Quantitative Researcher

Title: Quantitative ResearcherLocation: Onsite in Redmond, WA, or Burlingame, CADuration: 12 months + potential to extendCompensation: $50 - $70/hrWork Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.ABOUT THIS FEATURED OPPORTUNITYOur Audio team pioneers research and development at the intersection of sound, embedded systems, and human experience—enabling new ways for people to connect, communicate, and collaborate.As a UX Researcher, you'll be responsible for uncovering the user insights and feedback that guide our early research and advanced development toward experiences that are useful, usable, and desirable. You will contribute to an ambitious new project focused on AI wearables—advancing Superhuman Communication & Connection initiative. This role is ideal for UX researchers interested in speech communication, human-AI interaction, and real-world impact.By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to work on breakthrough technologies that redefine how people connect and communicate, collaborate with world-class researchers and engineers in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, and shape the future of AI wearables and superhuman audio experiences.THE OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU • Design & conduct research to guide the development of novel AI glasses user experiences, with a focus on speech communication and human-AI interaction, leveraging primarily quantitative UX research approaches and tools such as lab-based experimentation, statistical analysis, and surveys, supplemented by qualitative methods as needed• Evaluate and iterate on audio and communication features for AI wearables by understanding how users perceive, interact with, and benefit from device-based experiences• Translate the research insights into interpretable findings, measurable recommendations, and actionable insights for cross-functional partners and stakeholders• Work closely with partners and stakeholders to influence development and integration of future AI wearables experiences and solutions• Work closely with other UX researchers to help design research plans and specific studies• Independently complete research, including data collection, data analysis, reporting, collaborating with teams to act upon research results, and knowledge consolidation.KEY SUCCESS FACTORS• MA/MS in Cognitive Psychology, Linguistics, Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Speech and Hearing Sciences, Neuroscience, or a related UX field• 2+ years experience conducting applied research on consumer products with an emphasis on both lab-based and remote quantitative methods in industry• Proficiency in descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, surveys, and experimental design• Experience with qualitative research methods (e.g., interviews, diary studies)• 1+ years of working in cross-functional teamsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS• PhD in Cognitive Psychology, Linguistics, Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Speech and Hearing Sciences, Neuroscience, or a related UX field• Experience synthesizing qualitative insights to inform product direction• 2+ years of experience conducting attitudinal or behavioral research with wearable technology (AI glasses, headphones, smart watches, etc.)• Advanced proficiency in statistical analysis and data visualization (e.g., R, Python)• Strong oral and written communication skills with experience in tailoring messages to various stakeholdersTop 3 must-have HARD skills:Strong foundation in mixed-methods research (leaning quantitative), especially experimental design, inferential statistics.Proficiency in statistical programming and data visualization (R, Python)Prior experience conducting lab-based perceptual or behavioral studies in an speech communication or human-AI interaction field (e.g., linguistics, speech sciences, voice-based AI)Good to have skills:Experience working on speech communication in research or applied settingsEnough speech, AI and tech awareness/skills to not need hand holding in explaining our context (at least one of: prior experience in speech input for voice AI systems, speech production research, speech communication research)Prior experience in qualitative methods, including interviews, diary studies, and/or usability testsAbout INSPYR SolutionsTechnology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. 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