Quantitative UX Researcher: 25-07010
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Primary Skills: Quantitative UX Research (Expert), Python (Expert), Qualtrics (Proficient), Statistics (Advanced), Regression Analysis (Intermediate), A/B Testing (Proficient) Contract Type: W2/C2C only Duration: 6+ Months Contract (High possibility of extension)
Location: 100% Remote ()
Pay Range: $65 - $75 Per Hour on W2
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Job Summary
We are seeking a Quantitative User Researcher. The role involves conducting exploratory surveys to understand market opportunities, testing early prototypes to gauge user reactions, and working across multiple dimensions to prioritize product features and address user needs effectively. The ideal candidate will generate insightful research deliverables, including reports and presentations, with an operational grasp of survey tools and statistical analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct exploratory surveys to gauge market potential, prioritize product elements, and define the target demographic and psychographic profiles.
Perform early prototype testing through surveys and our DICE experimentation platform to capture user feedback.
Utilize coding skills in R/Python to analyze survey data effectively.
Develop strategic research questions and hypotheses from initial guidance.
Produce detailed document reports and presentations, with occasional dashboarding.
Must-Have Skills
Proficiency in R or Python for data analysis.
Experience with survey tools like Qualtrics.
Strong background in statistical analysis.
Prior experience in quantitative user research, particularly within tech or related industries, is highly valued.
About Akraya
Akraya is an award-winning IT staffing firm consistently recognized for our commitment to excellence and a thriving work environment. Most recently, we were recognized Inc's Best Workplaces 2024 and Silicon Valley's Best Places to Work by the San Francisco Business Journal (2024) and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (2023 & 2022)!
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Researcher, Today Explained podcast
Remote job
Vox is a user's guide to the news produced by the reporters, and subject matter experts who know it best.
Today, Explained
- Vox's flagship podcast - is an audio expression of that mission: a daily news explainer that is both relentlessly reported and ground-breaking in its sonics and storytelling.
We're looking for an experienced fact checker to maintain our high standards for quality, speed, and accuracy. This individual will help raise the bar on our journalism across the board, by ensuring we develop episodes that meet the highest standard of data-based, evidentiary reporting and that we apply these standards consistently to all our work.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Fact check daily episodes of Today, Explained on deadline:
Using respectable sources only, and as often as possible, relying on first-hand sources
Footnoting the script document with sourcing materials, specifically the first hand material
High capacity for finding first-hand materials quickly on a tight deadline
Deep understanding of how to interpret data and consistently apply high standards to interpreting survey and data material
Strong comprehension of scientific journals and other specialized research material
Confidence to engage in a back-and-forth with the editor, producer and host on the episode, to ensure we put out a completely factual product but also requiring flexibility given that we publish a lot of news analysis
Working on a daily news-focused deadline, meaning there's often work that needs to happen on a quick turnaround.
Collaborate with editors and producers to vet data, guests, and do other research to assist in earlier-stage development of episodes
Contribute front-end research-based feedback, as requested by the leadership team, on producer pitches, reporting we are considering for an episode, or topics we have in development
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
High degree of research literacy in order to dive into and evaluate primary sources, studies, and papers
Passion for journalism and communication
Interest in news topics and politics
Meticulous and detail oriented
Extremely good with deadlines
Excellent communication skills
WHERE YOU'LL WORK
This job is remote.
WHY VOX MEDIA? WHAT WE OFFER
This is a permanent, full-time position. This job is benefits-eligible. We pride ourselves in providing comprehensive benefits to support all of our employees wherever they are in life. You can find more information about our benefits here.
OUR DEI+ COMMITMENT
Vox Media is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can show up as their authentic selves and create their best work. We recognize that great stories, platforms, products and services come from people with all manner of backgrounds and experiences. We recognize that our commitments require ongoing work and sustained attention, as well as adaptation to new insights and best practices. We keep our diversity data public for the sake of accountability, transparency and communication. Learn more about our values here, and our approach to corporate citizenship here.
Vox Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, national origin, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law. Vox Media will also consider all qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable Fair Chance laws. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations as part of the application process to candidates with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact our People & Culture team (************************).
WHAT COMES NEXT
Our recruiting team will go through applications in a timely manner. Please note that our recruiting team will only contact you from @voxmedia.com email addresses, never via text message. Read more about how our recruiting team operates, and how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud, here.
PAY TRANSPARENCY
The salary range listed below represents the minimum and maximum base pay for this position at the time of this posting. Final salary offered to the candidate selected for the position will be based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience.
Pay Range$76,000-$90,000 USD
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Apollo.io is the leading go-to-market solution for revenue teams, trusted by over 500,000 companies and millions of users globally, from rapidly growing startups to some of the world's largest enterprises. Founded in 2015, the company is one of the fastest growing companies in SaaS, raising approximately $250 million to date and valued at $1.6 billion. Apollo.io provides sales and marketing teams with easy access to verified contact data for over 210 million B2B contacts and 35 million companies worldwide, along with tools to engage and convert these contacts in one unified platform. By helping revenue professionals find the most accurate contact information and automating the outreach process, Apollo.io turns prospects into customers. Apollo raised a series D in 2023 and is backed by top-tier investors, including Sequoia Capital, Bain Capital Ventures, and more, and counts the former President and COO of Hubspot, JD Sherman, among its board members.
Your Role & Mission
At Apollo.io, we believe that our customers are our greatest advocates and inspiration, and we strive to humanize and build empathetically for their needs. As we scale our product, we are prioritizing improving ease of use, delightfulness, and overall user experience dimensions, and we're looking for a Researcher to play a key role in the upcoming phases of our journey.
As a Researcher, you will be integral to driving forward our customer-centric vision-partnering with stakeholders to run critical research projects while helping to grow our research team alongside our Product & Design orgs.
We're looking for someone who is both genuinely interested in & has the skills to take on ownership of complex projects within a hyper-growth company: a creative thinker who can trailblaze new approaches to interpreting data and drive meaningful impacts to our product & company strategy.
Responsibilities:
Conduct In-depth, Agile Research:
Execute user research activities, including but not limited to foundational research, usability testing, interviews, surveys, and ethnographic studies, to gather valuable insights into user behaviors, needs, and preferences.
Persona and Journey Map Development:
Contribute to the creation and maintenance of user personas and journey maps, helping to establish a user-centric framework for product development.
Iterative Testing and Feedback Loops:
Work within the agile development process to integrate iterative testing and feedback loops, ensuring a user-centered approach throughout the product development life cycle.
Usability Testing:
Plan and facilitate usability testing sessions, including recruitment, script development, and post-session analysis. Communicate findings and recommendations to the broader team.
Data Collection and Analysis:
Collect and analyze user data, synthesizing findings into clear and actionable insights. Work with data sets to identify patterns, trends, and opportunities for product improvement.
Documentation and Reporting:
Prepare clear and concise research reports, presentations, and documentation to effectively communicate research findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams:
Engage with product managers, designers, and developers to integrate user research findings into the product development process. Ensure alignment between user needs and business objectives.
Coach and Mentor Researchers:
Help junior researchers grow their skillset by providing feedback on their work, and offering direct mentorship.
