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A national public interest group is seeking a Research Director to monitor and expose the abuses of the Trump administration. This role requires a strategic agenda focusing on corporate ties and conflicts of interest. Candidates should possess a minimum of 10 years of research and writing experience, along with excellent research and analytic skills. The position offers a salary range of $105,789-$129,080 along with a generous benefits package including medical coverage, paid vacation, and more. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading public affairs agency in Washington, DC seeks a Director for their Insights research team. This role involves managing consumer insights, corporate, and market research projects, requiring 6-8 years of relevant experience. Candidates must excel in project management, client engagement, and have a background in both quantitative and qualitative methods. A comprehensive benefits package and discretionary bonus are included. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A leading market research firm is seeking a Principal-level market research professional to enhance Customer Insights capabilities. This role requires a post-MBA researcher with strong methodological skills, responsible for leading complex market research projects, and guiding teams through advanced analyses. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of market research methodologies and demonstrate the ability to translate insights into actionable recommendations. Competitive compensation and a collaborative environment are provided. #J-18808-Ljbffr

TO APPLY: Please submit cover letter and resume as one PDF document to *****************, by the submission deadline: February 6, 2026. The Vice President of Research & Impact serves as the National Alliance for Caregiving's (NAC) senior research leader, providing strategic direction and operational oversight for the organization's integrated research and impact initiatives. Reporting to the President and CEO, this position is responsible for setting the strategic vision for all NAC research initiatives while overseeing NAC's efforts to accelerate the translation of evidence into measurable impact for America's 63 million+ family caregivers. The VP will position NAC as the nation's foremost leader in translating caregiving research into actionable solutions that transform policies, practices, and systems in support of family caregivers. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Research Direction (30%) • Lead strategic direction for NAC research initiatives in coordination with the President and CEO and matrixed leadership across the organization. • Develop and execute the organization's long-term strategic vision for research leadership, ensuring alignment with NAC's organizational mission and the evolving landscape of family caregiving research and practice change. • Serve as internal content expert on caregiving research, advising NAC leadership and staff on opportunities to advance priorities through research. • Drive critical decision-making about research priorities across healthcare, economic opportunity, and community services. • Oversee department structure, budget, and hiring strategy to build research capacity aligned with organizational goals. Research Portfolio Oversight (25%) • Provide executive oversight of NAC's flagship Caregiving in the US research series conducted in partnership with AARP, including opportunities for secondary analysis aligned with organizational priorities. • Supervise and mentor research staff, fostering professional development and building team capacity to deliver high-quality research outputs and collaborate effectively across the organization. • Oversee the CARE Network, NAC's $2M ACL cooperative agreement that builds critical data infrastructure and connects researchers, service providers, and family caregivers. • Ensure research quality, methodological rigor, and strategic alignment across all NAC research initiatives. • Guide staff in translating findings into accessible stakeholder communications across policy and practice. • Monitor research impact and adjust priorities based on outcomes. Cross-Functional Integration & Internal Leadership (15%) • Drive cross-functional collaboration with and embed research expertise in NAC Programs, Policy & Advocacy, Development, Communications, and Board initiatives to ensure research informs and strengthens all organizational functions and is informed by these functions. • Provide research and strategic guidance to support NAC's fundraising efforts with potential, new, and established partners, including foundations, private sector partners, and federal agencies. • Ensure research maintains independence while supporting strategic research partnerships with external funders. • Lead internal convenings and feedback mechanisms to align research priorities with organizational needs. External Leadership & Strategic Partnerships (15%) • Serve as NAC's primary external voice for research initiatives through keynote presentations, congressional briefings, policy convenings, thought leadership content, and high-level forums. • Cultivate strategic relationships with research institutions, policy organizations, funders, industry partners, and key opinion leaders. • Coordinate activities across NAC's Research Collaborative network of 60+ members to maximize collective impact. • Establish and oversee Research Fellows Program for academics and government researchers to supplement NAC's research capacity and reach. • Serve as central convener bringing together caregiving research, policy, and practice experts across sectors. Business Development & Resource Acquisition (15%) • Lead business development strategy for research and impact initiatives (e.g. cross-sector health collaboratives), identifying funding opportunities and partnership prospects. • Guide grant strategy and proposal development for federal, state, and philanthropic funding (with support on execution form development and management teams). • Cultivate relationships with current and prospective funders to sustain and grow research operations. • Develop compelling evidence of NAC's research value proposition for diverse stakeholder audiences. Required Qualifications Education and Experience • Education: Advanced degree (PhD or Master's level) in public health, health services research, sociology, economics, gerontology, epidemiology, or related research field. • Experience: Minimum 8-12 years of progressive leadership experience in research organizations, policy think tanks, academic institutions, and/or advocacy organizations. • Senior Leadership: At least 2-3 years in director-level or equivalent senior management roles with responsibility for strategic direction, department management, and budget oversight. Strategic & Leadership Expertise • Proven track record of building and leading research departments or major research initiatives. • Demonstrated ability to think strategically about research's role in organizational mission and impact. • Experience managing senior staff and complex, multi-functional teams • Strong decision-making skills with ability to set priorities and allocate resources effectively. • Experience with organizational change management