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Senior UX Researcher
Tcwglobal
User experience researcher job in Tustin, CA
Full Time
Onsite, Tustin, CA
$120k-140k/yr DOE
100% Paid Benefits for You and Family!
Health & Wellness Consumer Products
We are a portfolio company behind category-leading health and wellness brands. Chances are you've already experienced our products, whether it's a air purifier in your living room or an air fryer helping you cook healthier meals at home.
We're a fast-growing, design-driven organization with global reach and a strong track record of innovation. Our products have earned recognition from CES Innovation Awards, iF Design, IGA, and Red Dot, and we're continuing to invest in people who want to shape the future of consumer health and wellness through thoughtful, evidence-driven design.
Why This Role Matters
As a Senior UX Researcher, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping product strategy and userexperience across multiple product lines. This is a highly visible role with the opportunity to influence what we build, why we build it, and how we measure success.
You'll lead end-to-end research-from foundational discovery through iterative evaluation-while helping evolve our research practice into a scalable, durable capability. Partnering closely with Product, Design, Engineering, and Marketing, you'll ensure user insights meaningfully inform roadmaps, design decisions, and business outcomes.
We're looking for a seasoned researcher who is equally comfortable uncovering deep human insights and translating them into clear, actionable guidance that drives impact.
Portfolio required (case studies demonstrating research thinking, execution, and impact).
What You'll Do
Lead Strategic, End-to-End Research
Own and execute foundational, generative, and evaluative research across multiple product lines.
Apply mixed methods (qualitative and quantitative) to uncover user needs, motivations, behaviors, and pain points.
Design research to address key product risks: value, usability, feasibility, and viability.
Synthesize findings into compelling narratives and actionable insights that inform strategy, design decisions, and measurable outcomes.
Balance deep discovery with lean, iterative testing to support agile product development and continuous learning.
Build and Scale Research Operations
Strengthen research infrastructure, including participant panels, consent workflows, and documentation practices.
Develop reusable frameworks, templates, and toolkits to improve research efficiency and consistency.
Evolve and maintain a research repository that enables knowledge sharing and long-term organizational learning.
Establish standards for insight tagging, storage, and discoverability to reduce duplication and maximize research impact.
Influence Through Collaboration
Partner with Product, Design, Engineering, and Marketing to define user-centered goals and success metrics.
Embed research insights into product strategy, prioritization, and roadmap planning.
Communicate findings clearly and confidently to cross-functional partners and executive stakeholders.
Advocate for user empathy and evidence-based decision-making across the organization.
What You Bring
Bachelor's or Master's degree in HCI, Psychology, Anthropology, or a related field.
5+ years of UX or product researchexperience, ideally in consumer technology, health, wellness, or connected devices.
Demonstrated success leading end-to-end research from discovery through validation and post-launch evaluation.
Strong command of mixed methods research (interviews, usability testing, surveys, diary studies, field research).
Exceptional synthesis, storytelling, and stakeholder communication skills.
Experience supporting beta programs and working within agile product teams.
Nice to Have
Experience with tools such as UserTesting, Dovetail, Figma, Quantilope, or similar research and repository platforms.
Experience collaborating with international or distributed teams.
Comfort with rapid experimentation and iterative testing.
Background or strong interest in health, wellness, or behavioral science.
Curious, adaptable, and self-directed; thrives in a fast-moving, growth-oriented environment.
$120k-140k yearly 3d ago
Research Leader
Avasant 4.1
User experience researcher job in El Segundo, CA
Background
Avasant is a Los Angeles, California-based top management consulting, advisory and analyst firm providing strategic sourcing, IT and business transformation, and global strategy services to the global Fortune 1000. Since 2006, we have negotiated over $250B in deals and operate in over 50 countries. The firm has been recognized as "World's Best Outsourcing Advisor" by the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals (IAOP) for fourteen consecutive years. In 2020, we were also recognized as one of the top five industry analyst firms by the Institute of Industry Analyst Relations (IIAR). Learn more at ********************
Avasant Research is an industry-leading voice and regularly publishes syndicated research reports and market points of view to help end‑user organizations, technology services providers, and product vendors understand the rapidly changing technology and business landscape and make data‑driven, informed decisions. Our industry analysts are regularly quoted in the media, including global publications. Our research is subscribed to and read by thousands of executives across end‑user organizations, PE/investment companies, consulting firms, service providers, and product vendors. To see our portfolio of published research and to know more, please visit here.
Role
As a Research Leader within Avasant Research, you will manage a multi‑themed technology data and research program while also developing into an industry‑acknowledged analyst.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Represent the firm and share point of view around digital technologies (blockchain, intelligent automation, artificial intelligence, internet of things, cloud, etc.) and their applications in various industries (healthcare, life sciences, education, manufacturing, etc.) in external conferences, boardroom presentations, industry events, media, and public videos.
Engage with senior leadership teams and CXOs of Global 2000 enterprises, service providers, tech product and platform companies in the digital technologies space to advise them around future roadmaps and strategies.
Own the development and delivery of an annual research agenda comprising multiple research products (in‑depth market reports, white papers, point‑of‑view notes, webinars, custom reports, etc.). While this includes leading a rapidly growing industry analyst team, the role also includes significant writing to be done directly by the candidate.
Conduct in‑depth research by directly participating in briefings and in‑person discussions with practice and business leaders (including CXOs) at service providers, tech products, and platform companies.
Establish innovative research processes, methodologies, and frameworks for structuring and analyzing the data to develop impactful insights at a quality that is repeatable and continually improved.
Deliver exceptional project management while leading a lean and diversified team, contributing to the overall strategic direction of the research practice.
Engage with the industry ecosystem comprising technology buyers, service providers, technology firms, research consumers, and others directly.
Design surveys to provide data behind the firm's publications.