Stay Informed on Industry Trends:
Keep abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in UX research. Apply this knowledge to enhance research methodologies and approaches within the startup environment.
Continuous Learning:
Actively pursue professional development opportunities to enhance UX research skills and stay current with industry advancements. Leverage learning to contribute to the growth and success of the startup.
Adaptability and Agility:
Thrive in a fast-paced startup environment by being adaptable and agile. Be ready to pivot quickly based on evolving project requirements and business needs. User Education: Share user insights with the broader team, fostering a culture of user empathy and understanding. Help educate team members on the importance of user research in shaping successful products.
Qualifications
Jack-of-all-research-methods: proficient in a wide variety of mixed methods (1:1 interviews, focus groups, surveys, behavioral analyses, card sorting, tree testing, etc.) and know exactly when & why to rely on different combinations of quantitative and qualitative methods for a research plan. Can get started with minimal guidance.
Pragmatic & highly tactical: grounds research priorities in prioritized objectives that will drive tangible user, customer, and business value.
Growth-oriented: loves the process of developing, and enjoys learning new skills and figuring out the most effective ways for communicating research to stakeholders.
Reflexive and dynamic: knows how to resolve tough issues in an ambiguous space and tailor research methods to the needs of relevant audiences. Knows how to move quickly and efficiently.
Autonomous ownership: independently identifies research opportunities to improve the desirability, usability, and delight of business-critical product experiences and have a sense of pride in your work that takes you above and beyond what is requested.
Proactive strategist: understands the importance of learning from different viewpoints and are able to partner cross-functionally to develop research plans that garner insights from across an entire organization.
Excellent communicator: clear and effective in verbal and written communication, and able to build compelling narratives to influence cross-functional stakeholders.
Proven: diverse portfolio of projects clearly demonstrates tackling complex problem areas and the outcomes driven.
Empathetic and kind disposition: a team player who is resilient in the face of challenges. Enjoys collaborating with peers & users, and they enjoy collaborating with them. Authentic, humble, and sensitive to the needs of others.
Tinkerer and experimenter: actively incorporates AI to accelerate analysis, synthesize insights, and automate time-consuming tasks-freeing up more time for deep discovery and strategic thinking; you are comfortable experimenting with prototype development to support your cross-functional partners in going from insights to action effectively
5+ years of mixed methods research experience
The listed Pay Range reflects base salary range, except for sales roles, the range provided is the role's On Target Earnings ("OTE") range, meaning that the range includes both the sales commission/sales bonus targets and annual base salary for the role. This pay range may be inclusive of several career levels at Apollo and will be narrowed during the interview process based on a number of factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and location. Applicants interested in this role and who are not located in the US may request the annual salary range for their location during the interview process.
Additional benefits for this role may include equity; company bonus or sales commissions/bonuses; 401(k) plan; at least 10 paid holidays per year, flex PTO, and parental leave; employee assistance program and wellbeing benefits; global travel coverage; life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance; FSA/HSA and medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Annual Pay Range$148,750-$175,000 USDWe are AI Native
Apollo.io is an AI-native company built on a culture of continuous improvement. We're on the front lines of driving productivity for our customers-and we expect the same mindset from our team. If you're energized by finding smarter, faster ways to get things done using AI and automation, you'll thrive here.
Why You'll Love Working at Apollo
At Apollo, we're driven by a shared mission: to help our customers unlock their full revenue potential. That's why we take extreme ownership of our work, move with focus and urgency, and learn voraciously to stay ahead.
We invest deeply in your growth, ensuring you have the resources, support, and autonomy to own your role and make a real impact. Collaboration is at our core-we're all for one, meaning you'll have a team across departments ready to help you succeed. We encourage bold ideas and courageous action, giving you the freedom to experiment, take smart risks, and drive big wins.
If you're looking for a place where your work matters, where you can push boundaries, and where your career can thrive-Apollo is the place for you.
Learn more here!
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Join our mission to provide governments with exceptional experiences so they can do the same for their communities!
What do we do?💥
We empower governments to deliver exceptional citizen experiences.
Check out our ‘About Us' page for a deep dive into our product and what makes us exceptional.
CivCheck is transforming how cities manage plan review and building code compliance. As part of Clariti, CivCheck brings together deep domain expertise and cutting-edge AI to streamline and modernize the permitting process. Our Guided AI Plan Review™ (GPR) platform is the first of its kind and it is helping cities and applicants alike navigate complex building codes with clarity, consistency, and speed. By combining intelligent automation with human expertise, CivCheck empowers communities to build faster, safer, and smarter.
How will you help us make an impact? 👩 💻👨 💻
We're seeking an AI Researcher who will help translate the latest machine learning research into practical, domain-specific proofs of concept (POCs).Working on the CivCheck platform, you will be at the forefront of building and experimenting with cutting-edge models across computer vision, large language models (LLMs), multi-modal learning, and agentic AI workflows. You'll bridge the gap between academic innovation and real-world application - reading and implementing research papers, testing emerging architectures, and collaborating with senior ML engineers to turn prototypes into production-ready systems. The ideal candidate has a strong research foundation, enjoys hands-on experimentation, and is eager to see their ideas move from paper to production.
As a AI Researcher at Clariti, you'll get to :
Read, interpret, and implement recent ML research papers into functioning prototypes
Design and Conduct experiments to validate research ideas, define test metrics/ hypotheses, and evaluate model performance
Apply research to specific computer vision problem domains, tailoring architectures and training strategies for best results on complex unstructured data
Tailor and apply foundational ML techniques to real-world datasets and use cases
Collaborate with engineering teams on model deployment, monitoring and enhancement
Contribute to internal research documentation and share findings with the broader AI team
Identify and prototype potential improvements to our AI systems based on current literature
Stay up-to-date on new research, benchmarks, and techniques in computer vision, generative AI, NLP, and multimodal learning
Participate in team discussions on model evaluation, interpretability, and performance trade-offs
What do you bring to the team? 🧠
Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related analytical STEM field with specialization in machine learning
1-3 years of hands-on experience in applied ML or research (flexible for strong academic backgrounds)
Demonstrated experience training and fine-tuning models from scratch using modern frameworks - including defining layer-level architectures, curating & cleaning datasets, tuning training parameters, and monitoring training/validation set performance
Proficiency in Python and C/C++
Proficiency with PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX, or similar deep learning frameworks
Strong software engineering skills with familiarity with best practices in version control (Git), testing, and modular design
Experience implementing core computer vision and image processing algorithms, including feature extraction, object detection, segmentation, and geometric transformations
Strong experimental and statistical intuition; comfortable interpreting complex results
Excellent communication skills, you can explain research clearly to both technical and non-technical audience
Bonus Points 🎉
Experience teaching or mentoring machine learning coursework or project-based work
Experience publishing machine learning research or applied ML work in academic or industry settings
Experience developing computer vision systems requiring high accuracy and reliability under strict tolerances - for example, in autonomous vehicles or medical imaging applications
Interest in the ethical implications of AI technology and responsible AI development and design
Contributions to open-source ML projects or paper reimplementations
Familiarity with LLMs, diffusion models, model distillation, or multimodal architectures
Exposure to end-to-end ML workflows, from training to deployment of models, using cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
What's in it for you?🫵
We invest in and empower our team members with competitive compensation packages, well deserved time off and benefits to keep you and your family healthy! *
💰 The base salary range for this role is expected to be between $120,000-160,000 based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications while considering internal pay equity and our broader pay philosophy. 💰
If you have questions about compensation as we move through the process, we're happy to discuss further.
