Lead User Researcher - (Remote - US)

Jobgether; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in talent matching is seeking a Lead User Researcher to shape their user research function. This role involves leading research initiatives, establishing practices, and translating insights into product development, all while maintaining a human-centered approach. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in user research with strong qualitative and quantitative skills.

Benefits

Competitive pay including equity opportunities

100% medical and dental insurance premiums covered

15 vacation days and 16 paid holidays annually

Free membership to OneMedical

$1,000 annual stipend for education and training

$600 annual stipend for internet service

Up to $1,200 annual student loan repayment assistance

401(k) with employer matching

Free snacks, drinks, and weekly lunches

Fully remote work flexibility

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in user research.
• Strong expertise in qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Proven track record of impactful research initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead user research initiatives across multiple teams.
• Establish a comprehensive research practice.
• Translate research findings into actionable recommendations.

Skills

Qualitative research

Quantitative research

User feedback collection

Communication skills

Tools

UserInterviews.com

Maze.co

UserTesting.com

Lookback

Looker

Qualtrics

Job description

About Jobgether

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

One of our companies is currently looking for a Lead User Researcher in the United States.

As a Lead User Researcher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's user research function by leading and executing research initiatives across the entire organization. You will establish a comprehensive research practice, utilizing mixed-methods expertise to influence product development and improve business outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to build a systematic approach to understanding user needs at scale while helping the company maintain a human-centered approach as it grows.

Accountabilities:

• Own and lead user research initiatives across multiple teams, driving research projects that address key business challenges.
• Establish and manage a comprehensive research practice, including creating a central repository for all research findings.
• Develop processes for regular user feedback collection and ensure synthesis of insights across product, design, and development teams.
• Translate research findings into actionable recommendations that directly inform product roadmaps and decision-making.
• Lead mixed-methods research, using both qualitative and quantitative methodologies to evaluate user needs and validate product solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure research insights are incorporated into product development processes and that user-centric solutions are prioritized.

• 5+ years of experience in planning, conducting, and synthesizing user research, with a proven track record of driving impactful research initiatives.
• Strong expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Experience in scaling research practices within organizations, with a portfolio that showcases high-impact research influencing product direction.
• Proficiency in research tools such as UserInterviews.com, Maze.co, UserTesting.com, Lookback, Looker, and Qualtrics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings clearly to cross-functional stakeholders.
• Bonus: Experience working in early-stage startups, complex consumer businesses, two-sided marketplaces, or B2B products.

• Competitive pay, including equity opportunities.
• Medical and dental insurance with 100% of employee premiums covered.
• 15 vacation days and 16 paid holidays annually.
• Free membership to OneMedical for convenient healthcare access.
• $1,000 per year reimbursable stipend for education and training outside of work.
• $600 per year stipend for internet service.
• Up to $1,200 per year in student loan repayment assistance.
• 401(k) with employer matching and optional HSA.
• Free snacks, drinks, weekly lunches, and regular team events, including dinners and retreats.
• Fully remote work flexibility with occasional travel to LA for team retreats (company covered).
• A collaborative and fun work environment with smart and thoughtful colleagues.

Jobgether hiring process disclaimer:

This job is posted on behalf of one of our partner companies. If you choose to apply, your application will go through our AI-powered 3-step screening process, where we automatically select the 5 best candidates.

Our AI thoroughly analyzes every line of your CV and LinkedIn profile to assess your fit for the role, evaluating each experience in detail. When needed, our team may also conduct a manual review to ensure only the most relevant candidates are considered.

Our process is fair, unbiased, and based solely on qualifications and relevance to the job. Only the best-matching candidates will be selected for the next round.

• If you are among the top 5 candidates, you will be notified within 7 days
• If you do not receive feedback after 7 days, it means you were not selected. However, if you wish, we may consider your profile for other similar opportunities that better match your experience.

Thank you for your interest!

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