Senior UX Researcher - Product Insights

About the Role

A leading global technology company is seeking a Senior UX Researcher for a temporary assignment supporting product teams focused on consumer growth. This researcher will independently plan, execute, and deliver high‑impact user research that informs product strategy, experience design, and decision‑making.

This is a project‑based role requiring strong methodological expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional partners while maintaining professional independence.

Key Responsibilities

Research Planning & Execution
• Lead end‑to‑end qualitative and quantitative research, including interviews, surveys, diary studies, and usability testing.
• Develop research plans, screeners, discussion guides, and study materials aligned to project goals.
• Select appropriate methodologies based on research questions, constraints, and timelines.

Analysis & Insight Development
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative data to identify patterns, themes, and actionable insights.
• Synthesize findings into clear, compelling narratives that influence product direction.
• Deliver insights through reports, readouts, and concise stakeholder‑facing presentations.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration
• Partner closely with Product, Design, Data Science, and other stakeholders to ensure research is understood and applied.
• Participate in ongoing collaboration with the broader research team and cross‑functional partners.
• Own and drive research projects independently, managing timelines and expectations.

AI‑Enabled Research Workflows
• Use AI‑assisted tools responsibly to support research tasks such as transcription, summarization, and thematic analysis.
• Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and methodological rigor when using AI tools.
• Contribute to organizational goals around AI fluency and efficiency.

Project Management
• Manage multiple research projects simultaneously.
• Provide regular status updates and ensure timely delivery of research outputs.
• Maintain high standards of quality, independence, and professional judgment.

Minimum Qualifications
• 7+ years of experience conducting user research in industry, agency, or consulting environments.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and execute end‑to‑end research using a broad range of methods.
• Strong analytical, synthesis, and storytelling skills.
• Experience translating research findings into actionable product recommendations.
• Fluency with AI‑assisted research tools (e.g., for synthesis, summarization, or analysis).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams in fast‑paced environments.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience supporting consumer‑facing digital products.
• Familiarity with AI tools such as Claude, Gemini, or agent‑based workflows.
• Experience working with international or distributed teams.
• Comfort working with growth‑focused product metrics and funnels.
• Ability to quickly ramp up on new domains and technical concepts.

Team & Work Environment

This role supports a consumer growth research team within a large product organization. The researcher will collaborate closely with other researchers and cross‑functional partners, owning their own projects and contributing to continuous research activity across the team.

What Makes This Role Interesting
• Opportunity to work on high‑impact research for a widely used consumer application.
• Continuous collaboration with cross‑functional partners and exposure to growth‑focused product strategy.
• Ability to drive independent research projects with meaningful influence on product direction.
• Experience working in an AI‑forward research environment.

Location: Remote (must be located in the United States)

Role type: Contract 8.2 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)