User Experience Research Specialist
META, Raleigh, NC, United States
Summary:
We invite you to join our vibrant UX Research team focused on enhancing user experiences across our platform. As a User Experience Research Specialist, your role will be crucial in understanding the unique needs and behaviors of customers engaging with our tools. Your insights will directly shape the design and development of products that impact millions globally. We employ a mix of qualitative and quantitative research methods, including surveys, focus groups, usability tests, and in-depth interviews. We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives, seeking candidates who are not just skilled communicators, but also genuinely curious about the intersection of technology and society.
Responsibilities:
Work closely with product and business teams to pinpoint vital research topics.
Act as a thought leader, advocating for user needs throughout the entire product development cycle.
Design and implement thorough primary research studies utilizing various qualitative methodologies.
Conduct studies to analyze both user behaviors and attitudes toward our products.
Effectively prioritize and manage research initiatives in dynamic environments, ensuring alignment of insights with stakeholder objectives.
Communicate research findings clearly, providing actionable recommendations presented in engaging formats.
Collaborate across departments such as design, product management, content strategy, engineering, and marketing.
Generate insights that inspire product ideation and assess design effectiveness.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree with 2+ years of experience; or a PhD with relevant experience.
Demonstrated experience with In-Depth Interviews, Focus Groups, Concept Testing, and Usability Testing.
Hands-on experience in conducting primary research with a strong interest in user experience.
Adept at transforming research findings into strategic narratives that guide product decisions.
Preferred Qualifications: Background in the advertising industry or digital marketing product development.
Educational credentials in fields tied to human behavior, such as Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Sociology, Communication, Information Science, Media Studies, Computer Science, or Economics.
Public Compensation: $141,000/year to $192,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits Industry: Internet Equal Opportunity: Meta is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or other legally protected characteristics. Meta is also committed to reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you require assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please reach out to the designated email provided in our job postings.
Act as a thought leader, advocating for user needs throughout the entire product development cycle.
Design and implement thorough primary research studies utilizing various qualitative methodologies.
Conduct studies to analyze both user behaviors and attitudes toward our products.
Effectively prioritize and manage research initiatives in dynamic environments, ensuring alignment of insights with stakeholder objectives.
Communicate research findings clearly, providing actionable recommendations presented in engaging formats.
Collaborate across departments such as design, product management, content strategy, engineering, and marketing.
Generate insights that inspire product ideation and assess design effectiveness.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree with 2+ years of experience; or a PhD with relevant experience.
Demonstrated experience with In-Depth Interviews, Focus Groups, Concept Testing, and Usability Testing.
Hands-on experience in conducting primary research with a strong interest in user experience.
Adept at transforming research findings into strategic narratives that guide product decisions.
Preferred Qualifications: Background in the advertising industry or digital marketing product development.
Educational credentials in fields tied to human behavior, such as Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Sociology, Communication, Information Science, Media Studies, Computer Science, or Economics.
Public Compensation: $141,000/year to $192,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits Industry: Internet Equal Opportunity: Meta is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or other legally protected characteristics. Meta is also committed to reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you require assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please reach out to the designated email provided in our job postings.