UX Researcher

ManpowerGroup; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a UX Researcher in Seattle, WA, on a 12-24 month contract, with remote work and occasional onsite requirements. The role supports a gaming team, focusing on user research to inform product decisions and strategy.

You will conduct studies using qualitative and quantitative methods, recruit participants, moderate interviews, and translate findings into actionable insights shared through reports and presentations.

Qualifications

• 5 years of UX Research experience in-house or consultancy.
• Advanced degree in HCI, Human Factors, Psychology, or related field preferred.
• Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative methods across the product life cycle.
• Strong collaboration skills and stakeholder relationship building.
• Excellent communication; ability to distill complex ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Scope study objectives and methods aligned with product team needs using qualitative and quantitative approaches.
• Collaborate with researchers and cross-functional teams to integrate research into development.
• Own end-to-end research activities: setup, recruitment, logistics, and interview moderation.
• Translate findings into actionable insights for product strategy.
• Communicate results to diverse audiences through reports and presentations.

Skills

UX Research

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Qualitative & quantitative methods

Education

Advanced degree in HCI/related field

Job description

Our client, a leading player in the tech industry, is seeking a UX Researcher to join their team. As a UX Researcher, you will be part of a dynamic research team supporting a gaming team. The ideal candidate will have strong collaboration skills, excellent communication abilities, and a knack for problem-solving which will align successfully in the organization.

UX Researcher

Seattle, WA (Remote, with occasional onsite requirements)

12-24 month contract

Pay Range: $50-$55/hour

What's the Job?

• Scope study objectives, research questions, and methods aligned with product team needs leveraging both qualitative and quantitative methods (e.g., surveys, interviews, usability testing).
• Collaborate closely with other researchers and cross-functional teams, including design, engineering, and product management, to integrate user research into the product development process.
• Own end-to-end research activities including managing study setup, participant recruitment, schedule logistics, and interview moderation (mix of in-person and remote per study needs).
• Translate research findings into actionable insights that can influence product and strategy.
• Communicate research results to diverse audiences through written reports and oral presentations.

What's Needed?

• 5 years of UX Research experience, either in-house with Fortune 500 companies and/or in a consultancy.
• Prefer advanced degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Psychology, or a related field.
• Proficiency in a range of both qualitative and quantitative research methods, with a strong understanding of when and how to apply different methods during the product development cycle.
• Strong collaboration skills, with a proven ability to work well in a team and build relationships with stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distill complex ideas into clear, concise concepts.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work on innovative projects in the gaming space.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Engagement with a diverse team of professionals.
• Chance to influence product development through user-centered research.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.