UX Researcher (Contract) — Drive Insights & Impact

Akkodis; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking a User Experience Researcher on a contract basis in Dearborn, MI. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of UX research experience and a Bachelor's degree. You will coordinate research activities, manage multiple tasks, and document workflows.

Responsibilities include qualitative and quantitative methods, desk research, surveys, data analysis, and synthesis. Proficiency with tools like Dovetail, Figma, Excel, APIs, and AI integrations is a plus; rate ranges $52–$55/hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; a background in UX, IT, Data Science, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong UX skills with 2–5 years of experience in UX research and research execution.
• Preferred experience in user research, qualitative research methods, and quantitative testing.
• Familiarity with AI integration methods, including APIs and MCPs, along with research tools and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• We’re looking for an execution-focused research partner to coordinate research activities, manage multiple tasks, and ensure reliable follow-through.
• The ideal candidate has strong organizational, communication, and qualitative research skills, with familiarity in desk research, surveys, data analysis, and evidence synthesis.
• They should be technically curious and comfortable exploring tools such as Dovetail, Figma, Excel, AI integrations, APIs, and MCPs, while documenting workflows and improving processes.
• Success means keeping workstreams moving, communicating progress and blockers proactively, organizing reusable insights, and continuously developing research and technical skills.

Skills

UX research

Qualitative methods

Survey design

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Dovetail

Figma

Excel

APIs

AI integrations

MCPs

Job description

Akkodis is seeking a User Experience Researcher on a contract basis in Dearborn, MI. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of UX research experience and a Bachelor's degree. You will coordinate research activities, manage multiple tasks, and document workflows.

Responsibilities include qualitative and quantitative methods, desk research, surveys, data analysis, and synthesis. Proficiency with tools like Dovetail, Figma, Excel, APIs, and AI integrations is a plus; rate ranges $52–$55/hour.