UX Researcher

Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative User Experience Researcher to join our team. As a key player in our design process, you will be responsible for gathering insights from users to inform the development of our products and services. Your research will be instrumental in shaping the user journey, improving the overall experience, and driving business growth. Responsibilities: - Conduct user research through interviews, surveys, and usability testing to identify pain points, needs, and trends - Analyze data and insights to inform the development of design concepts and wireframes - Collaborate with designers and developers to create user-centered designs that meet business objectives - Develop user personas, user journeys, and user flow diagrams to guide the design process - Utilize design thinking principles to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement - Create wireframes and prototypes using tools like Adobe Illustrator and HTML - Implement design patterns and best practices to ensure a consistent and intuitive user experience - Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate user experience research into the SDLC - Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and tools in user experience research and design - Communicate research findings and design recommendations to stakeholders and teams Experience: - Proven experience in user experience research and design - Strong understanding of design patterns and principles - Experience with design thinking and human-centered design - Familiarity with tools like Adobe Illustrator and HTML - Experience with wireframing and prototyping - Ability to analyze data and create actionable insights - Experience working in an agile environment and collaborating with cross-functional teams - Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field Skills: - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Excellent communication and collaboration skills - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines - Experience with design tools like Redux - Knowledge of information architecture and web design principles - Experience with design patterns and wireframing - Ability to think creatively and apply design thinking principles - Experience with user research methods and tools - Strong understanding of the SDLC and how to integrate user experience research into the process. Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: Up to $56.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Education: Bachelor's (Required) Experience: UX: 5 years (Required) creating a superior UX: 5 years (Required) improve UX: 5 years (Required) gathers user experience data: 5 years (Required) qualitative and quantitative research methods: 5 years (Required) usability studies: 5 years (Required) in-context interviews: 5 years (Required) ethnographic observation: 5 years (Required) implementing and creating research: 5 years (Required) data collection plans: 5 years (Required) user experience testing and acceptance: 5 years (Required) behavioral analysis and statistical concepts: 5 years (Required) Ability to Commute: Portland, OR (Required) Work Location: In person