and cross-functional collaboration. Research Knowledge & Credibility • Knowledge of research study design, quantitative research methods, health policy, and health services research including health outcomes, epidemiology, health economics, and biostatistics. • Understanding of large-scale research initiatives in aging, caregiving, health services, or social policy. • Familiarity with federal grant mechanisms (e.g., ACL, NIH, PCORI) and cooperative agreements. • Reputational credibility with academic researchers, policy experts, and practitioners. External Relations & Communication • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences (researchers, policymakers, caregivers, media, general public). • Demonstrated excellence in public speaking and presentation at high-visibility venues. • Experience representing research and policy issues in congressional briefings, policy forums, or media engagements. • Proven ability to translate complex research into accessible, actionable insights. • Strong relationship-building skills across sectors (academic, government, nonprofit, private). Business & Political Acumen • Understanding of how research supports organizational development, partnerships, and revenue generation. • Experience with business development, fundraising, or resource acquisition. • Ability to navigate the intersection of research, policy, and advocacy. • Understanding of the political landscape affecting caregiving policy and aging services. • Familiarity with relevant research and advocacy organizations. Preferred Qualifications • Previous experience with caregiving research, family caregiver support programs, or aging services. • Experience with and knowledge of data analysis tools like SPSS/Dedoose/Nvivo. • Track record of congressional testimony or high-level policy briefings. • Established relationships with AARP, ACL, PCORI, or other major aging/caregiving organizations. • Experience leading research in advocacy-based or mission-driven organizations. • Background in health economics, policy evaluation, or healthcare value assessment. • Lived experience as a family caregiver. Core Competencies • Visionary Leadership & Research Innovation: Ability to articulate a compelling research vision for NAC and the care field, inspiring teams and partners. • Strategic Thinking: Can see the big picture while understanding operational implications. • Collaborative Influence: Builds coalitions and drives change without direct authority. • Executive Presence: Commands respect and credibility in diverse settings. • Communication Excellence: Translates complexity into clarity for any audience. • Political Savvy: Navigates organizational and external politics effectively. • Results Orientation: Focuses on measurable impact and outcomes. • Adaptive Leadership: Thrives in dynamic environments and leads through ambiguity. Compensation and Benefits • Annual Salary: $120,000-$130,000 • TIAA 403(b) Retirement: Quarterly contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan, no match required. • Health, Vision and Dental Insurance, with employee contribution. • Life and Disability Insurance, no employee share required. • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for health-related purchases and/or dependent care. • Monthly stipend for mobile phone usage. • 15 Days of Paid Time Off annually, accrued bi-weekly; pro-rated in first year to start date. • 5 Paid Sick Days, pro-rated to start date (but not less than 3 days) and immediately available. • Caregiving Support and Specialized Leave, including paid leave related to family and medical needs, bereavement leave, and other types of workplace accommodations, subject to state and local laws. • Paid Federal Holidays and Winter Holiday (Office closed 12/24 through 1/1). • Paid Monthly WMATA SmartBenefits or parking up to $130/monthly (DC employees). • Flex-time and hybrid work schedule available; strong preference for a candidate local to the Washington, DC area. • Paid membership in an organization/association of your choosing-to be aligned with the work performed for NAC. NAC is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Candidates of diverse backgrounds, minorities, women, people with disabilities, people of LGBT orientation, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Our UX Research team is designing for the broad spectrum of human needs, which requires us to understand the behaviors of the people behind them. Our researchers tackle some of the most complex challenges to gain insights into how people interact with each other and the world around them, and work collaboratively to contribute new ideas to products that impact the experiences of billions of people on a global scale. This job description represents different full-time roles across Meta.We use a variety of qualitative and quantitative methods to accomplish our goals, including surveys, focus groups, field studies, usability tests, and 1:1 interviews. We value a wide-range of perspectives and stem from many different backgrounds.We're looking for great communicators who are knowledgeable about research devoted to understanding people, and curious about the relationship between technology and society **Required Skills:** UX Researcher, Mixed Methods Responsibilities: 1. Work closely with product and business teams to identify research topics 2. Act as a thought leader in the domain of research, while advocating for the people who could use our products 3. Design and execute end-to-end custom primary research using a wide variety of methods 4. Design studies that address both user behavior and attitudes 5. Effectively manage and prioritize research plans through ambiguous and fast-changing environments, align and efficiently execute critical insights and work with a large group of stakeholders 6. Communicate results and illustrate suggestions in compelling and interesting ways 7. Work cross-functionally with design, product management, content strategy, engineering and marketing 8. Generate insights that both fuel ideation and evaluate designs **Minimum Qualifications:** Minimum Qualifications: 9. Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of relevant experience in user experience, applied research and/or product research and development or a Master's degree and 8+ years relevant experience, or PhD and 5+ years relevant experience 10. Relevant experience within user experience, applied research setting and/or product research and development 11. Experience conducting In-Depth Interviews or Focus Groups and Concept Testing or Usability Testing 12. Experience coding with R, SQL, STATA, SPSS or equivalent 13. Experience applying statistical analysis methods such as Regressions, ANOVA, and T-Tests 14. Interest in and experience executing hands-on, primary research 15. Experience translating research findings into strategic narratives **Preferred Qualifications:** Preferred Qualifications: 16. Degrees in a human behavior related field, such as Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Sociology, Communication, Information science, Media studies, Computer Science, or Economics **Public Compensation:** $164,000/year to $227,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits **Industry:** Internet **Equal Opportunity:** Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.