*Benefits depend on employment type (full-time, part-time, contract, etc).
Things to Note 📝
Background checks - Because our customers trust us with sensitive information, we require all successful candidates to undergo comprehensive background checks before joining our team. We focus strictly on global sanctions and criminal offences that are directly relevant to employment at Clariti, and follow all applicable privacy and human rights legislation.
Travel- Although we operate as a remote company, all roles are expected to participate in occasional travel for in-person company-wide or departmental meetings, typically 1-2 times per year. Additional travel requirements specific to the role, if any, will be outlined in the job description.
We're committed to building an inclusive culture where our team members take ownership over projects, tasks, and outcomes; bring a growth mindset to drive continuous learning and self-development; have the ability to communicate courageously in a direct but respectful way; and are customer-focused by keeping the customer at the heart of decision-making. It's the diversity of our team that helps us make better decisions, by leveraging the diversity in thought & experience across to create impactful solutions as we explore new paths & challenges as we grow. We're working to create a workplace and team that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
Questions? We are here to help
If you require accommodations in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in our hiring process for any reason, please direct your questions to ********************** and we'll be happy to support you.
Auto-ApplyUX Researcher/Designer - Networking
Remote job
Agile Six is a people-first, remote-work company that serves shoulder-to-shoulder with federal agencies to find innovative, human-centered solutions. We build better by putting people first. We are animated by our core values of Purpose, Wholeness, Trust, Self-Management and Inclusion. We deliver our solutions in autonomous teams of self-managed professionals (no managers here!) who genuinely care about each other and the work. We know that's our company's purpose - and that we can only achieve it by supporting a culture where people feel valued, self-managed, and love to come to work.
The role
Agile Six is looking for a UX Researcher / Designers for anticipated roles on our cross-functional agile teams. Our partners include: the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and others. We look for UX Researcher / Designers with a breadth of UX knowledge and technical expertise in user research including discovery, synthesis, and documentation. Our roles entail collaborating with teams to design and implement highly complex, cross-disciplinary projects for government agencies and the people they serve, including context switching across a variety of products in our portfolio as required.
Among your responsibilities will be to communicate your research and design vision to both team members and key stakeholders. At Agile Six, we are deliberate about the culture we're building. We look for folks with an adaptive, empathetic and collaborative mindset, and folks who care deeply about team dynamics. Most importantly, we look for people that have a passion for working on important problems that have a lasting impact on millions of users and make a difference in our government!
Please note, this is a networking job post. It is an opportunity for you to submit an application to be considered for future openings. We cannot guarantee an interview for every interested applicant at this time, but will review every application and add interested folks to our talent network, to be considered for future openings.
Responsibilities
Lead user research efforts across a variety of research methodologies such as user interviews, heuristic evaluations, generative research, tree testing, card sorting and design thinking workshops. Own the research process, including discovery, synthesis, documentation, and communication.
Communicate potential costs and tradeoffs of different processes and research approaches while working with incomplete requirements.
Clearly articulate your thought processes through verbal and written explanation, whiteboard, sketching, or quick mock-ups to small or large groups.
Create design deliverables at all levels of fidelity throughout the process, from early sketches to low fidelity wireframes to high fidelity prototypes.
Use the VA Design System and/or US Web Design system and design with repeatable patterns across the portfolio. Collaborate with the Design System team when necessary around iteration and improvement of design system components.
Collaborate with the product manager and engineers to ensure implementation matches intent across all design components.
Keep UX work in sync with the product roadmap and flag delays or issues in research and design. Collaboratively create and evolve user stories and acceptance criteria with the product owner and wider Scrum team.
Communicate and collaborate with stakeholders and team members across a range of disciplines
Partner with product stakeholders to create a UX strategy that incorporates long term vision planning and short term rapid execution.
Mentor less experienced UX team members in UX best practices and oversee implementation.
Support the practice of design and research within the larger company as needed through activities such as:
Assisting in outreach, recruitment, and hiring efforts
Occasionally participating in or otherwise supporting business development efforts, including code or design challenges, writing or reviewing proposal responses, etc.
Participating in communities of practice
We expect the responsibilities of this position to shift and grow organically over time, in response to considerations such as the unique strengths and interests of the selected candidate and other team members and an evolving understanding of the delivery environment.
Basic qualifications
Experience working as UX researcher / designer or related position in collaboration with digital product teams (enterprise environment a plus)
Ability to be autonomous, take initiative, and effectively communicate status and progress
Portfolio illustrating your process and samples of native product design work driven by quantitative and qualitative user research
Expertise in human-centered design, interaction design fundamentals, and UI design and research best practices, including accessibility
Expert in Figma and modern prototyping tools
Experience successfully collaborating with cross-functional partners and other designers and researchers, seeking and providing feedback in an Agile environment
Adaptive, empathetic, collaborative, and holds a positive mindset
Has lived and worked in the United States for 3 out of the last 5 years
Some of our clients may request or require travel from time to time. If this is a concern for you, we encourage you to apply and discuss it with us at your initial interview
Additional desired qualifications
Familiarity with the US Web Design System
Familiarity with Section-508 and WCAG 2.1AA Accessibility requirements, standards, and testing tools
Experience developing knowledge of complex domain and systems
Experience working with government agencies
Ability to work across multiple applications, components, languages, and frameworks
Experience working in a cross-functional team, including research, design, engineering, and product
You are a U.S. Veteran. As a service-disabled veteran-owned small business, we recognize the transition to civilian life can be tricky, and welcome and encourage Veterans to apply
At Agile Six, we are committed to building teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and who can contribute to our team in a variety of ways
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Salary and Sixer Benefits
We are posting this job in anticipation of future openings on our team, and do not have a position open at this time. That said, below is an estimated salary in line with our current ranges:
UX Research/Designer I: $105,983
UX Researcher/Designer II - $126,185
Senior UX Researcher/Designer III - $140,532
Senior UX Researcher/Designer IV - $152,331
Our benefits are designed to reinforce our core values of Wholeness, Self Management and Inclusion. The following benefits are available to all employees. We respect that only you know what balance means for your life and season. While we offer support from coaches, we expect you to own your wholeness, show up for work whole, and go home to your family the same. You will be seen, heard and valued. We expect you to offer the same for your colleagues, be kind (not controlling), be caring (not directive) and ready to participate in a state of flow. We mean it when we say “We build better by putting people first”.
All Sixers Enjoy:
Self-managed work/life balance and flexibility
Competitive salary
Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) for all employees!
401K matching
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer paid short and long term disability insurance
Employer paid life insurance
Self-managed and generous paid time off
Paid federal holidays and two floating holidays
Paid parental leave
Self-managed professional development spending
Self-managed wellness days
Hiring practices
Agile Six Applications, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, pregnancy, disability, work-related injury, covered veteran status, political ideology, marital status, or any other factor that the law protects from employment discrimination.
