UX Research Associate - Genesis10 : Job Details

Our client, the world's leading search engine and technology company, is seeking a UX Research Associate. This is an 8 month + contract hybrid remote position located in New York, NY. This position requires 3 days in the office. Summary:

• Conduct research for the Search Apps team to improve the experience for users on Android devices, with a focus on search entry points.

Responsibilities:

• Independently design, conduct and complete a mix of strategic and tactical end-to-end research studies that are integrated into an overarching project or program.
• This will include method selection, development of study protocol, data collection, and analysis of user behavior / perspectives via qualitative and quantitative methods, as well as creating / communicating research findings, insights, and recommendations to groups of cross-functional stakeholders.
• Work with designers, product managers, engineers and research managers to prioritize research opportunities in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment, and balance / manage / execute prioritized work, making progress independently to achieve well-defined research objectives.

Top 3 Daily Responsibilities:

• Meet with cross-functional stakeholders (designers, product managers, engineers) and research partners to learn about project goals, identify and articulate research questions, and share any progress on research.
• Design and conduct studies to answer research questions.
• nalyze research data and create / communicate research findings.

Requirements:

• BA/BS Degree in Anthropology, Human Factors, Psychology, HCI/Computer Science or other related fields or equivalent practical experience.
• UX Research methods: Excellent working knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methods and the principles of experiment design.
• Strong understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of different research methods, including when and how to apply them during each product phase.
• Hands-on experience with semi-structured or in-depth interviews, concept/design feedback studies, usability studies/click tests/tree tests/card sorts, large scale surveys.
• UX Research Expertise: At least 3-4 years of practical UX research experience.
• Knowledge of the full research lifecycle from planning to execution, to communicating insights, to impacting product and business direction or strategy.
• Experience operating independently to lead all aspects of the research process, from planning to execution to communication of the results.
• Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

Non-Essential Skills/Qualifications:

• focus on planning and conducting research that prioritizes ethics from a user's perspective.
• Knowledge of human capabilities, including principles of human cognition and information processing, emotion and sentiment, decision-making and behavior, and how these translate into use, user, and usage fundamentals, usability principles and design best practices.
• Knowledge of how people use and interact with technology to influence the design, evaluation, and iterative improvement of interactive hardware and software systems.
• Knowledge of the overall process for developing products.
• This includes knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of engineering and other functions, major phases, checkpoints, and deliverables.
• bility to influence and inspire an audience by crafting stories using data that elicit user or stakeholder empathy or create buy-in.
• bility to effectively communicate and illustrate research insights and recommendations by constructing narratives based on appropriately represented data.

Pay rate range: $56.56 - $66.22 hourly. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply! Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

• ccess to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
• The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
• ccess to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
• Behavioral Health Platform
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF)
• Remote opportunities available

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.