About TEGNA TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news. We are seeking a highly experienced Principal UX Researcher to lead strategic research initiatives that drive product innovation and enhance user experience across our digital platforms. In this role, you will shape research strategy, mentor and guide research practices across the organization, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and turn insights into action to influence product direction at the highest level. The Principal UX Researcher is a key role that helps us understand and obsess over our users (both internal and external) - their contexts, concerns, behaviors, needs and aspirations. In leading the practice of human- centered research, this role heavily informs the strategy and direction of TEGNA's digital ecosystem - ensuring we put the needs of our end users front and center. Who you are The Principal UX Researcher is the nexus between consumer centered business strategy and enabling Digital Products at scale. In this position, you will serve as both a visionary and a hands-on integrator and leader. Your exceptional talents drive insights and strategy that help shape the future of media, community, and connection. Understanding people and their critical needs, you advocate for the best outcomes across business and product teams. You have a proven record of conceptualizing, designing and delivering elegant and intuitive research solutions that directly impact the products, experiences, and platforms you are accountable for. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Lead UX research efforts for complex, high-impact initiatives across multiple products or business units. Develop long-term research roadmaps aligned with company goals. Research Execution: Design, plan, and conduct qualitative and quantitative research methods (e.g., ethnographic studies, usability testing, surveys, diary studies, field research, etc.) to deeply understand user behaviors, needs, and motivations. Establish Research Guidelines: enable team of product and UX leaders through UX research tool kits, standards, guides. Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Product Management, Design, Engineering, Marketing, and Data Science teams to integrate research findings into product planning and decision-making. Insight Communication: Deliver compelling insights through reports, presentations, and storytelling that inspire product innovation and support executive-level decisions. Mentorship & Guidance: Mentor junior researchers and help establish best practices and research standards across the UX organization. Vendor Management: contract with and manage required vendors and tools to enable UX research across the TEGNA digital ecosystem. Thought Leadership: Represent the UX discipline in strategic conversations, contribute to the UX research community, and advocate for a user-centered culture. Requirements: 8-10 years of experience in UX research, human-centered design, or related fields. Demonstrated experience leading research for complex, large-scale digital products. Expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Proven ability to turn ambiguous questions into clear research plans. Exceptional communication, storytelling, and collaboration skills. Experience influencing executive stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Master's or Ph.D. in Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Psychology, Anthropology, Sociology, or related field (preferred but not required). Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in agile, fast-paced product environments. Deep knowledge of accessibility, inclusive design, or emerging technologies (e.g., AI/ML, AR/VR). Background in consumer-driven domains. Why Join Us? Drive the user research strategy at a product and organizational level. Collaborate with a world-class UX and Product team. Make a tangible impact on the lives of millions of users. Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for growth. #LI-MS1 Pay Range $180,000-$190,000 USDBenefits: TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance. Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one. Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health. TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year. * Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union. EEO statement: TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email *************** Recruiting Fraud Alert: To all candidates: your personal information and online safety are important to us. Only TEGNA Recruiters or Hiring Managers will reach out to you regarding consideration of your application or background. 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Responsibilities: * Please ensure to send candidate's sample work to me separately via email. * Mid-Senior Role - 5+ years' experience as a UX Researcher. * This is not a UX Designer or UX Developer role. The resource will not be involved in any UX designing, building new products or will be using any UX designing tools. * This role will be involved in a lot of UX Research and development of UX strategies. - MUST HAVE solid past experience * Must have experience creating user journey maps which can involve documenting current state, pain points of the users and how products work with each other. * The resource will need to come up with insights, interact with user groups while working along side other UX researchers. * Will be involved in persona research. * Creating PPTs for presenting strategies. * Experience with Mural tool or similar is needed. Job Location : Reston, Virginia, United States Latest Digital Insights Knowledge Hub BLOG 8 Innovative Platform Engineering Strategies That Will Blow Your Mind In the ever-evolving landscape of the modern software industry, the… White Papers Solving the Biggest Health Insurance Challenges… Our point of view Success Story A Leading Automotive SaaS Provider Revolutionizes Identity Management with… Apexon Enhances User Satisfaction 40% Increased System Resilience with Centralized Identity Management Videos AgentRise on GCP: Agentic AI, Natively Integrated Apexon has built the #agentrise foundation on Google… Explore More Insights WHITE PAPER The Future of BFSI: Generative AI in Financial Services Building A Roadmap To Success Blog 3 Ways Digital Twins Improve the Lives of Healthcare… The idea of a digital twin is not a new… Services TAKE THE QUALITY ENGINEERING SELF-ASSESSMENT How can we help you? Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Multiple Choice * * Artificial Intelligence * Data & Analytics * Digital Engineering * Experience Name * First Last Business Email * Direct Phone Number Question or Message * Custom Captcha * = Checkboxes * privacy policy and terms and conditions)" aria-errormessage="wpforms-24789-field_29_1-error" checked='checked'>By checking this box, I agree to receive SMS messages about [Message Type] from Apexon at the phone number provided above. The SMS frequency may vary. Data rates may apply. Text HELP to ************** for assistance. Reply STOP to opt out of receiving SMS messages (privacy policy and terms and conditions) Lead Source *Lead SourceSearch - Organic Submit *************** Collapse All Quick Links Artificial Intelligence Agentic AI Generative AI Advanced Analytics, AI/ML Intelligent Automation Data & Analytics RegTech Data Visualization Microsoft Fabric Data Management & Governance Data Strategy Managed Data Services Data Engineering Digital Engineering Cloud Native Platform Engineering * Cloud Strategy * Cloud Migration * Cloud Enablement * Cloud-Native Development * Application Modernization * Site Reliability Engineering * DevOps * Chaos Engineering Application Development * Custom Application Development * Low-code/No-code Development * Interactive Experiences IoT Development * Connected Medical Devices Quality Engineering * Test Automation * Functional Testing * Performance Testing * Regression Testing * Security Testing * Intelligent Testing & Automation for Salesforce * Compatibility Testing * Selenium-Based Test Automation * IoT Testing * Wearable Testing * Visual Testing * Intelligent Testing * Service Virtualization Experience UI/UX * UX Workshops * UI/UX Design * UX Research-as-a-Service Digital Commerce * Ecommerce Enablement * Digital Experience * Managed Services Salesforce Customer Experience Employee Experience Enterprise Service Management Apexon, Copyright 2026. All rights reserved. * * * * * * SitemapGlossaryPrivacy PolicyTerms & Conditions

As a User Researcher, you will use your analytical skills to plan and conduct evaluative research (card sorting, tree testing, usability, heuristics, personas) and support user centered design research efforts (contextual inquiry, ethnography and data mining). Responsibilities · Work with product owners to determine research needs and prioritize those needs to align with business goals and objectives. · Use your knowledge of research methodologies, human factors, and user centered design for how to improve the usability of business applications. · Proven ability to collaborate and work with designers, developers, product managers to formulate and address research questions · Work with UX team to plan and execute user studies, develop success criteria, analyze results and provide recommendations in accordance with FDA and other regulatory guidance (where applicable) Qualifications · Bachelors/Masters in Human-Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Psychology, or related field, or equivalent related experience · 5+ years of relevant experience working as a researcher within a UX team · Hands-on experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods · Research experience with mobile devices · Experience with lean UX methodology a plus · Previous experience with healthcare a plus · Ability to quickly learn and adapt in a fast-paced, highly interactive environment · Strong communicator, who can comfortably present their research to team members and senior leaders · Entrepreneurial spirit combined with corporate know-how · Comfortable working in an agile development environment Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

. Hybrid - 1-3 days in office. With every journey, travel has the power to shape us and our world. Begin your journey as a Sr. Manager of User Experience Research at Marriott International, repeatedly voted 24 years in a row as one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For . Join our high energy and talented User Experience & Design team creating best-in-class digital experiences for one of the most recognized hospitality companies in the world. This role is hands-on actively conducting user research, while continuously advancing research methodologies in digital. Collaborating closely with designers and product stakeholders, this role drives execution across research areas: study design, screener & discussion guide design, recruiting, data processing and analysis, as well as preparing and socializing results. He/She/They will promote research best practices drawn from a variety of disciplines, continually seeking to improve research methods. The ideal candidate will have real world experience conducting research as part of the product development lifecycle, should be comfortable working in a fast paced environment, and be able to work collaboratively with peers and stakeholders in research execution. This position is embedded in our Onsite Digital team and the work will specifically be within this product. This is a project-based role and will be essential to the future our onsite digital products. CANDIDATE PROFILE Education and Experience 5+ years of relevant qualitative research experience plus 4 year undergraduate degree in relevant discipline Demonstrated expertise in designing experiments, conducting qualitative research, and translating research to inform user-centered design decisions Proven ability to collect and analyze user behavior through moderated interviews and unmoderated research, surveys, benchmark studies, web analytics and customer feedback using online testing tools (e.g. User Testing, UserZoom, etc.) Collaborative, highly-organized, and strong attention to detail Stellar written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills You're exactly who we're looking for if you: Possess exceptional qualitative and quantitative research skills, with the ability to translate and draw insights from data and can make appropriate recommendations using insights Have extensive experience conducting in-person research such as: interviews, intercepts, workshops, co-design sessions, etc. Can balance user, business, and technical needs Advocate for research and data though reports and in-person presentations Lead with a user-centric mindset to drive impactful research Thrive on creating innovative solutions to challenging user and business problems Value deadlines, set realistic expectations around them and then meet them Are comfortable with a culture of feedback and regular opportunities to critique and be critiqued Pro-actively surface research insights to drive a more user-centered experience Have extensive UserZoom and User Testing experience (i.e., conducting multi-methods research including both qualitative and quantitative studies) Nice to Have: Experience managing/coaching other researchers