Critically review and provide feedback on reports written by other analysts and contributors.
Support the sales team by responding to inquiries from current and potential customers.
Represent the company in responding to press inquiries, for attribution.
Build relationships with subject matter experts to aid in the development of new research coverage.
Requirements
MBA or equivalent from Tier 1 institutes. 8-16 years of experience in research, strategy, or consulting domains.
Candidates with significant experience with Big 4 or other strategy consulting firms. Previous work with leading tech industry analyst firms will be an advantage.
Significant exposure and interest in emerging technologies, with an inherent curiosity to analyze how they will impact the world.
Familiarity with business IT topics such as enterprise software, application development, business intelligence, cloud computing, security, data management, or networking.
Strong aspiration to be known as an independent and respected industry voice in the technology space.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills - both written and verbal (English). Experience in writing to publication deadlines.
Experience in survey design and best practices for ensuring quality of response data.
Strong analytical and reasoning skills.
Strong sense of ownership and adherence to quality and timelines.
Exceptional quantitative and data interpretation skills.
What Avasant Offers
Entrepreneurial environment, with the ability to lead and drive new initiatives to further personal and organizational goals.
International exposure and a chance to work with global clients, including some of the largest multinationals.
Training and mentoring on the latest business and sector practices based on market requirements.
Opportunity to work with and learn from an international team of industry specialists.
Focused programs for career development, including funding of industry certifications and skill development programs.
Dynamic and multicultural work environment.
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$79k-111k yearly est. 2d ago
AI Researcher
Western Digital Corp 4.4
User experience researcher job in Irvine, CA
Western Digital creates technologies that power the world's data infrastructure. From advanced storage solutions to intelligent data systems, we enable customers, businesses, and partners to unlock the full potential of their data. Across our Sales and Marketing organization, we continue to innovate, streamline operations, and accelerate growth through modern analytics and AI-driven automation.
We are seeking an AI Researcher who will evaluate how artificial intelligence can improve processes, reduce operational costs, generate additional revenue opportunities, and enhance productivity across the Sales and Marketing organization. This is a research-focused role, not a developer position. The AI Researcher will analyze current workflows, tools, and data usage patterns, identify opportunities for AI-driven impact, and advise internal engineering and development teams on which solutions should be prioritized for implementation.
The ideal candidate blends strategic thinking, technical understanding, and business acumen. They will research new AI techniques, assess feasibility, map processes, calculate ROI, and propose clear, actionable recommendations that enable developers and systems teams to build the highest-value solutions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Conduct research on AI and machine learning capabilities that can support Sales and Marketing goals such as cost reduction, lead generation, funnel optimization, and workflow automation
* Analyze current organizational processes and identify high-ROI opportunities for AI intervention
* Evaluate and score potential automation or optimization projects based on feasibility, cost, impact, and data readiness
* Partner closely with developers, analysts, and system owners to translate research findings into actionable system enhancements
* Create research briefs, business cases, and recommendation documents for leadership
* Propose frameworks for automated lead scoring, customer segmentation, predictive insights, content generation workflows, and marketing efficiency improvements
* Evaluate vendor AI tools, platforms, and integrations; compare build vs buy recommendations
* Develop a roadmap for AI adoption within Sales and Marketing, aligning with business priorities and budget constraints
* Stay current on industry trends, LLM advancements, AI-driven marketing technologies, and competitive benchmarks
* Conduct ethical and risk assessments for any proposed AI solution, ensuring alignment with security and compliance standards
What Success Looks Like
* Identifying high-value opportunities that result in meaningful cost savings or efficiency gains
* Providing clear, actionable, and prioritized recommendations to developers
* Delivering research that accelerates WD's AI adoption and supports organizational decision-making
* Creating a scalable and repeatable evaluation framework for future AI initiatives
Qualifications
REQUIRED
* Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Applied Math, Business Analytics, or related field
* 5+ years of experience in AI research, marketing analytics, sales operations research, or similar roles
SKILLS
* Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including the ability to model savings, revenue lift, and efficiency gains
* Familiarity with AI technologies including LLMs, GenAI platforms, embeddings, RAG systems, and marketing automation tools
* Comfortable evaluating AI workflows, APIs, and vendor features to assess feasibility
* Excellent understanding of Sales and Marketing processes including funnel analytics, lead generation, audience segmentation, and campaign optimization
* Strong documentation and communication abilities; able to translate research insights for non-technical stakeholders
* Ability to partner cross-functionally with product managers, developers, and business leaders
PREFERRED
* Experience working in a Sales, Marketing, or E-Commerce environment
* Exposure to Adobe Marketing ecosystem (Analytics, Target, Marketo), Salesforce, or similar platforms
* Prior involvement in cost-optimization programs or operational efficiency projects
* Experience developing business cases or ROI analyses for technical investments
* Understanding of data governance, AI ethics, and responsible AI practices
Additional Information
Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person's gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person's assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here.
Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.
Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 2/25/2026 (3 months from posting), although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline. If we are not able to hire someone from this role before the application deadline, we will update this posting with a new anticipated application deadline.
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Compensation & Benefits Details
* An employee's pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills, ability, knowledge of the job; (3) performance, contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6) internal and external equity; and (7) business and organizational needs.
* The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California, Colorado, New York or remote jobs that can be performed in California, Colorado and New York. This range may be modified in the future.
* If your position is non-exempt, you are eligible for overtime pay pursuant to company policy and applicable laws. You may also be eligible for shift differential pay, depending on the shift to which you are assigned.
* You will be eligible to be considered for bonuses under either Western Digital's Short Term Incentive Plan ("STI Plan") or the Sales Incentive Plan ("SIP") which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance, depending on your role and your performance. You may be eligible to participate in our annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program, which consists of restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents, pursuant to the terms of the LTI plan. Please note that not all roles are eligible to participate in the LTI program, and not all roles are eligible for equity under the LTI plan. RSU awards are also available to eligible new hires, subject to Western Digital's Standard Terms and Conditions for Restricted Stock Unit Awards.
