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How much do work study qualitative researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for work study qualitative 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 is the difference between Work Study Qualitative Researcher vs Research Assistant?

AspectWork Study Qualitative ResearcherResearch Assistant
CredentialsTypically enrolled students, some research experienceVaries; often students or entry-level with relevant coursework
Work EnvironmentAcademic or research institutions, part-timeUniversities, labs, or research organizations
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, research projectsUniversities, research centers, nonprofits
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference is that a Work Study Qualitative Researcher is usually a student participating in a work-study program focused on qualitative research, often part-time and tied to academic schedules. A Research Assistant may have similar responsibilities but can be a broader role, sometimes requiring more experience or different funding sources. Both roles support research projects in academic settings, but the Work Study Qualitative Researcher is specifically linked to work-study programs and student status.

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Infographic showing various Work Study Qualitative Researcher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,102 per year, or $54.4 per hour.

Lead Quantitative and Qualitative Researcher- Remote

ICF

Reston, VA • Remote

$173K/yr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

We are seeking a Lead mixed-methods researcher to join a multidisciplinary dynamic contractor team supporting a federal agency's customer experience and human-centered design initiatives. In this role, you will lead research efforts that generate actionable, datadriven insights to inform service design, digital product development, and policy decisions. You will work closely with stakeholders, CX strategists, designers, data analysts, engineers, and technologists to ensure that customer voices are embedded throughout the product and service lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and lead quantitative and qualitative research studies including surveys, interviews, usability tests, and ethnographic methods.

  • Lead survey strategy and creation, deployment, and analysis of results to uncover actionable insights and measure customer sentiment.

  • Ensure research practices comply with ethical standards, including informed consent and protection of personally identifiable information.

  • Synthesize qualitative and quantitative data into clear, compelling insights that inform design, product, and policy decisions.

  • Translate findings into research artifacts such as reports, personas, journey maps, service blueprints, and data visualizations.

  • Provide strategic direction to analysts on data visualization approaches, ensuring insights are understandable and actionable.

  • Present findings to stakeholders across government agencies, including senior leaders, advocating for customer-centered improvements.

  • Partner with CX strategists, service designers, data scientists, and technologist to validate concepts, improve usability, and enhance service delivery.

  • Apply Human-Centered Design and service design principles across digital and non-digital touchpoints.

  • Contribute to Voice of the Customer (VoC) programs by analyzing feedback channels, comment streams, and behavioral data. Contribute to a research strategy and roadmap aligned with program and agency priorities.

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define CX success metrics and evaluate the impact of researchdriven recommendations on service quality and outcomes.

  • Support continuous improvement efforts by linking research insights to service performance and outcomes.

  • Thrive in a fast-paced contractor environment, adapting to evolving priorities and collaborating across multiple teams and disciplines.

Required Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of experience in UX/CX research, market research, human factors, behavioral science, or related disciplines.

  • Bachelor's degree

  • US Citizenship is required by the federal government for this position

  • Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance.

  • MUST RESIDE IN THE United States (U.S.) and the work MUST BE PERFORMED in the United States (U.S.), as this work is for a federal contract and laws do apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Figma for collaborating, workshopping, prototyping and wireframing

  • Qualtrics for survey deployment and analytics

  • Usertesting.com or similar platforms for usability testing or interviews

  • Microsoft Office for analysis, reporting, and cross-team collaboration

  • Familiarity with Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools for data visualization

  • Demonstrated expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, including advanced survey design and mixed-methods synthesis.

  • Proven experience conducting service design and customer experience research (e.g., journey mapping, VoC programs, painpoint identification).

  • Demonstrated experience working with federal agencies


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Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$119,323.00 - $202,850.00Nationwide Remote Office (US99)