Note: We participate in E-Verify. Upon hire, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visas at this time.
If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation in applying for any of these positions, please reach out to ******************. We want to ensure you have the ability to apply for any position at Agile Six.
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It's a new day with a new opportunity at 8am!
About the role:
As a mid-level user researcher, you'll independently conduct research for our legal practice management products, collaborating cross-functionally to discover problems and deliver user-centered solutions that drive measurable impact.
You'll work closely with product designers, product managers, engineers and key stakeholders to translate user insights into solutions that align both user needs and business objectives.
About us:
At 8am, our vision is to power a world where professionals thrive. We start every day on a mission to empower professionals with the most trusted, innovative technology to deliver world-class outcomes for their clients and exceptional financial results for their business. They count on our purpose-built solutions to simplify operations, ensure compliance, and fuel profitable growth, so they can focus on their clients and do more of the work that matters.
Founded in 2005, 8am™ (formerly AffiniPay) is the professional business platform built to help legal, accounting, and other client-focused professionals run stronger, more profitable businesses. Today, more than 250,000 professionals across the U.S. trust 8am to help them work smarter, serve clients better, and unlock their full potential. We have been recognized as one of Inc 5000's fastest growing companies in the U.S. for 13 years in a row, and as a result, our teams continue to grow as well!
What you'll do:
Conduct generative and evaluative research across product experiences with methodological rigor.
Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, data analysts, and leaders to identify possible research goals and timelines.
Create compelling presentations and reports to communicate learnings and recommendations.
Develop a deep understanding of user needs and pain points for 8am's legal practice management product suite, acting as the voice of the user.
Identify strategic opportunities that address user needs and create business value.
About you:
2-5 years industry experience where you conducted qualitative user research.
Demonstrated track record of leading research projects with a focus on connecting your work to the broader business strategy and making progress against key outcomes.
Strong storytelling and presentation skills to create artifacts and share research findings in ways that are tailored to and motivate cross-functional stakeholders.
Proficiency in industry-standard tools (Figma, Zoom, UserTesting, Maze, Dscout, Dovetail, Reduct, Qualtrics, Sawtooth, etc.)
Experience with B2B, legal tech, practice management or SaaS products.
Bonus: Fluency in Spanish is a plus, but not required.
Demonstrated experience leveraging AI tools and technologies to improve workflows, enhance decision-making, or drive innovation.
Additional Information
The annual salary range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000. The salary range for performing this role outside of the US / Austin / California may differ. 8am is committed to offering competitive, fair and commensurate compensation and has provided an estimated pay range for this role. Actual compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and education.
Why 8am:
At 8am, our culture is shaped by the people who bring it to life every day. Together, we build a company rooted in continuous learning, genuine community, holistic wellness, and meaningful engagement-values that empower us as individuals and unite us as a team. Our culture is grounded in our core values:
Work Smart, Win Fast
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Outshine Ordinary
, and
We Find a Way
. These values drive how we serve our customers and work with each other in a collaborative, inspiring, and empowering environment, every day.
Here's how we support our 8Team:
Health Insurance Coverage: We offer our 8Team a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans, designed to fit your needs, including a 100% company-paid HDHP plan for employees.
Financial perks: We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including annual bonuses, equity options and 401(k) or RRSP if in Canada, with a company match for all team members.
Time for what matters: Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, and a parental leave program for our new parents.
Wellness: Wellness stipends, mental health support, and one-on-one nutrition coaching.
Learning and Development: Continuous learning through 8am.edu, leadership programs, professional development funds, and individually focused talent development.
Giving back to the communities around us: Participate in our charitable matching gift program, paid time off for volunteer service, and company-sponsored volunteer events (both local and virtually).
Engagement: Virtual and in-person team-building events, quarterly award recognition through our Rise & Shine Award of Excellence Program, and our peer-to-peer appreciation platform.
At 8am, we don't just offer benefits - we create an environment where people can thrive, grow, and make a real impact every day.
Diversity, equity & inclusion at 8am:
At 8am, we recognize that innovation occurs with a strong team of people who are diverse in background, personality, talent and ideas. Experience comes in many forms and ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where we continue to learn from each other is an integral part of our culture. We are committed to creating a welcoming and transparent environment for all that embraces those differences through education, equal access to opportunities and information, inclusionary programs, and community outreach.
Security advisory:
Our hiring teams at 8am are dedicated to recruiting top talent that share our passion for serving the professional services industry through innovative financial technology. As such, our Talent Acquisition Team only follows legitimate hiring practices. We will always communicate with our candidates using emails with the 8am domain and will never ask for sensitive/personal data during the application process. All interviews take place over phone call, Zoom/Google Meet or in person. All offers are communicated verbally by our Talent Acquisition Specialists with a written offer letter as a follow up.
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Remote job
Key Responsibilities
Conduct End-to-End User Research Studies: Plan and execute user research using various methods such as interviews, usability testing, surveys, focus groups, and field studies. Be able to identify research needs, set research objectives, determine the best research method, coordinate prototype delivery with design, study session guide, study moderation, and reporting.
Analyze Data: Synthesize both qualitative and quantitative data to generate actionable insights that will inform product design and strategy.
Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with Product Managers, Designers, Engineers, and other stakeholders to define research objectives and provide insights that guide decision-making.
Create Research Deliverables: Document and present research findings clearly and effectively through reports, presentations, user personas, and user journey maps.
Identify User Pain Points: Continuously monitor and evaluate user feedback, usage data, and behavior to identify areas of improvement and innovation.
Develop Research Strategy: Contribute to developing a long-term research strategy, identifying opportunities for future research based on business needs and user goals.
Support Usability Testing: Conduct usability tests to validate design concepts and help optimize the user experience.
Advocate for the needs of the customer: Consult on best practices and UX standards.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
5+ years of experience in UX research, preferably in a digital product environment.
Strong knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods.
Experience with research tools such as Maze, User Interviews, User Testing, Optimal Workshop, Hotjar, or others.
Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, SPSS, Tableau, Dovetail).
Strong communication skills with the ability to present findings to diverse stakeholders.
A user-centered mindset with a passion for improving the user experience.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with A/B testing and other experimental research methods.
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
Experience working on mobile, web, or other digital products.
Knowledge of UI/UX design principles and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma).
Compensation, Benefits and Duration
Minimum Compensation: USD 44,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 154,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post
Auto-ApplyCybersecurity Researcher
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Role: Cybersecurity Researcher Compensation: $175K - $225K + ~0.1% equity Visa: Sponsorship available for all visa types
Company
An early-stage cybersecurity startup (founded 2024) operating in stealth mode. The company has raised $25M in funding and currently employs about 20 people. Backed by top-tier investors, the startup is building advanced security solutions at the intersection of applied research and product development.
Role Overview
This role sits at the cutting edge of cybersecurity R&D. As a Cybersecurity Researcher, you'll combine deep research expertise with hands-on engineering skills to design and implement novel approaches to securing systems and infrastructure. The position blends applied research with practical engineering, giving you a direct impact on shaping new security technologies.