* We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program; employee stock purchase plan; and the Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan.
* Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Western Digital Ethics Helpline or email ******************.
$128k-177k yearly est. 31d ago
Senior UX Researcher
Vesync
User experience researcher job in Tustin, CA
Job DescriptionThe Company: VeSync is a portfolio company with brands that cover different categories of health & wellness products. We wouldn't be surprised if you have one of our Levoit air purifiers in your living room or a COSORI air fryer whipping up healthy and delicious meals for you every night.
We're a young and energetic company, we've had tremendous success, and we are constantly growing our team. As we garner more industry attention - just check out our accomplishments and awards by CES Innovation, iF Design, IGA, and Red Dot - we also need driven and talented people to join our team.
That brings us to you, and what you'll be joining. Our teams are smart and diligent and take ownership of their work - they're confident in their work but know how to collaborate with open ears and a spirit of learning. If you're down-to-earth, approachable, and easy to strike up a conversation with, this may be a great fit for you.
Check out our brands:levoit.com \u007C cosori.com \u007C etekcity.com
The Opportunity:
We're seeking a Senior UX Researcher to lead end-to-end research that shapes product strategy, informs design decisions, and deepens our understanding of user needs across multiple product lines. In this role, you'll drive mixed-methods research from foundational discovery to rapid, iterative testing-to uncover motivations, pain points, and opportunities that guide measurable product and business outcomes.
You'll also play a key role in strengthening research operations by building scalable systems, improving documentation, and evolving a robust research repository that elevates insight quality and accessibility across the organization. As a cross-functional partner, you'll work closely with Product, Design, Engineering, and Marketing to embed user empathy into strategy, influence roadmaps, and cultivate a culture centered on continuous learning and evidence-based decision-making.
Applicants must include a portfolio of their work when applying.
What you will do at VeSync:
1. Lead End-to-End Research• Plan, execute, and synthesize foundational, generative, and evaluative research across multiple product lines.• Use mixed methods (qualitative and quantitative) to uncover user needs, motivations, and friction points.• Design studies that address key product risks - value, usability, feasibility, and viability• Translate findings into clear, actionable insights that guide strategic decisions and measurable outcomes.• Balance deep research with lean, iterative testing to support product agility and continuous learning.
2. Strengthen Research Operations• Maintain and enhance the participant panel, consent workflows, and research documentation systems.• Develop reusable research frameworks, templates, and toolkits to make research more efficient and consistent.• Evolve a research repository that promotes knowledge sharing and long-term organizational learning.• Establish standards for insight tagging, storage, and discoverability to reduce duplication and scale research impact.
3. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication• Partner with Product, Design, Engineering, and Marketing to define user-centered goals and success metrics.• Integrate research insights into product strategy and roadmap prioritization.• Present insights clearly to executive and cross-functional audiences, influencing both product and business direction.• Champion user empathy and customer-centric culture across the organization.What you bring to the role:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Psychology, Anthropology, or a related field.
5+ years of UX or product researchexperience, ideally in consumer tech, wearable, or health/wellness domains.
Proven success conducting end-to-end research from discovery through validation and post-launch evaluation.
Expertise in mixed methods research (interviews, usability testing, surveys, diary studies, fieldwork).
Strong synthesis, storytelling, and stakeholder communication skills.
Experience supporting beta programs in agile environments.
Preferred Skills:
Proficiency with tools like UserTesting, Dovetail, Figma, Quantilope, or similar research/repository platforms.
Experience working with international or multilingual teams; communicates with empathy and clarity across time zones and cultures.
Comfortable with rapid, iterative product testing and evidence-driven experimentation.
Background or interest in health, wellness, or behavioral science.
Highly motivated, adaptable, and curious - thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Location:
This is an on-site, office-based role in Tustin, CA.
Salary:
Starting at $120K Annually
Perks and Benefits:
100% covered Medical/Dental/Vision insurances for employee AND spouse + dependents!
401K with 4% employer match (eligible after 90 days of employment) and immediate 100% vesting
Generous PTO policy + paid holidays
Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Critical Illness Coverage
Accident Insurance
Healthcare FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Travel Assistance Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fully stocked kitchen
$120k yearly 8d ago
UX Researcher
Artech Information System 4.8
User experience researcher job in Pasadena, CA
Artech is the 10th Largest IT Staffing Company in the US, according to Staffing Industry Analysts' 2012 annual report. Artech provides technical expertise to fill gaps in clients' immediate skill-sets availability, deliver emerging technology skill-sets, refresh existing skill base, allow for flexibility in project planning and execution phases, and provide budgeting/financial flexibility by offering contingent labor as a variable cost.
Job Role: UX Researcher
Job Location:
Pasadena, CA
Duration: 12+ months (might convert to FTE)
Job Description:
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Researches the user requirements and process flow of the websites.
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The UserExperienceResearcher will be primarily responsible for designing, conducting, analyzing, and reporting on user-centered design research and usability testing for the website, including identification of user needs and goals, task and workflow modeling, ethnography and persona development as well as rapid iterative usability testing, and more formal, in-depth testing.
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A successful UserExperienceResearcher must be able to work with minimal supervision on multiple concurrent projects.
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Conduct usability research both online and in the field and provide recommendations for improvement.
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Serve as a member of a team that acts as a 'repository' of research-based usability knowledge.
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Work with project business representatives and team members to test business requirements using heuristic/qualitative methods.
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Determine user needs by conducting task-focused analyses.
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Work with graphic designers to test proposed look & feel initiatives.
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Coordinate, conduct and moderate usability tests and prepare written analysis.
