UX Research Associate
Mountain View, CA 
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Job Description
Our client, the world's leading search engine and technology company, is seeking a UX Research Associate. This is a 6 month + contract remote position located in Mountain View, CA.

Summary:
  • The team works on innovative new tech with the aim of making communication feel present, immersive, and real, no matter where in the world you are.
  • Several of our recent initiatives are pilot projects that are being used at scale for the first time.
  • As UX Research Associate, you'll support the evaluation of these initiatives by collecting and analyzing user feedback and survey data.
  • We're passionately interested in our users and strive to learn everything we can about their goals and needs, attitudes, and emotions to help define the products and experiences we create.
Responsibilities:
  • The UX Research Associate will conduct mixed-methods research using quantitative and qualitative methodologies (e.g., surveys, interviews, usability testing), analyze data, and report findings to cross-functional stakeholders across our wider team.
  • Manage survey fielding, analyze survey data, report findings.
  • Plan and design UXR studies.
  • Conduct mixed-methods UXR studies (e.g., usability testing, interviews), analyze data, and report findings.
Requirements:
  • M.A/M.S or Ph.D. (completed) in Psychology, Sociology, Human Factors, HCI/Computer Science, or other related fields or equivalent practical experience.
  • 1-3 years of work experience or relevant graduate-school research experience.
  • Experience with Qualtrics or other survey fielding tools.
  • Experience with SPSS, R, or other data cleaning & analysis tools.
  • Basic familiarity with each of the following methods, and in-depth expertise in one or more of the following:
  • Usability studies
  • Concept tests
  • Competitive benchmarks
  • Diary studies
  • User interviews
  • Field research
  • Behavioral science experiments
  • Surveys
  • Detail-oriented and ability to work independently on a variety of tasks.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Can prioritize time between multiple projects and be flexible by adapting to changing schedules and different projects.
  • Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.
Desired:
  • Ph.D. (completed) in Human Factors, Social Sciences, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Computer Science, Product Design, or another field.
  • Strong knowledge of experimental design and statistical analysis.
  • Technical aptitude, familiarity with basic graphics and video editing tools.
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:

  • Access 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.
  • Access 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.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Temporary, Full Time
Required Education
Doctorate
Required Experience
1 to 3 years
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