Linda Werner & Associates is hiring UX Researcher

Summary:

Seeking a highly skilled mixed-methods UX researcher with over 4 years of experience in the hardware industry. Adept at conducting research with hardware prototypes, solving complex technical challenges, and collaborating effectively with stakeholders. Brings expertise in designing and executing end-to-end interviews, usability, and experimental research with hardware prototypes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with researchers, designers, product managers, and engineers to identify, define, and deliver impactful products.
• Develop and execute comprehensive research roadmaps independently and in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Lead diverse research studies across all phases of the product development cycle.
• Contribute to product strategy, execution, and go-to-market planning.
• Manage research vendors to enhance the capabilities and output of the research team.

Skills:

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and manage time efficiently.
• Experience leveraging data and quantitative insights to define and support research hypotheses.
• Expertise in storytelling to engage diverse audiences and gain traction for ideas.
• Solid decision-making skills to balance competing demands in dynamic environments.
• Strong mentoring abilities to provide guidance and constructive performance feedback.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a human behavior-related field such as human-computer interaction, psychology, sociology, communication, information science, media studies, computer science, or economics.
• 4+ years of experience designing and conducting comprehensive research studies, including interviews, usability testing, and experimental research with hardware prototypes.

 

Location: Seattle, WA (Onsite, Hybrid)

Role type: Contract 8 Month Position

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you or will you in the future require any sponsorship to work in the US?

Language:

• English  (Required)