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Understand how ethnography and personas influence and form the basis of in-depth user requirements and iterative product creations and the evaluation of those design solutions.
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Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following research methods: in-field research, HCI (human-computer interaction), usability testing, participatory design, in-production a/b testing, expert evaluation, or web data analytics (conversion analysis)
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Familiarity with quantitatively driven testing practices and a/b testing tools such as Adobe Target, Adobe Analytics or Google Analytics.
Required Experience:
Minimum of 2-3 years leading and conducting userresearch studies
Preferred Experience:
4+ years leading and conducting userresearch studies in interactive/digital marketing, testing and influencing userexperience on consumer-facing, heavy transactional products within a large organization
Required Education:
Bachelors or advanced certification along with practical business experience in userresearch testing and data analysis
Top 3-5 Daily Responsibilities:
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Conduct usability research both in-lab, online and in the field and provide recommendations for improvement.
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Serve as a member of a team that acts as a 'repository' of research-based usability knowledge.
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Work with project business representatives and team members to test business requirements using heuristic/qualitative methods.
Top 3-5 Required Skills:
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Ability to combine quantitative metrics and qualitative feedback into actionable improvements
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Coordinate, conduct and moderate usability tests and prepare written analysis.
Additional Information
For more information, Please contact
Shubham Rastogi
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$106k-146k yearly est. Easy Apply 13h ago
User Experience Researcher
Futurewave Systems 3.8
User experience researcher job in San Dimas, CA
Founded in 2006, Futurewave Systems is a minority owned boutique, STAFFING & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PROVIDER headquartered in Atlanta, GA. We are a GLOBAL NETWORK of proven industry professionals demonstrating the fastest fulfillment rate of high tech professionals for Fortune 500 Companies.
Job Description
The UserResearcher works closely with UX Designers and Project Stakeholders to propose and conduct userresearch activities consisting of Strategic and Tactical studies.
The Userresearcher is responsible for coordinating, planning, executing, and reporting on UserExperienceResearch activities across numerous ADP products, services and platforms.
These activities include, but are not limited to task-based testing, card sorting, surveys, focus groups, 1:1 interviews, task analysis, field and crowd sourcing, remote moderated testing, remote unmoderated testing, prototype testing, persona creation/evolution/weighting, recruiting, etc. across platforms and user groups for complex web and mobile applications.
This individual, working closely with stakeholders, identifies the appropriate userexperienceresearch methods/activities for each project and is responsible for designing, planning, conducting, and communicating results of related research studies at all organizational levels with the highest quality.
The UserResearcher also investigates and evaluates UserExperienceResearch trends in the industry and communicates recommendations to the enterprise team aimed at enhancing UX processes, incorporating new or innovative ideas, increasing research velocity/value/efficacy and/or recommending new methodologies and tools as appropriate.
This individual acts as an internal UX Research consultant, providing expert guidance on userexperienceresearch to Development, Product Management and other stakeholders in order to ensure data driven / informed design.
The UserResearcher works in a multidisciplinary environment, and in a collaborative fashion, on userexperienceresearch activities throughout the software development lifecycle of applications with numerous research initiatives occurring concurrently.
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
Strong background in userexperienceresearch with software, web, B2B, B2C, and/or mobile applications leveraging usability techniques that include some or all of the following: iterative/formative discovery, remote usability testing, heuristic evaluation, task analysis, surveys, focus groups, persona definition, field research, crowd-sourcing, etc.
Experience with Morae, Qualtrics, Usuara, and /or iRise Studio and other research or prototyping tools is highly desirable. Knowledge and experience in Information Architecture, User Interface Design and Visual Design along with related best practices is also desirable. Experience and past success performing UX Research within an Agile SDLC is preferred.
Qualifications
Advanced degree in HF/HCI or a related discipline or equivalent experience required.
5-8 years of experience working in the userexperienceresearch field within a fast-paced software development environment
Skills Matrix:
•Task based testing
•Card-sorting
•Surveys
•Focus groups
•1:1 interviews
•Task analysis
•Field and crowd sourcing
•Remote Moderated Testing
•Remote un-moderated testing
•Prototype Testing
•Persona creation/evolution/weighting
•Recruiting, etc. across platforms and user groups for complex web and mobile applications
Tools:
•userexperienceresearch with software, web, B2B, B2C, and/or mobile applications
Highly Desired:
•Morae, Qualtrics, Usuara, and /or iRise Studio and other research or prototyping tools
•Experience and past success performing UX Research within an Agile SDLC is preferred
Additional Information
6+ Months Contract
$84k-111k yearly est. 13h ago
Clinical Research Leader - JJMT Electrophysiology
8427-Janssen Cilag Manufacturing Legal Entity
User experience researcher job in Irvine, CA
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at *******************
Job Function:
Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development
Job Sub Function:
Clinical Development & Research - Non-MD
Job Category:
Scientific/Technology
All Job Posting Locations:
Irvine, California, United States of America
Job Description:
Johnson & Johnson MedTech - Electrophysiology division is currently seeking a Clinical Research Leader (PM) position. This role's preferred location is in Irvine, California however we are open to remote candidates within the United States. While specific cities are listed in the Locations section for reference, please note that they are examples only and do not limit your application. We invite candidates from any location to apply.
Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at *******************/.
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.
Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of Cardiovascular? Ready to join a team that's reimagining how we heal? Our Cardiovascular team develops leading solutions for heart recovery, electrophysiology, and stroke. You will join a proud heritage of continually elevating standards of care for stroke, heart failure and atrial fibrillation (AFib) patients.
Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at *******************/medtech
Key Responsibilities:
Serves as a Clinical Research Leader within the Clinical R&D Department to execute and manage company sponsored clinical trials, ensuring compliance with timelines and study milestones.
