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Sr. UX Research Consultant

Houston, TX ยท Remote

$40 - $60/hr

Who You Are ยท You have a minimum of 8+ years of UX design with at least 4+ on hands-with UX research experience Team or project Lead experience is ideal. ยท You have a degree/diploma in design and ...

Sr. UX Research Consultant

Houston, TX ยท Remote

$40 - $60/hr

Who You Are ยท You have a minimum of 8+ years of UX design with at least 4+ on hands-with UX research experience Team or project Lead experience is ideal. ยท You have a degree/diploma in design and ...

Acts as an internal UX Research consultant providing business and technical guidance on user experience to Development, Product Management and other stakeholders Qualifications: Proficient at ...

UX User Experience Research Manager

Memphis, TN ยท On-site

$113K/yr

AutoZone's UX Research Manager will have a passion to understand the "why" behind the behaviors and attitudes of our customers and AutoZone employees. The Manager of UX Research is a thought-leader ...

UX User Experience Research Manager

Memphis, TN ยท On-site

$113K/yr

AutoZone's UX Research Manager will have a passion to understand the "why" behind the behaviors and attitudes of our customers and AutoZone employees. The Manager of UX Research is a thought-leader ...

Paid holidays ABOUT US User Research International is a User Experience (UX) consulting research company specializing in usability testing and market research based in Kirkland, Washington. We work ...

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How much do ux research consultant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for ux research consultant in the United States is $67.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58.41 and $75.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a UX Research Consultant do?

A UX Research Consultant helps organizations understand their users' needs, behaviors, and experiences to inform the design and development of products or services. They use various research methods, such as interviews, surveys, usability testing, and data analysis, to gather insights about how users interact with digital products. Their findings guide teams in making user-centered decisions, improving usability, and enhancing overall user satisfaction. UX Research Consultants often work with designers, product managers, and developers to ensure that user perspectives are integrated throughout the product lifecycle.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a UX Research Consultant?

To thrive as a UX Research Consultant, you need expertise in user research methodologies, data analysis, and a strong background in human-computer interaction or a related field. Familiarity with tools like UserTesting, Optimal Workshop, and survey platforms, as well as knowledge of usability testing protocols, is typically required. Excellent communication, empathy, and the ability to synthesize complex findings into actionable insights are crucial soft skills. These skills ensure that user-centered recommendations drive product improvements and business objectives effectively.

How does a UX Research Consultant typically collaborate with product and design teams during a project?

As a UX Research Consultant, you will work closely with product managers, designers, and developers to ensure user insights inform every stage of the design process. You may lead user interviews, usability testing, and workshops, then synthesize findings into actionable recommendations for the team. Communication and facilitation are key, as you'll often present research outcomes, advocate for user needs, and help teams prioritize solutions based on evidence. This collaborative approach ensures design decisions are user-centered and aligned with business goals.

What is the difference between Ux Research Consultant vs Ux Designer?

AspectUx Research ConsultantUx Designer
Primary FocusConducting user research, gathering insights, and analyzing user behaviorDesigning user interfaces, creating prototypes, and visual design
Skills & CertificationsUser research methods, data analysis, usability testingDesign tools (Sketch, Figma), visual design, interaction design
Work EnvironmentResearch teams, product teams, consulting firmsDesign teams, product teams, agencies
Industry UsageCommonly employed in tech, consulting, and product companiesUsed across tech, advertising, and digital agencies

While both roles focus on improving user experience, Ux Research Consultants specialize in understanding user needs through research, whereas Ux Designers focus on creating the visual and interactive aspects of products. Both collaborate closely to ensure a user-centered design process.

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Infographic showing various Ux Research Consultant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $139,589 per year, or $67.1 per hour.

User Experience Researcher

Futurewave Systems

San Dimas, CA โ€ข Remote

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Company Description

Founded in 2006, Futurewave Systems is a minority owned boutique,ย STAFFING & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PROVIDERย headquartered in Atlanta, GA. We are aย GLOBAL NETWORKย of proven industry professionals demonstrating the fastest fulfillment rate of high tech professionals for Fortune 500 Companies.ย 

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.ย 

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 Contractย