User Experience Researcher

Dexian; Canada; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced UX Researchers for a high-impact project. This role offers the opportunity to contribute strategically to research that informs real-world decisions. Candidates will have the chance to work in a fully remote environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate research findings into actionable insights. With a focus on both qualitative and quantitative methods, this position is ideal for those who thrive in dynamic settings and are passionate about making a difference through research. If you hold a PhD in a relevant field and have a track record of impactful research, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods research.
• Strong communication skills for presenting findings and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead end-to-end research studies, both generative and evaluative.
• Translate findings into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.

Skills

Qualitative Research

Quantitative Research

Statistical Modeling

Survey Design

Communication Skills

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

This range is provided by Dexian. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$30.00/hr - CA$45.00/hr

Remote | Full-time Contract role (40hr/ week | PhD Required)

Hey Research Community,

Looking for experienced UX Researchers for a high-impact project for our direct clients.

If you're someone who cares deeply about how research informs real-world decisions—and you're ready to contribute at a strategic level—this could be for you.

Open Roles:

• Qualitative Researcher – Skilled in interviews, ethnography, usability studies, diary studies, etc. You’re someone who can listen deeply and uncover insights that matter.
• Quantitative Researcher – Fluent in survey design, experimental design, statistical modeling, segmentation. You know your way around data and how to communicate what it means.
• Mixed Methods Researcher – Equally at ease with a spreadsheet or a discussion guide. You can integrate multiple sources of insight into a single, powerful story.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and lead end-to-end research studies (generative + evaluative)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, PM, data science, engineering)
• Translate findings into actionable insights and strategic recommendations
• Present research to stakeholders with clarity, confidence, and nuance
• Adapt methods as needed—this is not one-size-fits-all work

Requirements:

• Deep expertise in either qual, quant, or both (depending on the role you're applying for)
• PhD in a relevant field (e.g., social sciences, HCI, behavioral science, data science, etc.)
• Demonstrated impact through research—whether that’s in tech, academia, consulting, or elsewhere
• Strong communication skills—both in how you present findings and how you collaborate with others
• Experience working in fast-paced, collaborative environments is a plus

Logistics:

• Projected Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Temp to perm (6 months temp, with possible extension)
• Hours: 40 hour per week
• Onsite/offsite: 100% Remote
• Pay Rate: CAD30- CAD45/hourly DOE

Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants.

Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Research, Science, and Art/Creative
• Industries: Design Services, Technology, Information and Media, and Research Services