About the Role
A leading technology organization is seeking an experienced UX Researcher to support Growth product teams in developing user‑centered solutions that drive adoption and engagement. This contract role offers the opportunity to work closely with cross‑functional partners—including product managers, designers, and engineers—to shape product direction through rigorous qualitative research and actionable insights. The position is fully remote and open to candidates based in the United States.
Responsibilities
• Design and execute qualitative research studies that inform product strategy and decision‑making.
• Partner with product managers, designers, and engineers to identify research needs, define priorities, and scope studies.
• Analyze and synthesize research findings into clear, actionable recommendations that influence product direction.
• Present insights to stakeholders in a concise, compelling, and impactful manner.
• Maintain research documentation in alignment with established UXR reporting standards.
• Ensure all research activities comply with data protection and privacy requirements.
• Stay current with UX research best practices, emerging methodologies, and industry trends.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Human‑Computer Interaction, Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience conducting user research within a technology‑driven environment.
• Proficiency with qualitative research methods, including in‑depth interviews, usability testing, concept evaluations, and focus groups.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex findings into clear insights.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
Top Required Skills
• End‑to‑End UX Research Expertise: At least 4+ years designing and executing custom primary research for consumer products or digital experiences, including usability testing, concept evaluation, and in‑depth interviewing.
• Behavioral & Attitudinal Insight Generation: Ability to design studies that uncover both what users do and why they do it.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Experience partnering effectively with product, design, engineering, and marketing teams.
Preferred Skills
• Strong project management capabilities and comfort managing multiple concurrent research initiatives.
• Experience documenting research according to standardized UXR frameworks.
• Familiarity with data protection standards and compliance requirements.
• Ability to stay current with UX research trends and emerging methodologies.
• Experience working in fast‑paced, iterative product environments.
About the Work
This role supports Growth product teams focused on identifying user needs, informing product decisions, and ensuring solutions are grounded in real user insights. Researchers in this role have the opportunity to directly influence product direction, collaborate with high‑performing cross‑functional partners, and contribute to initiatives that reach large and diverse user populations.
What This Role Offers
• Impact: Direct influence on product decisions and user experience across high‑visibility initiatives.
• Flexibility: Fully remote contract role with autonomy in managing research work.
• Collaboration: Work alongside talented product, design, and engineering teams.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities to deepen research expertise in a fast‑moving, technology‑driven environment.
Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.
Location: Remote (PST strongly preferred)
Role type: Contract - 9 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)
Remote
About the Company:
Linda Werner & Associates