and/or agency partners Experience with major, large-scale global digital apps, web sites, or other digital products within the commerce or travel space Superior communication and interpersonal skills, including facilitation, presentation, storytelling Has experience conducting in-person research (e.g., intercepts, focus groups, interviews) Be comfortable in the unknown and have a natural curiosity and desire to seek answers Experience conducting research on a large-scale loyalty program Has conducted brainstorming workships with stakeholders, UX Design, etc. CORE WORK ACTIVITIES Demonstrating and Applying Discipline Knowledge: Partner closely with designers and stakeholders to understand design questions, identify gaps in data, and use research to bring designs to life Clearly explain research decision and findings to potential users, your team, and stakeholders Identify future opportunities by keeping up to date with research methodology, design trends, societal shifts, and new technology Be a thought partner providing recommendations based on research and data for experience enhancements across all digital touchpoints Provides subject matter expertise, including design of experiment, qualitative research methodology, and data triangulation to help meet user goals Measurement & Analytics: You value data or insight over opinion, by basing decisions on metrics, segment data, and user research findings and insights. Ability to conduct user research, collect and synthesize quantitative and qualitative feedback and translate into an actionable design strategy Comfortable with multiple qualitative, quantitative and mixed-method research, like surveys, usability testing, multivariate testing, A/B testing, etc. Able to inform options/variables for A/B or multi-variate testing Managing Work, Projects, and Policies: Provides accurate estimates as to needed time to complete work to feed project plans (and therefore personal deadlines) Successfully manages multiple assignments at once Accepts critique and critiques work of others in a helpful and professional manner Additional Responsibilities: Works independently with minimal supervision, but knows when issues should be escalated to manager Develops relationships with members of other teams, and leverages those relationships to answer questions Presents work with clarity and confidence; explains complex matters so that others can understand them At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

Responsibilities: Prospect Identification & Research Conduct comprehensive research on individual donors, foundations, corporations, and other potential funding sources using publicly available information sources and databases such as DonorSearch, Blackbaud ResearchPoint, Wealth Engine, Foundation Directory Online, and other prospect research tools. Analyze and synthesize information to assess a prospect's capacity, affinity, and readiness to give. Develop detailed prospect profiles including biographical information, wealth indicators, philanthropic history, giving capacity, and connection points to Sheppard Pratt. Develop and maintain detailed prospect profiles, bios and briefings including for events. Analyze real estate holdings, business affiliations, board memberships, and other wealth indicators to assess giving Research foundation and corporate giving guidelines, priorities, and application processes. Proactively identify new prospects to support fundraising campaigns and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with development officers and senior leadership to prioritize research efforts and support portfolio development and prospect strategies. Conduct relationship mapping to identify and organize the connections of Sheppard Pratt board, staff and supporters. Data Management & Analysis Maintain accurate and up-to-date prospect information in the organization's donor database. Create and update prospect tracking systems and research files. Prepare written research reports and briefing materials for development staff and leadership. Create intelligence reports for use by gift officers, leadership, and campaign committees. Analyze giving patterns and trends to inform fundraising strategies. Ensure data integrity by conducting regular audits, verification processes, and quality control measures across all prospect records and research documentation. Evaluate wealth assessment tools and make recommendations for efficiency and research effectiveness. Track and rate prospects through a moves management system to support cultivation and solicitation strategies. Ensure the accuracy, confidentiality, and integrity of all prospect data in the database (e.g., Raiser's Edge). Support fundraising team by participating in regular portfolio reviews, promoting moves management best practices. Strategic Support Collaborate with development officers to prioritize prospects and develop cultivation strategies. Provide research support for grant applications and proposal development. Assist in preparing materials for donor visits and meetings. Support special events and capital campaign research needs. Effectively represent the organization at Sheppard Pratt and Development Office sponsored events. Stay current on best practices in prospect research, data privacy laws, and fundraising trends. Requirements: 5+ years of experience in prospect research, fundraising, or a related analytical role (experience in nonprofit fundraising is highly preferred). Proficiency with prospect research databases and tools (DonorSearch, LexisNexis, Wealth X, Wealth Engine, iWave, Foundation Directory Online, etc.). Strong Experience with donor database management systems (Raiser's Edge preferred). Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlines. Bachelor's degree required; degree in Communications, Nonprofit Management, Library Science, Journalism, Marketing, Business, or related field preferred. Strong analytical, writing, and critical thinking skills with attention to detail. High level of discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive donor information. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Knowledge of philanthropic trends and donor behaviors. Experience in supporting capital campaigns or major gifts initiatives. Membership in professional associations such as Apra (Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement) is a plus. #LI-KW1

