Akraya
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Primary Skills: Usability Studies (Expert), Qualitative Analysis (Advanced), Participatory Design (Proficient), Stakeholder Communication (Advanced), Report Creation (Proficient)
Contract Type: W2/C2C
Duration: 6+ Months (High possibility of extension)
Location:
Pay Range: $55 - $60 Per Hour on W2
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Job Summary
We are seeking a highly dedicated UX Research Specialist to join our team, focusing on improving accessibility through comprehensive research methodologies. The ideal candidate will aid in designing, conducting, and presenting findings from various research studies including usability tests and heuristic evaluations, to enhance product design and functionality. Collaborating closely with UX Managers, Designers, and Engineers, the role requires a proactive approach to planning studies, managing logistics, and leveraging insights to inform design decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and coordinate user research activities, including logistics like scheduling and setting up labs. Moderate, observe, and administer study sessions and interviews efficiently. Capture and analyze qualitative data to derive actionable insights. Effectively communicate research findings to the team and stakeholders. Support in creating comprehensive reports, including graphs, highlight reels, and presentations.
Must-Have Skills:
Strong foundation in user research methods. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to changing schedules.
Industry Experience:
Background in HCI, Psychology, Anthropology, Information Sciences, or related fields is essential. Experience or a keen interest in accessibility and inclusion within the tech or product design domain.
ABOUT AKRAYA
Akraya is an award-winning IT staffing firm consistently recognized for our commitment to
excellence and a thriving work environment .
Most recently, we were recognized Inc's Best Workplaces 2024 and Silicon Valley's Best Places to Work by the San Francisco Business Journal (2024) and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (2023 & 2022)!
Industry Leaders in IT Staffing
As staffing solutions providers for Fortune 100 companies, Akraya's industry recognitions solidify our leadership position in the IT staffing space.
We don't just connect you with great jobs, we connect you with a workplace that inspires!
Join Akraya Today!
Let us lead you to your dream career and experience the Akraya difference. Browse our open positions and join our team!
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Contract Type: W2/C2C
Duration: 6+ Months (High possibility of extension)
Location:
Pay Range: $55 - $60 Per Hour on W2
#LP
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly dedicated UX Research Specialist to join our team, focusing on improving accessibility through comprehensive research methodologies. The ideal candidate will aid in designing, conducting, and presenting findings from various research studies including usability tests and heuristic evaluations, to enhance product design and functionality. Collaborating closely with UX Managers, Designers, and Engineers, the role requires a proactive approach to planning studies, managing logistics, and leveraging insights to inform design decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and coordinate user research activities, including logistics like scheduling and setting up labs. Moderate, observe, and administer study sessions and interviews efficiently. Capture and analyze qualitative data to derive actionable insights. Effectively communicate research findings to the team and stakeholders. Support in creating comprehensive reports, including graphs, highlight reels, and presentations.
Must-Have Skills:
Strong foundation in user research methods. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to changing schedules.
Industry Experience:
Background in HCI, Psychology, Anthropology, Information Sciences, or related fields is essential. Experience or a keen interest in accessibility and inclusion within the tech or product design domain.
ABOUT AKRAYA
Akraya is an award-winning IT staffing firm consistently recognized for our commitment to
excellence and a thriving work environment .
Most recently, we were recognized Inc's Best Workplaces 2024 and Silicon Valley's Best Places to Work by the San Francisco Business Journal (2024) and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (2023 & 2022)!
Industry Leaders in IT Staffing
As staffing solutions providers for Fortune 100 companies, Akraya's industry recognitions solidify our leadership position in the IT staffing space.
We don't just connect you with great jobs, we connect you with a workplace that inspires!
Join Akraya Today!
Let us lead you to your dream career and experience the Akraya difference. Browse our open positions and join our team!
Seniority level
Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
Information Technology Industries
Staffing and Recruiting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Akraya, Inc. by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for User Experience Researcher roles.
United States $138,000.00-$192,000.00 1 week ago United States $138,000.00-$192,000.00 3 weeks ago Mixed-Methods User Experience (UX) Researcher (Remote)
San Francisco Bay Area $50.00-$58.00 3 weeks ago California, United States $85,000.00-$140,000.00 2 weeks ago California, United States $99,000.00-$182,700.00 5 hours ago San Francisco, CA $99,000.00-$182,700.00 5 hours ago California, United States $121,800.00-$223,000.00 2 weeks ago Technical Project Manager, UX Research Ops
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