UX Researcher

ResMed; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A health technology company is seeking a UX Researcher to join their Consumer digital team in Halifax. You will collaborate with designers and product managers to create user-centered digital experiences, driving continuous improvement through user insights. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of UX research experience and a strong understanding of qualitative and quantitative methods. This role is pivotal in ensuring that products meet user needs effectively, contributing to a culture of excellence and innovation.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of UX research experience, ideally in health tech or regulated industries.
• Comfortable conducting research in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Portfolio showcasing past research work and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Develop research plans with clear objectives and participant screeners.
• Provide research findings to support decisions within product and design teams.
• Stay current on industry trends and best practices in UX research.

Skills

Empathy

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Technical Proficiency

Creativity

Education

Degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Anthropology, or related field

Tools

UserZoom

UserTesting

Qualtrics

Confluence

Miro

Job description

As a UX Researcher on the Consumer digital team, you will work closely with designers, product managers and other stakeholders to create and refine digital experiences that improve the lives of our users. Using mixed-methods research, you’ll support teams by bringing clarity to ambiguity with user insights throughout the product development process, from early-stage discovery to launch and evaluation. The role is essential in delivering seamless and intuitive user experiences that are grounded in user needs

What the role entails

Product Team Influence

• • Develop research plans with clear objectives, participant screeners, moderator guides, recruiting strategies, and timelines

  • Share research findings with product, design, and executive teams in ways that support decisions

  • Provide regular project updates, including status, blockers, and open questions

  • Recommend appropriate research methods and tools based on stakeholder goals

  • Work with Product Managers to forecast and prioritize research needs

Organizational Influence

• • Join cross-functional initiatives, representing the user voice and helping to drive continuous improvement

  • Build user empathy across the organization through readouts and direct feedback

UXR Influence

• • Stay current on industry trends and best practices in UX research

What you bring to the role

Empathy and User Advocacy
You center users in your work. You understand their experiences, emotions, and motivations, and you make sure others understand them too. You use interviews, surveys, and usability tests to uncover what matters most.

Analytical Thinking

· You are confident in both qualitative and quantitative methods and know when to use each. You turn findings into clear, actionable insights that guide decisions.

Communication and Collaboration

· You present insights in a clear and engaging way. You work closely with cross-functional teams to make sure research findings lead to meaningful improvements.

Technical Proficiency

· You know how to select and use research tools to manage studies, analyze data, and communicate results. You apply these tools effectively in your day-to-day work.

Creativity

· You try new approaches when needed and adapt your communication for different audiences. You help your team explore fresh ways to apply research in their work.

Basic Qualifications

• • 3-5 years of UX research experience, ideally in health tech or regulated industries

  • Comfortable conducting research in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment

  • Portfolio that shows past research work and deliverables

  • Experience with tools such as UserZoom, UserTesting, Qualtrics, Confluence, and Miro

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

  • Degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Anthropology, or a related field

  • Willingness and ability to travel within the US and internationally

Preferred Qualifications

• • Experience working in healthcare or medical devices

Joining us is more than saying “yes” to making the world a healthier place. It’s discovering a career that’s challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now! We commit to respond to every applicant.