This posting is for early consideration for future research openings at HIT Strategies. Positions include Executive Research Assistant, Analyst, Senior Analyst, Research Manager and 1099 Contract Researcher. We conduct informational interviews on a rolling basis. Research candidates who already in pipeline consideration needn't re-apply. About HIT Strategies HIT Strategies is an insights firm that decodes the political and consumer landscape where traditional firms fail. Our diverse team of researchers specialize in reaching the underestimated voters and consumers who are reshaping American culture, media, and markets - communities often misunderstood or overlooked by conventional research. Our brand promise is to deliver culturally competent research and actionable insights with precision, clarity, and impact. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of our mission. As the leading millennial and minority-owned insights research firm, our team reflects the country's incredible diversity. Therefore, we especially encourage applications from people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, and groups underrepresented in political research. 2026 Research Pipeline HIT Strategies seeks researchers paving the way in understanding, communicating with and engaging diverse audiences. Our researchers conduct public opinion research within a designated portfolio and/or focused on key demographic audiences. Whether a Research Assistant, Analyst, or Research Manager, all of our researchers think critically and deliver accurate & visually compelling data that meet client objectives. Key Role Objectives Drive accurate, high-quality, culturally competent analysis of behaviors, attitudes, values, and other drivers within research populations Engage clients in providing specialized guidance and consultation that allows clients to achieve their objectives and goals Drive research design, data collection, analysis, and consulting Preferred Research Audiences AAPI Black / African-American Hispanic / Latino LGBTQ+ Women Youth Consider applying if you: Managed client timelines and project objectives and goals, helping define the scope of work with guiding questions Drafted and monitored public opinion surveys including developing polls and screeners and monitoring survey response data Created moderator guides, conducted focus groups, reviewed focus group notes and developed analytical proof points Created analytical reports and visually compelling presentations incorporating statistical facts, key data trends, and critical insights demonstrating cultural competence Managed vendors and complex client-facing interactions for timely product delivery Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Marketing, Mass Communications, Economics, Statistics, Humanities, or a related concentration 2-5 years of previous research work experience in a related field as demonstrated by a research assessment Excellent written and oral communication skills, especially succinct and concise reporting Excellent analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office - especially Excel and PowerPoint

Join Us in Making a Difference in the Lives of Those Defending Our Nation! Why SURVICE? Come join the SURVICE Engineering mission to protect, enhance, and enable those who defend the United States. Since 1981, we have supported the DoD community, as well as Homeland Security, advanced technologies, environmental, and commercial markets. Our employees have backgrounds in engineering, physics, mathematics, chemistry, computer science, acquisition, technical writing, training, and other technical and administrative fields. And many of our personnel have DoD and/or operational military experience. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career with a leading organization, come see what we can offer you! Position Biomanufacturing Researcher * Location: Adelphi, MD * Security Clearance: Active Clearance or Eligible to Obtain - U.S. citizenship required * Salary: $115,000 - $130,000 Depending on Experience and Education * Travel: 5% * Benefits: SURVICE Engineering offers a total rewards package to include competitive salaries, comprehensive insurance options, paid time off, 401k, flexible spending, tuition reimbursement. Position Summary SURVICE Engineering is currently seeking a Biomanufacturing Researcher to support our Aberdeen Research Operation. You will accelerate your career and become an integral team member within the defense community. Primary Duties and Responsibilities * Execute and optimize protocols for the preparation of microbially-produced biomaterials at up to 25L fermentation scales. * Plan and execute workflows for microbial cultivation at varying culture scales and forms using sterile techniques in up to a BSL2 laboratory setting, followed by the recovery and purification of the biomaterial product. * Conduct biomaterial post-processing and characterization steps, which may require coordinating with facility personnel. * Conduct experiments to understand biological behavior. * Design and execute experiments that implement various techniques for direct and indirect observation of microbial behavior, particularly biomaterial production and properties, and harnessing behavior for precision material assembly. * Experiments may use microscopy, fluorescence analysis via multi-well plate reader or flow cytometry, and enzymatic or molecular assays. * Agents for the functionalization, immobilization, fixation, or entrapment of cells or biomaterial product may be required within the experiments to advance the research goals. * Set up and maintain microbial cultures in specified environments and scales using sterile technique, autoclaving equipment, nutrient broth and agar plate preparation, inoculation, culture management, biohazardous waste disposal, and preparation of frozen stocks. * Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and batch records to execute production processes * Preparation and safe handling of hazardous chemicals that may have corrosivity, flammability, and toxicity risks, including liquids with acidic and alkaline pH, organic solvents, and others. * Use of equipment for materials processing (freeze-drying, other) and analytical instrumentation (FTIR, SEM, other). * Optimize protocols that use microbes in combination with material or chemical agents for their functionalization, fixation, immobilization, or entrapment. * Comply with policies on record-keeping and distribution limits for data and technical information. * Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process efficiency and product quality * Troubleshoot process and equipment issues, and implement corrective actions * Prepare and present presentations and written documents summarizing efforts Minimum Qualifications of Biomanufacturing Researcher Bachelor's Degree in Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or related field related field and 3+ years of relevant experience. Exceptional