Oversees/executes feasibility, selection, set up, conduct and closure of a clinical trial within the allocated countries, in accordance with the ICH-GCP, applicable legislation and Company Standard Operating Procedures.
May serve as the primary contact for clinical trial sites (e.g. site management);
Develops clinical trial documents (e.g. study protocol, informed consents, CRF, monitoring plan, study manual, investigator brochure, annual reports);
Ensures applicable trial registration (e.g. on *********************** from study initiation through posting of results and support publications as needed.
Manages/oversees ordering, tracking, and accountability of investigational devices and trial materials.
Interfaces and collaborates with site personnel, IRBs/ECs, contractors/vendors, and company personnel.
Interfaces, collaborates and oversees Clinical Research Associates (CRAs);
Oversees and supports the development and execution of Investigator agreements and trial payments.
Is responsible for clinical data review to prepare data for statistical analyses and publications.
May perform monitoring activities including site qualification visits, site initiation visits, interim monitoring visits or close out visits based on study need.
May contribute to the development and delivery of appropriate global evidence generation strategies (EGS) and evidence dissemination strategies (EDS), with collaborative relationships with all relevant Clinical R&D partners and cross-functional partners (e.g. Global Strategic Marketing, Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Health Economics and Market Access, R&D, etc), contributing to cross-functional alignment.
May provide on-site procedural protocol compliance and data collection support to the clinical trial sites.
Contributes to the critical assessment of the literature and to the interpretations and disseminations of all evidence generated.
Is responsible for delivery of assigned clinical projects, through effective partnership with the study core team leading to delivery of clinical project commitments (deliver on time, within budget and in compliance with regulations and SOPs);
Supports planning, track and manage assigned project budgets to ensure adherence to business plans.
Supports clinical scientific discussions with regulatory agencies/ notified bodies to drive support of the clinical and regulatory strategy.
May serve as the clinical representative on a New Product Development team.
May assist with the development of Post-Market Clinical Follow-up (PMCF) Plans and PMCF Evaluation Reports (ER) within the defined timelines and review/update at planned intervals; May assist with maintaining the overview to assure (study) commitments are timely and properly met by coordination of specific documentation and contribution to cross-functional review of associated documents where relevant.
May conduct review of promotional materials to ensure fair-balance, accuracy in clinical claims and messaging.
Manages and/or mentors resources assigned to designated clinical studies to provide quality deliverables while maintaining optimal efficiency.
May act as Clinical Safety Coordinator.
May perform other duties assigned as needed.
Is responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level. Function as a reliable, trusted resource of accurate, up-to-date project knowledge as requested by key stakeholders.
Is responsible for ensuring personal and company compliance with all Federal, State, local and company regulations, policies and procedures.
Should develop a strong understanding of the pipeline, product portfolio and business needs.
Generally manages work with limited supervision, dependent on project complexity. Independent decision-making for simple and more advanced situations but requires minimal guidance for complex situations.
Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level
Responsible for following all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices as applicable.
For those who supervise or manage a staff, responsible for ensuring that subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable
Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures
Performs other duties assigned as needed
Qualifications:
Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Life Science, Physical Science, Nursing, or Biological Science or other related field with at least 6 years clinical researchexperience is required
Or
Master's degree in Life Science, Physical Science, Nursing, or Biological Science or other related field with at least 5 years clinical researchexperience is required
Or
PhD in Life Science, Physical Science, Nursing, or Biological Science or other related field with at least 3 years clinical researchexperience is required
Experience with project/team leadership is required.
Relevant industry certifications are preferred (examples may include; CCRA, CCRC, CCRP, RAC, CDE, GCP, ISO 14155, MDR, MEDDEV).
Medical device experience highly preferred.
CRO experience and site management and clinical site monitoring are assets.
Experience delivering presentations and writing clinical reports is preferred.
Up to 20% travel is required for this role.
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants' needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center (********************************) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
#PULSE #EP
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$109,000.00 - $174,800.00
Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation -120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays -13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave - 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave - 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave - 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave - 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off - 80 hours per calendar year
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - *********************************************
$109k-174.8k yearly Auto-Apply 39d ago
Clinical Research Leader - JJMT Electrophysiology
6120-Janssen Scientific Affairs Legal Entity
User experience researcher job in Irvine, CA
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at *******************
Job Function:
Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development
Job Sub Function:
Clinical Development & Research - Non-MD
Job Category:
Scientific/Technology
All Job Posting Locations:
Irvine, California, United States of America
Job Description:
Johnson & Johnson MedTech - Electrophysiology division is currently seeking a Clinical Research Leader (PM) position. This role's preferred location is in Irvine, California however we are open to remote candidates within the United States. While specific cities are listed in the Locations section for reference, please note that they are examples only and do not limit your application. We invite candidates from any location to apply.
Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at *******************/.
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.
Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of Cardiovascular? Ready to join a team that's reimagining how we heal? Our Cardiovascular team develops leading solutions for heart recovery, electrophysiology, and stroke. You will join a proud heritage of continually elevating standards of care for stroke, heart failure and atrial fibrillation (AFib) patients.
Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at *******************/medtech
Key Responsibilities:
Serves as a Clinical Research Leader within the Clinical R&D Department to execute and manage company sponsored clinical trials, ensuring compliance with timelines and study milestones.
Oversees/executes feasibility, selection, set up, conduct and closure of a clinical trial within the allocated countries, in accordance with the ICH-GCP, applicable legislation and Company Standard Operating Procedures.
May serve as the primary contact for clinical trial sites (e.g. site management);
Develops clinical trial documents (e.g. study protocol, informed consents, CRF, monitoring plan, study manual, investigator brochure, annual reports);
Ensures applicable trial registration (e.g. on *********************** from study initiation through posting of results and support publications as needed.
