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UX Woman

$113K/yr

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.

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Smartsheet

Manager, UX Research (Remote Eligible - US)

$119K/yr

We're hiring a Manager of UX Research to join our world class UX Research team. Researchers at Smartsheet come from a diverse range of traditional and non-traditional backgrounds. We apply a wide ...

Allied Solutions LLC

UX Researcher

Carmel, IN

Recruit research subjects to participate in UX Research methods * Prioritize and reprioritize tasks based on varying criteria to achieve optimal speed-to-insight while managing multiple initiatives

Allied Solutions LLC

UX Researcher

Carmel, IN · On-site

Recruit research subjects to participate in UX Research methods * Prioritize and reprioritize tasks based on varying criteria to achieve optimal speed-to-insight while managing multiple initiatives

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 ...

Staffingine LLC

UX Designer & UX Researcher

Spring, TX · On-site

Analyze user behavior and research findings to provide actionable insights * Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to align UX strategies with business goals * Present ...

ACI Infotech

UX Researcher

Government-specific task management Knowledge, Skills and Ability UX Research & Testing * Ability to share research results quickly and effectively * Ability to perform all research-related tasks ...

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How much do user experience research manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for user experience research manager in the United States is $120,088.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $116,500.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a User Experience Research Manager do?

A User Experience (UX) Research Manager leads teams that study how users interact with products and services, using research methods like interviews, surveys, and usability testing. They oversee research projects, analyze findings, and collaborate with designers, product managers, and engineers to improve the user experience. The manager is responsible for shaping research strategy, mentoring researchers, and ensuring that user insights drive product decisions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a User Experience Research Manager?

To thrive as a User Experience Research Manager, you need a deep understanding of research methodologies, usability testing, data analysis, and a relevant degree in human-computer interaction or a related field. Familiarity with research tools like UserTesting, Qualtrics, and analytics platforms, as well as experience managing research projects, is essential. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills help you guide teams and advocate for user-centric design. These abilities ensure that research insights effectively shape product strategy, resulting in better user experiences and business outcomes.

How does a User Experience Research Manager typically collaborate with product and design teams?

A User Experience Research Manager works closely with product managers and designers to ensure that user insights inform every stage of product development. This role often involves organizing and leading research initiatives, synthesizing findings, and presenting actionable recommendations to cross-functional teams. Regular collaboration sessions, design reviews, and workshops are common, as the manager helps bridge the gap between user needs and business goals. Effective communication and stakeholder management are key to ensuring that research findings drive meaningful product improvements.

What is the difference between User Experience Research Manager vs User Experience Research Specialist?

AspectUser Experience Research ManagerUser Experience Research Specialist
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in UX, Psychology, or related fields; experience in research methodsSimilar credentials, often with less managerial experience
Work EnvironmentLeads research teams, collaborates with cross-functional departmentsConducts research independently or within teams, supports project needs
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in larger organizations with dedicated UX teamsCommon in startups and smaller companies
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding managerial roles in UX researchLooking for hands-on research roles in UX

The User Experience Research Manager oversees research teams and strategic initiatives, while the User Experience Research Specialist focuses on conducting research activities. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and skills, but differ mainly in scope and responsibility within organizations.

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Infographic showing various User Experience Research Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,088 per year, or $57.7 per hour.

UX Researcher

Rootshell Enterprise Technologies, Inc.

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Greetings from Rootshell Inc,..
Role: UX Researcher
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Duration: Long Term
Duties: As a member UX Research team, you will help shape the end to end UX Research process for a hyper-growth product development organization. You will be planning and conducting user research studies and experiments across multiple products and digital experiences, collaborating closely with our UX Designers, Product Managers, and other key stakeholders.
Identify and help to prioritize research opportunities Craft and refine customer personas Apply quantitative and qualitative methodologies to collect and analyze user behavior data and communicate actionable recommendations to stakeholders Partner with engineers and designers to develop requirements for interactive prototypes Support teams to apply research in the software development cycle; ensure consistency, rigor, and accuracy across research studies and programs Partner with analytics teams to leverage insights from data sources Manage participant outreach programs Maintain the UX research repository of past reports, study templates, guides, and other deliverables Evangelize user research internally, and nurture a culture of experimentation through proactive knowledge sharing across teams
Skills:
Experience with generative/evaluative research using quantitative/qualitative methodologies Demonstrated understanding of the strengths and shortcomings of different research methods, including when and how to apply them during the product development process Experience facilitating research studies and experiments, such as in-person and remote testing, concept evaluation, card sorting, A/B testing, iterative prototype testing, field research, survey design, etc.
UX Research experience for Cloud/SaaS, PaaS and/or IaaS products is preferred
Satish K
408-675-5095
satish@rootshellinc.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/satish-kesap-74010941/

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