being considered for the apprentice program. Once contacted, you will go through a brief interview process before joining the cohort. Due to the large volume of applicants, we cannot contact all applicants about their application status. If you don't hear from us about an interview within 2 months of applying, please consider your application closed. We consider applicants on a rolling basis.

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