DiverseLynx is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, application, IT infrastructure and Recruitment services provider headquartered in NJ

Role: User Researcher

Contract: (11 Months + high possibility of extension)

Newark, NJ, 07102 

Rate: $60

(Remarks: We need someone who has at least 2+ years experience with UX and Visual design.)

Requirements:

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in mobile as well as device-specific user research.

Experience in UX and Visual design.

Masters or PhD degree in Cognitive or Experimental Psychology, Human Computer Interaction, Computer Science, Anthropology or related field.

Key Responsibilities

Distill research questions into well thought-out research plans and aligning them with product roadmap.

Identify best research methods based on research goals, timeline and resourcing.

Develop and implement user-centered research throughout the design and development cycle using a variety of methodologies including: usability task scenario studies, contextual inquiry, diary studies, task analysis, heuristic evaluation, benchmarking/competitive analysis, surveys, card sorting technique, 1 click testing, persona/profile creation and other appropriate qualitative and quantitative research techniques.

Define, track and report key user experience metrics.

Perform quick but thorough data analysis in order to create actionable findings.

Deliver high quality user research solutions in an environment with frequently shifting priorities and new market opportunities.

Be a strong and vocal user advocate.

Skills/Experience Requirements

Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal and analytical skills; the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and persuasively across different audiences and varying levels of the organization.

Minimum of 3 years professional experience in User Research, working successfully with project teams to drive results into design and development throughout the project lifecycle.

A strong portfolio demonstrating past work experience and deliverables (including study plans, usability study reports, user research "big picture synthesis presentations).

End-to-end experience with all aspects of research (study design, recruiting, moderating, analysis, & reporting).

Hands-on experience with the following methods: lab-based user testing, remote testing, field research, and survey design 

Skills/Experience Requirements

Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal and analytical skills; the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and persuasively across different audiences and varying levels of the organization.

Minimum of 3 years professional experience in User Research, working successfully with project teams to drive results into design and development throughout the project lifecycle.

A strong portfolio demonstrating past work experience and deliverables (including study plans, usability study reports, user research "big picture synthesis presentations).

End-to-end experience with all aspects of research (study design, recruiting, moderating, analysis, & reporting).

Hands-on experience with the following methods: lab-based user testing, remote testing, field research, and survey design 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.