candidates with less experience will be considered. Candidates are not required to possess all qualifications; if you possess some of the desired qualifications, please apply. * Experience in a biomanufacturing or bioprocessing environment * Knowledge of cell culture and biomaterial processing techniques * Familiarization with the use of analytical instrumentation and processing equipment * Experience documenting experimental and analytical procedures, methods, results, and conclusions * Familiarity with quality control techniques, including cell counting, RNA and DNA quality assessment, and cell morphology analysis. * Knowledge of programming languages, such as Python or R, is desirable. * Experience documenting experimental and analytical procedures, methods, results, and conclusions * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records. Highly organized and able to track multiple projects occurring simultaneously * Ability to stand, sit, walk, and lift and move equipment and supplies. About Us SURVICE Engineering is a nationally recognized, single-source engineering service provider for Government and Industry organizations involved in all phases of the systems engineering process. Our employees are our most valuable asset, and they are proud to have supported the development, testing, analysis, and modeling and simulation (M&S) of many of the major U.S. air, land, and sea combat systems in the field today. They have also contributed their expertise to other vital national defense programs and technologies that involve survivability, cybersecurity, information technology/management, software engineering, unmanned aerial systems (UASs), and metrology/reverse engineering. SURVICE Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

The candidate will be working on a team performing vulnerability research against mobile technologies. The candidate must be familiar with the latest techniques in vulnerability research and demonstrate their ability to follow best practices. The candidate must be extremely detail oriented when documenting their research. Often, the candidate will be required to write code in C, Python, and Assembly to demonstrate ability to control the flaws. Requirements• Understanding of Linux Kernel and device derivers • Experience reading and writing assembly (x86/x64) • Extensive experience with debuggers (ADB, GDB, etc.) • Strong C, Python, and ASM development experience • Working as a team with researchers and developers *MUST HAVE TS/ SCI w/ FSP Benefits PTO: Our variable PTO plan lets you decide the amount that's best for you. Choose as few as 2 weeks or as much as 6 weeks. Holidays: 10 annually 401k: 5% Company match; fully -vested from Day 1 Quarterly Bonus: Totaling 2.5% of your base salary annually Pay for any extra hours in cash or comp time Pay for unused holidays or comp time Training Budget: Up to $5,250 annually Cell Phone/Internet Allowance: Monthly reimbursement up to $75 Gym/Health Club Membership: Monthly reimbursement up to $50 Personal Technology Allowance: Up to $500 annually Cool Logo Wear: At least $100 annually Health Insurance: Provided through CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield. Three plans to choose from - HSA Silver, HMO Platimun, PPO Platimum. FiveTwelve covers 80% of the premium for employees and their dependents. Dental and Vision Insurance: Provided through CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield. FiveTwelve covers 100% of the premium for employees and their dependents. Short Term and Long Term Disability: FiveTwelve pays 100% of premium Referral Bonus: Up to $10,000 for fully -cleared referrals

SourcePro Search has a fantastic opportunity for a Conflicts Researcher II in our top-rated law firm client in their Washington, DC office. This opportunity offers a competitive base, bonus and excellent benefits/growth potential. Qualified candidates will have Law firm/Big 4 accounting experience and a Bachelor's degree. The ideal candidate will investigate, identify, and recommend resolution of conflicts-of-interest. What You'll Do: Independently conduct thorough and accurate research of corporations, agencies and individuals listed as incoming parties to client/matters, or submitted with preliminary conflicts checks; Analyze and evaluate both the reference source research results and conflicts reports to determine whether conflicts-of-interest may exist with incoming parties; Independently inform attorneys and administrative staff as to whether potential or actual conflicts exist and propose the necessary steps to resolve; Consult with management on complex conflicts issues potentially requiring the further direction of the Professional Responsibility Committee or the Office of General Counsel; Update the corporate hierarchies or “family trees” in the Firm's conflicts database and billing database; Conduct pro-active research of mergers, acquisitions and potential bankruptcies using various business reference sources and record findings in the conflicts database; Analyze ‘thrust-upon” conflicts issues and propose resolutions to attorneys in consultation with the Professional Responsibility Committee or the Office of General Counsel; Research and process requests including close, reopen, client, matter, and mailing/contact change requests; Work overtime as required; and Handle additional Conflicts research and analysis projects as assigned. What You'll Bring: Bachelor's degree (strongly preferred); At least 2 years of research or Conflicts related experience (required); Intermediate-level proficiency in conflicts related computer operations and software programs; Intermediate-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Microsoft Word; Intermediate-level proficiency in business verbal and written communications; and Intermediate-level knowledge of research procedures and methodology. ****************************

Job Description Responsibilities: Conduct thorough and accurate research of corporations, agencies and individuals listed as incoming parties to client/matters, or submitted with preliminary conflicts checks; Analyze and evaluate both the reference source research results and conflicts reports to determine whether conflicts-of-interest may exist with incoming parties; Inform attorneys and administrative staff as to whether potential or actual conflicts exist and propose the necessary steps to resolve; Consult with management on complex conflicts issues potentially requiring the further direction of the Professional Responsibility Committee; Update the corporate hierarchies or “family trees” in the Firm's conflicts database and billing database; Conduct pro-active research of mergers, acquisitions and potential bankruptcies using various business reference sources and record findings in the conflicts database; Prepare new business intake forms for review by the Conflicts Manager; Research and process requests including close, reopen, client, matter, and mailing/contact change requests; Work overtime as required; and Handle additional Conflicts research and analysis projects as assigned. Requirements 1+ year of law firm or professional services firm Fundamental-level proficiency in conflicts related computer operations and software programs Fundamental-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Microsoft Word;

