Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re looking to hire a Researcher V for a Global online marketplace platform, a dynamic, inclusive culture, championing innovation and global commerce while empowering individuals and creating unparalleled economic opportunities.    

You’ll join the [Department] team to to use insights for live platforms, guiding design and strategy, and collaborating with teams to improve user experiences and support growth. This is a 1-3 Months opportunity. The role is located in San Jose CA and is on-site . 

 Researcher V Responsibilities:  

• Drive development & timely delivery of research for key priorities on the roadmap  

• Help drive key features, products, or initiatives based on company priorities  

• Lead primary user research on improvements to make and define excellent customer experiences leveraging multiple methods such as usability studies, in-depth interviews, ethnography, surveys, diary studies, etc.  

• Foster strong relationships with Design, Product, and Business partners to deliver impact for the area through insights  

• Employ storytelling techniques and workshops to communicate research insights and recommendations, and help teams turn insights into action  

• Actively contribute to the always-growing UX Research practice. 

 

Researcher V Requirements:  

• Masters or PhD in Anthropology, Sociology, Cognitive or Experimental Psychology, Human Factors Engineering, a related field and 5-7+ years of experience in applied user experience research settings (8-10+ without advanced degree)  

• Experience successfully impacting design and product decisions to benefit the customers and the business  

• Deep understanding of UX Research discipline fundamentals and some advanced-level techniques; strong familiarity advocating for UX Research best practices  

• Expert use of UX Research tools  

• Practical experience in deploying qualitative and quantitative research methods throughout the product development lifecycle, from ideation to launch in a large scale environment across multiple teams 

Perks & Benefits:  

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 

• Life Insurance 

• 401k Program 

• Commuter Benefit 

• eLearning 

• Education Reimbursement 

• Ongoing Training & Development 

• *To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks. 

To learn more about this Researcher V opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf. 

 

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.