Tech Environment
Primary Language: Python
Focus Areas: Applied research, threat detection, system security, and vulnerability analysis
Role Types: Research Scientist & Applied Research, Security Engineer
Culture & Workstyle
Small, highly technical team (~20 employees)
Flexible work policy (on-site South Bay or fully remote)
High-impact environment with direct contributions to product direction and security innovation
Benefits & Perks
Competitive base salary
Equity (~0.1%)
Visa sponsorship available
Opportunity to own projects end-to-end in a fast-growing startup
Fast Facts
Founded: 2024
Funding: $25M
Team Size: 20
Industry: Cybersecurity
Stage: Stealth, early growth with strong investor backing
Applied Research Lead, Language
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We are a global AI research and technology company focused on building Universal Simulation systems. The research we are doing and the tools we are building are maturing rapidly and are quickly becoming the foundation for how we will all soon approach making anything. From images to videos, scripted media to documentaries, graphic design to architecture, interactive games to social media, new forms of learning and the future of entertainment itself. Everyone will be empowered to make anything. There will no longer be any barriers to entry.
Our team consists of creative, open minded, caring and ambitious people who are determined to change the world. We aspire to continuously build impossible things and our ability to do so relies on building an incredible team. If you are driven to do the same, we'd love to hear from you.
About the role
*Open to hiring remote across North America and Europe - we also have offices in NYC, San Francisco, Seattle, London, and Tel Aviv
We're looking for a Sr. Applied Research Scientist to lead efforts in building large language models and vision language models that power Runway's research and tools, with a focus on multimodal capabilities and reasoning. This role is for someone who has a strong background building impactful and novel machine learning projects, has strong software engineering skills, and is deeply interested in seeing their research materialize in novel user interfaces for creative tasks.
What you'll need
4+ years of relevant ML engineering or research experience in language models
Very strong programming skills and ability to write clean and maintainable research code
Deep interest in building human-in-the-loop systems for creativity
Passion for seeing research through from initial conception to eventual application
Experience mentoring and teaching other researchers
Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills
Runway strives to recruit and retain exceptional talent from diverse backgrounds while ensuring pay equity for our team. Our salary ranges are based on competitive market rates for our size, stage and industry, and salary is just one part of the overall compensation package we provide.
There are many factors that go into salary determinations, including relevant experience, skill level and qualifications assessed during the interview process, and maintaining internal equity with peers on the team. The range shared below is a general expectation for the function as posted, but we are also open to considering candidates who may be more or less experienced than outlined in the job description. In this case, we will communicate any updates in the expected salary range.
Lastly, the provided range is the expected salary for candidates in the U.S. Outside of those regions, there may be a change in the range, which again, will be communicated to candidates.
Salary range: $280,000-$380,000
Working at Runway
Great things come from great teams. We'd love to hear from you.
We're committed to creating a space where our employees can bring their full selves to work and have equal opportunity to succeed. So regardless of race, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, origin, ability, age, veteran status, if joining this mission speaks to you, we encourage you to apply.
More about Runway
Research
Our AI Film Festival
Runway Studios
Our Behaviors and Company Mission
Towards a new media ecosystem with world simulators; $300m Series D funding
We're excited to be recognized as a best place to work Crain's | InHerSight | BuiltIn NYC | INC
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Job Description
We seek a highly skilled Grid Modeling Researcher dedicated to advancing the modeling, simulation, and analysis of electrical power grids. The successful candidate will engage in pioneering research, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and contribute to the development of next-generation grid technologies and optimization strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and enhance computational models to simulate electrical grid behavior, including load flow, stability, and reliability analyses.
Conduct research on grid modernization topics such as renewable integration, distributed energy resources, demand response, and smart grid technologies.
Analyze grid performance under various scenarios, including extreme weather events and high renewable penetration.
Validate and calibrate models using real-world data; maintain rigorous documentation of assumptions, methods, and results.
Prepare high-quality technical reports, research papers, and presentations for diverse audiences, including academic, regulatory, and industry stakeholders.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., data scientists, software engineers, policy analysts) to translate research insights into practical applications.
Stay abreast of emerging grid research, modeling tools, and industry best practices; contribute to thought leadership and continuous improvement efforts.
Qualifications:
Masters or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience in power system modeling, simulation, or analysis.
Proficiency with tools such as PSSE, PowerWorld, GridLAB-D, OpenDSS, MATPOWER, or equivalent platforms.
Strong programming skills (e.g., Python, MATLAB, R, Julia) and data analysis expertise.
Deep understanding of power system operations, grid stability mechanisms, and renewable energy integration challenges.
Excellent analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.
Compensation and Benefits:
Annual Salary Range: $110,000 - $140,000, commensurate with experience, education, and geographic location within the U.S.
Benefits Package (indicative):
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company matching
Generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick leave)
Professional development stipend for conferences, training, and certifications
Flexible remote work arrangements and potential coworking space support
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Cryptocurrency Quant Researcher
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A rapidly growing proprietary trading firm is in immediate need of a Senior Quant Researcher to join its team. You'll have the opportunity to gain a ton of visibility from senior stakeholders, as you'll be working closely with C-Suite professionals to help ensure that the firms's research efforts are second-to-none.
Responsibilities:
Spearhead the firm's quant research efforts
Collaborate with and manage a team of quants
Perform hands-on quant research and large scale data analysis of the crypto markets
Complete full-cycle research projects
Requirements:
10+ years of experience in traditional quant finance
Experience in risk-management functions
Strong understanding of the digital assets market
Impeccable programming skills
Problem-solving mindset and entrepreneurial spirit
The role can sit in Chicago, NYC, HK or London. Fully remote is possible in the US and/or Europe
Thank you for illuminating hiring with Quanta Search!
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Threat Researcher (AI)
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Come join the company that is reinventing cloud security and empowering businesses to thrive in the cloud. As the fastest-growing startup ever, Wiz is on a mission to help organizations secure cloud environments that will accelerate their businesses. Trusted by security teams all over the world, we have a proven track record of success and a culture that values world-class talent.
Our Wizards from over 20 countries work together to protect the infrastructure of our hundreds of customers, including over 50% of the Fortune 100, who trust us to scan and secure over 230 billion files daily. We're the leading player in a massive and growing market, but it's still early enough for you to make a significant impact. At Wiz, you'll have the freedom to think creatively, dream big, and use your full range of skills to contribute to our record growth. Come join our team and help us create secure cloud environments that allow the best companies to move faster.
SUMMARY
We're looking for a talented Threat Researcher (AI) to join our team and play a critical role in Wiz's foundational, risk-driven approach to cloud security. This role requires deep technical research into complex cloud- and AI-native environments to identify the most significant, unaddressed risks.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Conduct deep technical research to discover and report novel risks and attack vectors specific to modern cloud and AI-native architectures and systems.
Discover and articulate the highest unaddressed risk areas, working with Product and Engineering teams to translate research into product capabilities.
Define necessary foundational product capabilities by delivering both compelling proofs of risk (demonstrating impact) and technical POCs (showing how to solve it).
