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UX Researcher Job Description

We have crafted a series of job description examples for a variety of digital roles.

Very often, in-house recruiters and HR departments ask us to help them write their job descriptions, and since this aspect of our recruitment service is very useful to them, we’ve realised that this could be useful to others too, so we have provided a list of job descriptions here.

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Example of UX Researcher Job Description

INTRODUCTION: 

  • Company overview: Founding vision, current state of affairs, size, relevant stats. 
  • Role mission: Goals, team, and resources to make it happen. 

Responsibilities:

  • Plan and conduct user research studies, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing.
  • Analyze and interpret user data to generate actionable insights.
  • Collaborate with designers, product managers, and developers to integrate research findings into the design process.
  • Create research plans, methodologies, and timelines.
  • Develop user personas, journey maps, and other documentation to communicate research findings.
  •  Present research findings and recommendations to stakeholders and senior management.
  •  Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in UX research.
  • Ensure research activities align with project goals and business objectives.
  •  Advocate for user-centered design principles within the organization.
  •  Conduct competitive analysis and benchmarking to inform product strategy.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

  •  Strong proficiency in user research methodologies (e.g., interviews, surveys, usability testing).
  •  Experience with qualitative and quantitative research techniques.
  •  Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
  •  Proficiency in research tools and software (e.g., UserTesting, Qualtrics, SPSS).
  •  Ability to synthesize complex data into clear and actionable insights.
  •  Strong communication and presentation skills.
  •  Experience creating user personas, journey maps, and other documentation.
  •  Knowledge of UX design principles and best practices.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Up-to-date with industry trends and emerging research techniques.
  • Experience in conducting competitive analysis and benchmarking.

Nice to Have:

  •  Experience with advanced analytics and data visualization tools.
  •  Background in cognitive psychology or human factors.
  •  Familiarity with accessibility standards and inclusive design practices.
  •  Multilingual skills for conducting global user research.
  •  Experience with remote user research methods.
  •  Knowledge of statistical analysis and software.
  •  Certification in UX research or related fields.
  •  Track record of published research or speaking at industry events.
  •  Experience in a specific industry, such as healthcare, finance, or e-commerce.
  •  Understanding of agile and lean methodologies.

BENEFITS: 

  • Salary 
  • Working arrangement: (Hybrid, Remote, Office) 
  • Perks 

CTA (CALL TO ACTION) 

We are accepting applications until the end of *MONTH*. We’ll be delighted to meet you for a first interview with *NAME*, our hiring manager. 


If you are looking for roles that are more web specific, you can check the UX Designer Job Description.

If you would like to check 2024 salaries for UX Designers or Graphic Designers, check our UX/UI Design salaries. Or you can download our acclaimed Prosperity Digital Salary Survey to be on top of current salaries for the digital sector.

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