UX Researcher
NBCUniversal · New York, NY · 3 days ago
HybridOTHRFull-time
Responsibilities
- Conducting, analyzing, and synthesizing research on multiple aspects of consumer product and device experiences
- Working with Designers, Product Managers, Data Analysts, and other UX Researchers to define and research questions and identify opportunities for insights in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Socializing research findings effectively, translating insights into actionable recommendations
- Leveraging innovative research methodologies and AI-enabled tools to streamline efficient and repeatable workflows
- Championing a consumer-centric mindset throughout the organization
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience conducting UX research including experience executing product research projects from study design through fielding, synthesis, and reporting
- Skilled at employing a number of qualitative and quantitative research methods — including surveys, moderated and unmoderated usability studies, in-depth interviews, diary studies, card sort exercises, etc.
- Understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of different research methods, including when and how to apply them during the product development lifecycle
- Familiarity with statistics and experience using survey tools like Qualtrics
- Demonstrated success using data and insights to influence product decisions and impact product direction
- Ability to connect insights and themes across research projects
- Balance of effort across multiple projects simultaneously
- Clear written and verbal communication, strong data storytelling and presentation skills
- Experience partnering closely with designers, product managers, and data analysts
Desirable Characteristics
- A genuine passion for entertainment and media, and a deep curiosity about culture and trends as they relate to products and user experiences
- Demonstrated experience: Designing and executing quantitative research across a variety of analytical approaches
- Researching streaming products, sports experiences, and/or mobile games
- Managing projects and working in a large, matrixed organization
- Basic understanding of behavioral user analytics and how to incorporate behavioral analytics into UX research efforts