Work closely with Product and Engineering teams to ensure comprehensive risk coverage and support the investigation of new and complex product scope.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
5+ years of hands-on experience in security or security research, specifically relevant to modern cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure, Kubernetes, etc.).
Strong hands-on skills with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Go) for automation and research, as well as query languages (e.g., KQL, SQL) for efficient data analysis of security telemetry.
Proven ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and drive complex, multi-quarter research projects from initial concept through to clear, delivered impact.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of successfully collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g Product, Engineering, Marketing) to achieve shared goals.
ADVANTAGE
Specialized knowledge or research experience in AI security, focusing on risks to AI as deployed in the enterprise.
Experience in public-facing work, such as presenting at recognized industry conferences, authoring technical blog posts, or publishing research.
Experience conducting data-driven research and working with large-scale security telemetry to derive statistically significant or high-impact findings.
Benefits
Wiz offers a competitive package of benefits and programs to support you and your family. Below provides a description of our current benefits for employees in the US. Specific benefits may vary by location.
Health & Welfare Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Home Office Setup reimbursement
Flexible Spending Accounts
Monthly Connectivity reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Financial Benefits
Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance
Life & Accident Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (with employer match)
Time Off
Flexible paid time off + 11 paid holidays
Paid leave programs, including parental, pregnancy health, medical and bereavement leave
Compensation
Starting compensation will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to, the candidate's job-related experience, skills and geographic location. Your Talent Partner can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
This role is eligible to participate in Wiz's equity plan and may also include incentive compensation.
The annual base salary range for this full-time position is listed below.
US Base Pay Range$160,000-$220,000 USD
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the country where the position is based, without the need for visa sponsorship. This role does not offer visa sponsorship.
Wiz is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Wiz will process your personal data in accordance with Wiz's Privacy Policy.
Auto-ApplyWeb Browser Researcher
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Fingerprint empowers developers to stop online fraud at the source.
We work on turning radical new ideas in the fraud detection space into reality. Our products are developer-focused and our clients range from solo developers to publicly traded companies. We are a globally dispersed, 100% remote company with a strong open-source focus. Our flagship open-source project is FingerprintJS (20K stars on GitHub).
We have raised $77M and are backed by Craft Ventures (previously invested in Tesla, Facebook, Airbnb ), Nexus Venture Partners (previously invested in Postman, Apollo.io, MinIO, Druva) and Uncorrelated Ventures (previously invested in Redis, Rollbar & Gradle).
We have noticed a rise in recruiting impersonations across the industry, where scammers attempt to access candidates' personal and financial information through fake interviews and offers. All Fingerprint recruiting email communications will always come from ******************** domain. Any outreach claiming to be from Fingerprint via other sources should be ignored.
Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and inquisitive Web Browser Researcher to enhance the accuracy and stability of Fingerprint's core products, including device identification and bot detection. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about JavaScript, Web APIs, and web security concepts, with a strong background in reverse engineering and browser automation.
Responsibilities:
Conduct in-depth research on innovative techniques for device identification and bot detection in modern web browsers.
Explore and analyze existing browser technologies to identify new detection opportunities.
Develop research tools to validate hypotheses and enhance detection capabilities.
Document and share valuable insights regarding web platform security, automation techniques, and browser mechanics with the team.
Take ownership of research initiatives, demonstrating autonomy in ambiguous and evolving environments.
Drive the full research lifecycle-from ideation to validation-before handing off implementation to the dedicated engineering team.
Must-Have Skills:
Strong understanding of web platform technologies, web security, and networking fundamentals.
Proficiency in JavaScript and familiarity with browser internals.
Hands-on experience with reverse engineering JavaScript, including deobfuscation and bot automation techniques.
Solid grasp of internet security, privacy mechanisms, and detection evasion strategies.
Proven ability to conduct independent, complex research and present findings effectively.
High level of personal ownership, autonomy, and initiative.
Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal).
Preferred Qualifications:
Expertise in bot detection techniques and countering advanced evasion strategies.
Proven contributions to Chromium, Firefox, or WebKit bug trackers.
Open-source contributions related to web security, bot detection, or browser technologies.
Familiarity with backend development, particularly in Golang (Go).
Our Tech Stack:
Frontend: TypeScript
Backend: Golang
Infrastructure: AWS (Elastic Beanstalk, DynamoDB)
As a Web Browser Researcher at Fingerprint, you will work on cutting-edge technology, directly influencing the evolution of our core products. We foster an environment of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, and we're eager to welcome a dynamic and self-motivated researcher to our team.
If you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of web platform research, we encourage you to apply today!
We have noticed a rise in recruiting impersonations across the industry, where scammers attempt to access candidates' personal and financial information through fake interviews and offers. All Fingerprint recruiting email communications will always come from ******************** domain. Any outreach claiming to be from Fingerprint via other sources should be ignored.
Offers vary depending on, but not limited to, relevant experience, education, certifications/licenses, skills, training, and market conditions.
Due to regulatory and security reasons, there's a small number of countries where we cannot have Fingerprint teammates based. Additionally, because Fingerprint is an all-remote company and people can join our workforce from almost any country, we do not sponsor visas. Fingerprint teammates need to be authorized to work from their home location.
We are dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment for everyone. We embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to our workplace. Fingerprint strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront in helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace. We highly encourage people from underrepresented groups in tech to apply.
If you are applying as a resident of California, please read our CCPA notice here
If you are applying as a resident of the EU, please read our GDPR notice here
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We are currently seeking a Deep Learning Researcher. You have stumbled upon a gem in Deep Learning vacancies. A place to put to use your hard-earned experience and show some state-of-the-art work in a highly competitive environment where all your skills will be put to test.
Feel free to go through the details and learn more from our recruitment team.
What You'll Be Doing:
The team you'll join is working on developing solutions based on DL with state-of-the-art performance in terms of accuracy/speed/scalability.
We expect you to have proficient skills in ML, in particular in one of Deep Learning domains.
What We Look For In You:
Proficient knowledge in one of Deep Learning domains (CV, NLP, TimeSeries, Audio, etc.)
Experience in development scalable and reproducible ML pipelines
Competency in conducting experiments to facilitate rapid iterations and validate hypotheses
Nice-to-have:
Top ranks in competitions with prizes and objective metrics (Kaggle, TopCoder, DrivenData, etc.)
Experience in Time Series tasks
Why Should You Join Our Team?
Great challenges with fast feedback loops
A welcoming group of highly qualified international professionals
Cutting-edge hardware and technology
Work remotely from anywhere in the world
Access any of our global offices anytime
Flexible schedule
40 paid days off
Competitive salary
Auto-ApplyAI Researcher - Part-Time (20 hrs/week)
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We're building something ambitious at ZetaChain: the first universal blockchain and AI platform that connects everything-Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and more-while pioneering in the GenAI space. We're backed by top investors, live on mainnet, and building the future of blockchain and AI technology. If you're excited about working on big, meaningful problems with a world-class team, you're in the right place.
About the Role
ZetaChain is seeking a part-time AI Researcher to lead high-impact, applied research projects that combine AI, blockchain, and cross-chain interoperability. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a startup environment, is deeply curious, and can independently design, build, and run experiments from scratch.