Manages/oversees ordering, tracking, and accountability of investigational devices and trial materials.
Interfaces and collaborates with site personnel, IRBs/ECs, contractors/vendors, and company personnel.
Interfaces, collaborates and oversees Clinical Research Associates (CRAs);
Oversees and supports the development and execution of Investigator agreements and trial payments.
Is responsible for clinical data review to prepare data for statistical analyses and publications.
May perform monitoring activities including site qualification visits, site initiation visits, interim monitoring visits or close out visits based on study need.
May contribute to the development and delivery of appropriate global evidence generation strategies (EGS) and evidence dissemination strategies (EDS), with collaborative relationships with all relevant Clinical R&D partners and cross-functional partners (e.g. Global Strategic Marketing, Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Health Economics and Market Access, R&D, etc), contributing to cross-functional alignment.
May provide on-site procedural protocol compliance and data collection support to the clinical trial sites.
Contributes to the critical assessment of the literature and to the interpretations and disseminations of all evidence generated.
Is responsible for delivery of assigned clinical projects, through effective partnership with the study core team leading to delivery of clinical project commitments (deliver on time, within budget and in compliance with regulations and SOPs);
Supports planning, track and manage assigned project budgets to ensure adherence to business plans.
Supports clinical scientific discussions with regulatory agencies/ notified bodies to drive support of the clinical and regulatory strategy.
May serve as the clinical representative on a New Product Development team.
May assist with the development of Post-Market Clinical Follow-up (PMCF) Plans and PMCF Evaluation Reports (ER) within the defined timelines and review/update at planned intervals; May assist with maintaining the overview to assure (study) commitments are timely and properly met by coordination of specific documentation and contribution to cross-functional review of associated documents where relevant.
May conduct review of promotional materials to ensure fair-balance, accuracy in clinical claims and messaging.
Manages and/or mentors resources assigned to designated clinical studies to provide quality deliverables while maintaining optimal efficiency.
May act as Clinical Safety Coordinator.
May perform other duties assigned as needed.
Is responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level. Function as a reliable, trusted resource of accurate, up-to-date project knowledge as requested by key stakeholders.
Is responsible for ensuring personal and company compliance with all Federal, State, local and company regulations, policies and procedures.
Should develop a strong understanding of the pipeline, product portfolio and business needs.
Generally manages work with limited supervision, dependent on project complexity. Independent decision-making for simple and more advanced situations but requires minimal guidance for complex situations.
Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level
Responsible for following all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices as applicable.
For those who supervise or manage a staff, responsible for ensuring that subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable
Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures
Performs other duties assigned as needed
Qualifications:
Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Life Science, Physical Science, Nursing, or Biological Science or other related field with at least 6 years clinical researchexperience is required
Or
Master's degree in Life Science, Physical Science, Nursing, or Biological Science or other related field with at least 5 years clinical researchexperience is required
Or
PhD in Life Science, Physical Science, Nursing, or Biological Science or other related field with at least 3 years clinical researchexperience is required
Experience with project/team leadership is required.
Relevant industry certifications are preferred (examples may include; CCRA, CCRC, CCRP, RAC, CDE, GCP, ISO 14155, MDR, MEDDEV).
Medical device experience highly preferred.
CRO experience and site management and clinical site monitoring are assets.
Experience delivering presentations and writing clinical reports is preferred.
Up to 20% travel is required for this role.
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants' needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center (********************************) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
#PULSE #EP
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$109,000.00 - $174,800.00
Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation -120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays -13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave - 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave - 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave - 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave - 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off - 80 hours per calendar year
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - *********************************************
$109k-174.8k yearly Auto-Apply 39d ago
Scientific Researcher
California Institute of Technology 4.5
User experience researcher job in Pasadena, CA
Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do.
Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community.
Job Summary The Ozturk Lab is seeking an Associate Scientific Researcher to serve as a co-investigator in research on prebiotic (geo) chemistry and the origins of life.
The position is part of an interdisciplinary environment that integrates geosciences, chemistry, and physics to investigate fundamental questions about the emergence of life on Earth and beyond.
The Scientific Researcher will lead a project and develop custom-designed tools to study the post-impact conditions of early Earth's atmosphere and its photochemical evolution, with the goal of understanding the formation of feedstock molecules that could have set the stage for prebiotic chemistry.
The Scientific Researcher will also assist with the technical and operational aspects of the lab, provide technical training to lab members, and actively contribute to other ongoing research projects in alignment with the lab's research program.
Essential Job Duties Lead the construction of an experimental system simulating post-impact conditions of early Earth atmospheres.
Develop custom-designed tools to study the post-impact conditions of early Earth's atmosphere and its photochemical evolution.
Ensure proper maintenance and functionality of laboratory instruments and equipment.
Assist with the technical and operations of the lab, provide technical training to lab members, and actively contribute to other ongoing research projects in alignment with the lab's research program.
Train graduate students and junior researchers on experimental techniques, data acquisition, and data interpretation.
Conduct literature reviews and contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts and conference presentations.
Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications Ph.
D.
in experimental Physics, Chemical Engineering, Space Sciences, Atmospheric Sciences, or a closely related field.
A minimum of three (3) years of postdoctoral researchexperience in academic, industrial, or national laboratory settings.
Familiarity with wet chemistry experiments and anoxic glovebox maintenance.
Familiarity with IR spectroscopy, optical cavities, and analytical chemistry techniques.
Familiarity with custom instrumentation design and construction.
Demonstrated expertise in experimentalresearch and a strong track record of scientific communication (e.
g.
, peer-reviewed publications, presentations).
Preferred Qualifications Post-bachelor level experimentalresearch on Atmospheric Chemistry / Cosmochemistry / Geochemistry / origins of life.
Has worked as an engineer or senior scientist or lab manager.