Yellow Duck Technologies is seeking a Mobile Vulnerability Researcher to join a team focused on identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in mobile technologies. The ideal candidate must be proficient in the latest techniques in vulnerability research, with strong skills in C, Python, and Assembly (ASM) to demonstrate control over discovered flaws. This role requires attention to detail, especially when documenting research findings, and the ability to work collaboratively with other researchers and developers in a fast-paced security environment. Requirements: Must have an active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph. Bachelor's degree in a related field or an additional 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree. Strong development skills in C, Python, and Assembly (ASM). Experience reading and writing assembly. Extensive experience using debuggers. Familiarity with best practices in vulnerability research. Ability to work closely with researchers and developers to analyze and exploit security flaws. Strong attention to detail in research documentation. Yellow Duck Technologies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or class. View all jobs at this company

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Our UX Research team is designing for the global spectrum of human needs, which requires us to deeply understand the behaviors of the people behind them. Our researchers tackle some of the most complex challenges to gain deeper insights into how people interact with each other and the world around them, and work collaboratively to contribute new ideas to products that impact the experiences of billions of people on a global scale. We use a variety of qualitative and quantitative methods to accomplish our goals, including surveys, focus groups, field studies, usability tests, and 1:1 interviews. We value a wide range of perspectives and stem from many different perspectives, approaches, experiences and backgrounds.We're looking for excellent communicators who are knowledgeable about research devoted to understanding people, and curious about the relationship between technology and society. They will also need to be comfortable in a fast-moving organization, open-minded about learning new research methods, committed to high-quality and rigorous research, and focused on influencing the future of Meta. **Required Skills:** UX Researcher, Qualitative Responsibilities: 1. Work closely with product and business teams to identify research topics 2. Act as a thought leader in the domain of research, while advocating for the people who could use our products 3. Design and execute end-to-end custom primary research using a wide variety of methods 4. Design studies that address both user behavior and attitudes 5. Effectively manage and prioritize research plans through ambiguous and fast-changing environments, align and efficiently execute critical insights and work with a large group of stakeholders 6. Communicate results and illustrate suggestions in compelling and creative ways 7. Work cross-functionally with design, product management, content strategy, engineering and marketing 8. Generate insights that both fuel ideation and evaluate designs **Minimum Qualifications:** Minimum Qualifications: 9. Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience within user experience, applied research setting and/or product research and development, Master's degree and 2+ years relevant experience, or a PhD and relevant experience 10. Experience conducting In-Depth Interviews or Focus Groups and Concept Testing or Usability Testing 11. Interest in and experience executing hands-on, primary research 12. Experience translating research findings into strategic narratives **Preferred Qualifications:** Preferred Qualifications: 13. Experience with consumer products, consumer insights, or product development 14. Degrees in a human behavior related field, such as Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Sociology, Communication, Information Science, Media Studies, Computer Science, or Economics **Public Compensation:** $103,000/year to $166,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits **Industry:** Internet **Equal Opportunity:** Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment. Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.

As a User Researcher, you will use your analytical skills to plan and conduct evaluative research (card sorting, tree testing, usability, heuristics, personas) and support user centered design research efforts (contextual inquiry, ethnography and data mining). Responsibilities · Work with product owners to determine research needs and prioritize those needs to align with business goals and objectives. · Use your knowledge of research methodologies, human factors, and user centered design for how to improve the usability of business applications. · Proven ability to collaborate and work with designers, developers, product managers to formulate and address research questions · Work with UX team to plan and execute user studies, develop success criteria, analyze results and provide recommendations in accordance with FDA and other regulatory guidance (where applicable) Qualifications · Bachelors/Masters in Human-Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Psychology, or related field, or equivalent related experience · 5+ years of relevant experience working as a researcher within a UX team · Hands-on experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods · Research experience with mobile devices · Experience with lean UX methodology a plus · Previous experience with healthcare a plus · Ability to quickly learn and adapt in a fast-paced, highly interactive environment · Strong communicator, who can comfortably present their research to team members and senior leaders · Entrepreneurial spirit combined with corporate know-how · Comfortable working in an agile development environment Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.