125 applicants

Company

IDG (International Data Group) · 2 days ago

UX Research Lead

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$185K/yr - $200K/yr

10+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Foster a collaborative and innovative culture within the team

Provide guidance and support to team members on research methodologies and best practices

Develop and execute a comprehensive UX research strategy aligned with product goals

Identify key research questions and methodologies to address specific product challenges

Prioritize research efforts based on business impact and user needs

Conduct a variety of user research methods, including:

User interviews

Usability testing

Surveys

A/B testing

Ethnographic research

Analyze and synthesize research findings to uncover actionable insights

Present research findings to cross-functional teams in a clear and compelling manner

Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure research insights are integrated into the product development process

Facilitate workshops and discussions to align teams on user needs and product goals

Advocate for user-centered design principles and ensure they are embedded in the organization's culture

Stay up-to-date with the latest UX research trends and methodologies

Experiment with new research techniques to gain deeper insights

Encourage a culture of innovation and continuous learning within the team

Qualification

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Required

Bachelor’s degree in human factors, computer science, or associated disciplines are desired. We will consider equivalent experience in a related field.

10+ years in user research, with 3+ years at a senior level

Proven track record in leading and mentoring research teams, strong understanding of various user research methodologies and tools, experience conducting qualitative and quantitative research, ability to lead and improve research practice across the organization

Familiarity with industry-standard UX research tools (e.g., Figma, Maze), experience with web, creating and testing information architectures and micro-copy, experience with wireframing and interactive prototyping tools

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, strong communication and presentation skills, ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, ability to advocate for complex technical research and findings

Experience embedding research in agile teams, ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, strong consultative skills, and ability to build consensus

Passion for user-centered design and a commitment to delivering exceptional user experiences

A portfolio showcasing successful UX research projects and insights is required