You will explore cutting-edge directions in generative AI, large language models (LLMs), and agent-based systems - taking ideas from concept to prototype - and collaborate closely with our engineering team to translate research breakthroughs into real-world applications.
What You'll Do
Formulate and execute small, high-leverage research projects aligned with our product roadmap (e.g., LLM evaluation, retrieval, agent systems, multimodal research).
Independently build and validate end-to-end prototypes - from data preparation and model fine-tuning to performance testing and delivering functional demos.
Design and run experimental pipelines autonomously, including setting up research environments and defining evaluation metrics.
Translate research outcomes into executable solutions, collaborating with engineering to integrate findings into production systems.
Stay current with the latest ML and generative AI research, pragmatically adapting state-of-the-art methods to real use cases.
Work directly with company leadership to align research directions with strategic initiatives and ensure tangible, real-world impact.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field (required).
3+ years of full-time, hands-on ML/AI research experience (academic or industry).
Demonstrated expertise or ongoing research in AI agents or generative AI.
Proficiency with PyTorch or JAX, and experience in fine-tuning, evaluation design, and LLM-powered agent experimentation.
Strong software engineering skills in Python, TypeScript, shell scripting, and cloud environments.
Fluency in English, both verbal and written.
Scrappy, self-sufficient, and comfortable working independently with minimal guidance.
Bonus Points
Proven track record: shipped models/agents, open-source projects, or publications.
Experiences with knowledge graph, search engine, information retrieval, natural language processing, multimodal AI.
Compensation
Base Salary: $60,000 - $90,000 (San Francisco benchmark, prorated for part-time)
This is a contract-to-conversion role, starting as a 3-month part-time contract (20 hrs/week) with the potential to transition into a longer-term or full-time position.
In addition to base compensation, this role includes token incentives, designed to align with the long-term success of the ZetaChain network. We believe in building together and sharing in the growth of the ecosystem.
Find out more about careers at ZetaChain and our Culture of Excellence.
Let's build the first Universal Blockchain together.
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SSV Labs is the core team behind the SSV Network - pioneering decentralized infrastructure for Ethereum staking. We're building tools, protocols, and standards to make staking more secure, scalable, and trustless.
Our flagship upgrade, SSV 2.0, brings that vision to life. It's a fully modular, next-gen staking layer that enables anyone to run validators with decentralized, non-custodial node operators. With built-in MEV support, advanced slashing protection, and performance at scale, SSV 2.0 is the foundation for Ethereum's future.
Why join our team?
We are a global team that are looking for people with diverse professional backgrounds to join and contribute their ideas and help in the company's success. You'll get to work in a transparent environment with the most innovative technologies, be constantly challenged and learn from like-minded professionals and leaders in the industry. We offer a platform for you to develop and achieve your career goals. We look forward to hearing from passionate, goal-oriented applicants ready to make their mark in the blockchain space.
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Blockchain Researcher to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be instrumental in researching, designing, and developing cutting-edge solutions for networking, protocol security, and scalability. You will have the opportunity to deep dive into various blockchain protocols, design Distributed Validator Technology (DVT) solutions, create simulations to test and validate these solutions, meticulously spec the protocol while considering all potential edge cases, and contribute to our blog with articles that make complex technical concepts accessible to a broader audience.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with the engineering team to spec and implement solutions, ensuring all potential edge cases are considered and addressed.
Code core functionalities of the protocol.
Create simulations to test, validate, and optimize protocol and network solutions.
Conduct comprehensive research on blockchain protocols, networking, and security to identify challenges and opportunities for innovation.
Design and develop robust, scalable, and secure solutions for protocol networking and security.
Contribute to the SSV Network blog by writing articles that explain complex blockchain technologies and our solutions in an accessible and engaging manner.
Stay abreast of the latest developments in blockchain technology and incorporate best practices into our solutions.
Contribute to the open-source community and participate in relevant discussions.
Work closely with the product and engineering teams to ensure the seamless integration of research findings and solutions into our products.
Your Experience & Qualifications:
Proven experience in blockchain technology, networking, and security.
Strong understanding of various consensus mechanisms.
Demonstrated ability to create simulations for testing and validating innovative blockchain technologies.
Knowledge of Blockchain Staking Protocols / specifically Ethereum - Huge Advantage
Knowledge of 2nd layer solutions for Ethereum.
Exceptional ability to spec protocols with a comprehensive consideration of all potential edge cases.
Master's degree or above in Computer Science, or a related field.
Proficiency in programming languages, specifically Go and Python, is an advantage.
Excellent writing skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts in an understandable and engaging manner for blog posts.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think analytically and creatively.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Self-motivated, with a passion for blockchain technology and a drive to continuously learn and innovate.
*We offer equal opportunities and ensure an inclusive recruitment for our global teams without consideration of race, gender, culture, or sexual orientation.
Auto-ApplySenior UX Research (Remote) #ESC9912
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What's in it for you?!
Join one of the most recognized names in tax preparation, serving millions of clients each year!
Robust training and continuing education.
Be part of a collaborative environment with clear processes, mentoring, and tools to succeed.
Long term contract!
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance available!
If that's you, let's talk!
Job Type : Contract
Location : Kansas City, Missouri
Pay : Great Pay!
Job Description
What you will be doing:
Drive continuous discovery for our onboarding experience across multiple digital product teams.
Shape user experiences through ongoing research and actionable insights.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to simplify financial decisions.
Co-create research plans and prioritize learning objectives with product teams.
Conduct weekly or bi-weekly moderated user interviews and usability tests using UserTesting.com or similar platforms.
Engage with a range of customer segments to validate concepts and uncover user needs.
Analyze and synthesize research findings into actionable insights and recommendations.
Deliver regular research summaries and next-step recommendations to stakeholders.
Advise on research priorities across multiple product teams, including web, mobile, AI-driven, and retail systems.
Support additional teams or initiatives as assigned.
Work closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure research is actionable and aligned with business goals.
Share findings within knowledge management systems and facilitate team learning.
Conduct usability testing of prototypes and live products (e.g., AI features, tax calculators, onboarding flows).
Validate concepts for new account creation and profile experiences.
Discover gaps and opportunities in financial health tools for key customer segments.
Validate future-state concepts for digital platforms.
Produce weekly or bi-weekly research synthesis reports.
Record moderated interviews and prepare summaries.
Provide actionable recommendations for product teams.
Document and share results with relevant stakeholders.
Participate in research planning and allow product teams to observe user interviews.
Share insights at the team level; executive presentations are not required.
Maintain a consistent cadence of user research and synthesis.
Engage effectively with stakeholders during research activities and deliverables.
Validate hypotheses and refine onboarding experiences.
Utilize tools such as UserTesting.com and Insights Engine provided by the company.
Collaborate with product teams for research planning and insight generation.
Report to the Director of the Customer Center of Excellence (or designee) with dotted-line alignment to the Director of Design for onboarding vision work.
Adapt to the evolving scope based on organizational needs.
Experience you will need:
Senior or Lead-level UX Researcher with 5-15 years of relevant experience.
Proficient with UserTesting.com or similar remote research tools.
