JO Details
Job Title : UI / UX Researcher
Location- Grand Rapids, MI
Submittal Requirements
3-5 Must Haves (need to be highlighted in sizzle & present on resume)
- 3-5 years of UX Research experience
- Strong experience with wireframes is required
- Must provide a link to their online portfolio
- Proven experience with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript with proficiency in Sketch, Photoshop, Illustrator or other visual design and wire-framing tools
Job Description
Job Summary :
We are looking for an experienced UX Researcher to foster data-driven decision making throughout the product lifecycle. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex problems, collaborating cross-functionally, and bringing a voice to the users.
Requirements :
Plan and execute qualitative and quantitative user research using an array of research techniquesAnalyze user's behavioral and attitudinal data to uncover customer pain points and unmet needsAbility to conduct a range of research methods including user interviews, usability testing, surveys, ethnographic studies, contextual inquiry, and concept testingSynthesize and present research findings in contextLeverage human centered design principles to develop journey maps, user personas, and jobs to be doneWork closely with Product, Design, and Development teams to regularly integrate user feedback into the product design and development processAbility to accurately scope research initiatives by collaborating with stakeholdersLeverage existing data and ability to tie insights to analyticsWork in a SAFE Agile environment, coordinating projects by sprintsAbility to work effectively both individually and as part of cross-functional teamsEffectively manage vendor partner relationships ensuring that output meets internal expectationsSkills & Qualifications
3+ years of experience with UX ResearchBachelors or advanced degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, Cognitive Psychology, Computer Science, Visual Design, or similar fieldSolid understanding of wireframes, storyboards, user flows, process flows and site mapsExperience with unmoderated testing and prototyping toolsSolid grasp on Human Centered DesignExpert written and verbal communication skills and attention to detailPortfolio demonstrating your expertise and ability to articulate your processPositive attitude, collaborative spirit and openness to giving and receiving feedbackExperience
Proven experience with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript with proficiency in Sketch, Photoshop, Illustrator or other visual design and wire-framing toolsMinimum 3-5 years of experience in UX ResearchEducation : Bachelors