Strong skills in generative research, interview moderation, and usability testing.
Experience balancing AI-driven and human-generated insights.
Excellent communicator and collaborator, able to work independently and with diverse teams.
Our client asked me to submit 3 great people within the next few days. We work directly with the hiring manager and can arrange interviews within a few days
Elina Sindhu
#INDEH123
UX/UI Researcher and Designer
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Berklee's Pre-College, Online, and Professional Programs (POPP) division, which serves over 30,000 students from more than 140 countries, is seeking an exceptional and action-oriented UX/UI Researcher and Designer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to use your research expertise and design systems knowledge to shape digital experiences for our global student base. Your ability to translate user insights into scalable design solutions will directly support Berklee's commitment to accessible, innovative education. At Berklee, your work directly supports the next generation of creative leaders.
About the Role & Responsibilities
You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining cohesive design standards, conducting user research, and creating design solutions that enhance the usability and accessibility of the Berklee POPP websites, digital learning platforms, and new product initiatives. Your work will ensure consistency across all digital touchpoints while maintaining a strong focus on user-centered design and accessibility. You'll collaborate with designers, developers, and product managers to deliver optimal experiences for students, instructors, and staff worldwide.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct user research including usability testing, interviews, surveys, and behavioral analysis to identify user needs and design improvement opportunities.
* Create and maintain scalable design systems including component libraries, interaction guidelines, and comprehensive documentation.
* Establish and maintain design token architecture in Figma to ensure consistency and efficient design-to-development workflows.
* Ensure design components meet WCAG standards and support inclusive design practices through regular audits and improvements.
* Research and design prototype solutions that integrate emerging technologies, such as AI-powered features and adaptive learning systems.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, validate solutions, and ensure proper implementation of design components.
* Monitor and iterate on design system components based on user feedback and emerging technologies to maintain high-quality user experiences.
What You'll Bring
We are seeking an experienced designer with a passion for accessibility and user-centered design who thrives in collaborative environments and excels at translating complex research into actionable solutions.
Key Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in UX/UI Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
* 3-5 years of experience in UX/UI research and design systems development.
* Proficiency in Figma, including component creation, design tokens, and collaborative workflows.
* Strong understanding of accessibility principles (WCAG 2.1 AA, ARIA) and inclusive design practices.
* Experience conducting user research methodologies (usability testing, interviews, surveys, etc.).
* Proven experience developing and documenting comprehensive design systems and component libraries.
* Familiarity with AI-powered design tools and emerging technologies.
* Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, responsive design patterns, and basic knowledge of HTML/CSS.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Berklee Culture & Benefits
Berklee's mission is to educate, train, and develop the world's most inspired and innovative artists. You'll be part of a passionate, diverse, and global community dedicated to this mission-driven vision.
Here, you'll find:
* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
* Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
* Remote work environment
* Access to professional development resources and training.
* A collaborative and inclusive work culture that celebrates creativity, innovation, and diverse perspectives.
Join us in shaping the future of music education on a global scale!
Hiring Range: $90,000 to $107,000; salary dependent on relevant experience and education.
Please visit the Total Rewards page to learn more about the benefits of working at Berklee. Berklee is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:
We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at ************************ or call ************.
* Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*
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Staff
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The Researcher II in Dr. Brigitte Smith's Lab will play a key role in advancing outcomes-focused research within WiSOR by supporting projects that rely on large-scale informatics and data-sharing collaborations. This position is responsible for training individuals and groups on research protocols and specialized processes, as well as developing and implementing complex research methodologies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in informatics and “big data,” with demonstrated experience navigating projects that involve data sharing across organizations. A critical component of this role will be reviewing and editing protocols to ensure accuracy and consistency, along with interpreting and facilitating data use agreements. The successful candidate will serve as a bridge between researchers and technical experts, effectively communicating with data scientists and informatics specialists to ensure project needs are clearly understood and met. Strong project management and organizational skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently while balancing multiple priorities in a dynamic research environment.
This position is part-time, 50%
This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, co-authors publications, and disseminates information to appropriate entities
Develops and implements increasingly complex research methodologies, procedures, and criteria
Collects and analyzes increasingly complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures
Assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
Trains individuals and groups on equipment operations, research protocols, and techniques within a specialized laboratory or research area
Reviews and edits protocols to ensure accuracy, thoroughness, and consistency
Department:
School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Surgery, WiSOR
The Wisconsin Department of Surgery is one of the leading surgical programs in the nation, excelling in patient care, surgical education, and surgical research. We are composed of more than 130 full-time faculty across 10 divisions and nearly 200 additional staff who support our mission. Our surgeons perform almost 20,000 operations per year for pediatric and adult patients. Training the next generation of surgeons and clinician-scientists is integral in our department, with more than 100 residents and fellows trained each year. The department is consistently among the top surgery programs with extramural research funding, ranking seventh nationally in NIH funding over the last 10 years.
The Wisconsin Surgical Outcomes Research Program (WiSOR) is seeking a Researcher II to join our rapidly growing program. WiSOR is a health services research program within the Department of Surgery with approximately 20 faculty and 25 research staff. WiSOR supports a wide variety of outcomes-focused research, including health care disparities research, comparative effectiveness research, patterns of care, and performance and safety in surgical care.
Compensation:
The starting salary for the position is $60,000; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications:
-Project management experience
-Background in informatics and data management
-Experience on projects requiring data sharing across organizations
Education:
Master's Degree Required
How to Apply:
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Fabric by Gerber Life, the one-stop shop for parents to secure their family's financial futures, is looking for a Senior UX Researcher. Acquired by Western & Southern in 2022, we have the backing of a 130+ year-old company, balanced with the culture and velocity of a startup. This role will report to the VP of Design and Brand.
We're looking for a Senior UX Researcher who's eager to shape how our company learns from its customers and uses those insights to guide strategy. Our research function is young and ready to grow-we need someone who can help take it to the next level. Your work will uncover what truly matters to our users, turning those insights into direction for product, design, and business teams while helping us deliver better experiences and stronger results. This role is 100% remote.
Role & responsibilities
Lead end-to-end research initiatives, from scoping to delivery, using both qualitative and quantitative methods.
Define and lead research programs that help craft a clear user narrative at different decision states, to drive product initiatives and prioritization.
Inform roadmap prioritization and validate high-cost initiatives before engineering investment.
Elevate organizational research maturity by embedding research into the product roadmap and establishing repeatable research frameworks and knowledge repositories.
What you bring:
5+ years of experience in UX research or related fields, with a proven record of delivering insights that drive product strategy.
A self-starter mindset with strong analytical and critical-thinking skills; you can break complex problems into focused, actionable research questions.
Experience as a key member of a design/product team participating in the development lifecycle of successfully launched products.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills; you can clearly articulate your research and recommendations to stakeholders, and influence multi-disciplinary teams and partners across the organization.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment and adapt to evolving priorities.
Experience managing multiple projects and prioritizing work that has the greatest business and user impact.
The base salary range for this position is estimated to be between $132,000-170,000 annually. Please note this range reflects base salary only, and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Your salary will be determined by various factors, including relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, and other business needs.
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