Experience with laser spectroscopy and NMR.
Has served as a lab manager or technical staff at a research laboratory.
Has taught and/or mentored students and junior researchers.
Required Documents Resume
$66k-113k yearly est. 31d ago
Institutional Research & Reporting Lead, Institutional Planning and Analysis
CSU Careers 3.8
User experience researcher job in San Marcos, CA
The Institutional Research & Reporting Lead provides coordination and day-to-day oversight of reporting activities performed by the Office of Institutional Planning & Analysis (IP&A), which includes cyclical collection, analysis, and submission of a variety of student and instructional data to the CSU Chancellor's Office (CO), state and federal governments, accrediting and regulatory agencies, college ranking sites, and other internal and external entities. This position is expected to develop and maintain a deep familiarity with applicable reporting guidelines, campus and systemwide policies, data dictionaries, and higher education data trends. The incumbent builds strong working relationships with systemwide contacts, attending relevant CO meetings and user groups, and serves as an internal liaison to numerous campus departments and subject matter experts, working collaboratively to establish business processes and protocols, improve data quality and completeness, and retrieve and reconcile information from disparate sources. The Lead also supports the IP&A Director to continuously improve department operations, facilitate data governance efforts, and manage the campus' ad hoc data request process, including intake, tracking, workload management, and consultation with stakeholders and data authorities to ensure appropriate analysis, use, and interpretation of data. This position will serve as both an individual contributor, taking primary responsibility for assigned reports and analytic projects, as well as a department leader, providing lead direction and mentorship to other IP&A team members
Position Summary
Institutional Research and Reporting Lead (Institutional Research Analyst IV)
This is a full-time, exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period.
For a complete list of responsibilities and required qualifications, please review the position description linked at the top of the page.
Pay, Benefits, and Work Schedule
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $6,382 - $8,589 per month (step 1 - step 16)
CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,382- $9,297 per month
Salary is commensurate with the background and experience of the individual selected.
This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year; 14 scheduled on specific days and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year.
A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by visiting our Benefits Portal. The CSU Total Compensation Calculator demonstrates the significance of the benefits package.
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
California State University San Marcos
A mid-size university located in San Diego's vibrant North County, we are dedicated to service, innovation, leadership and student success. We have an attentive faculty and state-of-the-art facilities which offer our students hundreds of opportunities to learn, lead, play and serve.
California State University San Marcos is a new kind of university, pushing the boundaries of innovation to prepare tomorrow's leaders, build stronger communities and solve pressing issues.
Cutting-edge research meets hands-on application at our campus and in the real world.
Application Process
This position is open until filled. For assurance of full consideration, please submit application, cover letter and resume by 11:59pm on January 4, 2026.
Application requires answers to supplemental questions.
Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or testing process due to a disability recognized under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/CA Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) should notify the Office of Human Resources at (760) 750-4418 or e-mail: hr@csusm.edu.
Supplemental Information
Following a conditional offer of employment, satisfactory completion of a background check (including criminal records check) is required prior to beginning employment. Any offer of employment rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at https://www.csusm.edu/clery/annualreports.html.
Pursuant to the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy, as of January 1, 2022, the California State University is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
California State University San Marcos is not a sponsoring agent for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B visas).
$6.4k-8.6k monthly 35d ago
Institutional Research & Reporting Lead, Institutional Planning and Analysis
Csusm Recruitment
User experience researcher job in San Marcos, CA
The Institutional Research & Reporting Lead provides coordination and day-to-day oversight of reporting activities performed by the Office of Institutional Planning & Analysis (IP&A), which includes cyclical collection, analysis, and submission of a variety of student and instructional data to the CSU Chancellor's Office (CO), state and federal governments, accrediting and regulatory agencies, college ranking sites, and other internal and external entities. This position is expected to develop and maintain a deep familiarity with applicable reporting guidelines, campus and systemwide policies, data dictionaries, and higher education data trends. The incumbent builds strong working relationships with systemwide contacts, attending relevant CO meetings and user groups, and serves as an internal liaison to numerous campus departments and subject matter experts, working collaboratively to establish business processes and protocols, improve data quality and completeness, and retrieve and reconcile information from disparate sources. The Lead also supports the IP&A Director to continuously improve department operations, facilitate data governance efforts, and manage the campus' ad hoc data request process, including intake, tracking, workload management, and consultation with stakeholders and data authorities to ensure appropriate analysis, use, and interpretation of data. This position will serve as both an individual contributor, taking primary responsibility for assigned reports and analytic projects, as well as a department leader, providing lead direction and mentorship to other IP&A team members
Position Summary
Institutional Research and Reporting Lead (Institutional Research Analyst IV)
This is a full-time, exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period.
For a complete list of responsibilities and required qualifications, please review the position description linked at the top of the page.
Pay, Benefits, and Work Schedule
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $6,382 - $8,589 per month (step 1 - step 16)
CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,382- $9,297 per month
Salary is commensurate with the background and experience of the individual selected.
This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year; 14 scheduled on specific days and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year.
A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by visiting our Benefits Portal. The CSU Total Compensation Calculator demonstrates the significance of the benefits package.
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
California State University San Marcos
A mid-size university located in San Diego's vibrant North County, we are dedicated to service, innovation, leadership and student success. We have an attentive faculty and state-of-the-art facilities which offer our students hundreds of opportunities to learn, lead, play and serve.
California State University San Marcos is a new kind of university, pushing the boundaries of innovation to prepare tomorrow's leaders, build stronger communities and solve pressing issues.
Cutting-edge research meets hands-on application at our campus and in the real world.
Application Process
This position is open until filled. For assurance of full consideration, please submit application, cover letter and resume by 11:59pm on January 4, 2026.
Application requires answers to supplemental questions.
Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or testing process due to a disability recognized under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/CA Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) should notify the Office of Human Resources at ************** or e-mail: ************.
Supplemental Information
Following a conditional offer of employment, satisfactory completion of a background check (including criminal records check) is required prior to beginning employment. Any offer of employment rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at ***********************************************
Pursuant to the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy, as of January 1, 2022, the California State University is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
California State University San Marcos is not a sponsoring agent for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B visas).
$6.4k-8.6k monthly Easy Apply 35d ago
Future Research Consultant Positions
Engage R+D
User experience researcher job in Pasadena, CA
Please note that we currently do not have any positions open; however, if you would like to be considered for future opportunities, please submit your application materials for the Research Consultant position
in the San Francisco Bay Area or the greater Los Angeles region. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and our team will be in touch if an opportunity becomes available.
Who We Are
Engage R+D is a strategic learning and evaluation firm with a passionate and energetic team of diverse professionals who believe in the power of evaluation and research to advance equity and fuel social change. We bring together people, data, and ideas in creative ways to inform strategy and drive results in the social sector. We approach our work with intellectual curiosity, a sense of humility, and grounding in the communities that are ultimately impacted by what we do. Through a collaborative team-based approach, we engage stakeholders in collective problem-solving and strive to draw upon our diverse perspectives and strengths. We believe in the importance of a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment that supports organizational learning and opportunities to strengthen our practice and advance the field. We seek to create the conditions and space for teams to do their best work. We offer competitive compensation packages, including paid time off and benefits, as well as professional development opportunities and flexible work arrangements. Engage R+D is a California-based virtual consulting firm, and team members typically work from home-based offices and co-working spaces.
Qualifications:
Advanced degree (i.e., Master's degree or higher) in social or behavioral science, public policy, or related area
5+ years of experience applying research, planning, evaluation, and community engagement skills, ideally within a consulting environment
Commitment to center and advance equity in our evaluative practice
Experience managing projects and implementing multi-faceted work for philanthropic, non-profit, and/or government entities
Ability to navigate change, ambiguity, and complex projects
Comfort working remotely
Fluency in other languages, particularly Spanish, is a plus!
Who You Are
Engage R+D seeks curious and creative people passionate about using data and evaluation to improve results and drive social change. You are an experienced evaluator with fluency in qualitative and quantitative methods, strong people skills, and the ability to engage diverse groups of people in learning and evaluation. You bring outstanding written and verbal communication skills and can translate findings into actionable plans and practitioner-friendly reports. You enjoy working across multiple content areas and tapping into new and innovative approaches.
Evaluation in real-world settings can be messy, but you are comfortable with ambiguity and navigating complex situations. You're able to focus on the big picture while managing the details and identifying solutions. You have strong listening skills and bring cultural humility to the work, seeking to understand and bridge the needs and experiences of diverse stakeholders. You actively demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion by showing respect, humility, and cultural sensitivity in all aspects of your work and interactions. You are adept at working with diverse communities and are able to facilitate inclusive discussions with a range of stakeholders, from community residents and non-profit leaders to foundation and public sector staff. You thrive in an entrepreneurial and team-driven environment. Finally, you're enthusiastic about contributing to a young and innovative organization.
What You'll Do at Engage R+D
Research Consultants design, manage and execute multi-faceted projects for philanthropic, non-profit, and government clients. Research Consultants are responsible for client-facing work that spans the full life cycle of the project, from scoping, design, data collection, and analysis to reporting and facilitating learning sessions with clients and community stakeholders. We value contributions from all team members to strengthen internal operations, infrastructure, and organizational well-being.
Essential Functions & Duties
Project management and research support: As a core team member, you'll serve on multiple project teams, playing various roles from analyst and learning partner to project manager or lead on streams of work. As a project manager, you'll work closely with project directors and team members to co-design and implement work plans, collect and analyze data (qualitative and quantitative), and support the production of high-quality, actionable products. You'll also be actively involved in efforts to facilitate and engage diverse stakeholders in co-creation, sensemaking, and shared learning.
Organizational contributions: You'll have ample opportunities to contribute to our organizational development and success by participating in team retreats and workgroups focused on business development, organizational learning, communications, field building, and strengthening internal infrastructure. If you're seeking opportunities to shape organizational culture and explore innovative approaches with like-minded colleagues, this is the place for you!
Compensation
We offer a competitive compensation package and create a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. The starting salary range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000, and benefits include, but are not limited to:
Health insurance for employees with a range of provider options and tiers, as well as full dental and vision
401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
Paid Time Off (PTO) of six weeks during the first year (inclusive of sick, federal holidays, and vacation time)
Professional development funds ($1,000 annually)
Wellness benefits include a monthly stipend for a gym membership or wellness activities
Equipment and monthly phone stipend for virtual home office
How to Apply
If you are interested in being considered for future opportunities to join our team, please submit a resume and cover letter via this link: Apply Here. In your cover letter, please address the following five questions:
What makes you interested in Engage R+D?
What aspects of your previous experience have prepared you for a position with us?
What does it mean for you to have a commitment to equity, and how would you see yourself demonstrating it at Engage R+D?
What skills could you bring to Engage R+D that may not be apparent from looking at your resume or career history?
How did you hear about Engage R+D?
Engage R+D is an Equal Opportunity organization with a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all and strongly encourage individuals underrepresented in the workforce to apply.
$80k-100k yearly 60d+ ago
Manager Branch Experience (Upland, CA)
Arrowhead Credit Union Careers 3.6
User experience researcher job in Upland, CA
The Manager, Branch Experience leads their team to deliver exceptional member service; ultimately driving member loyalty, engagement, and a favorable reputation within the community. This role is responsible for all aspects of the member experience; including accurate, efficient, consultative service from a highly-skilled, highly-engaged team.
The Manager, Branch Experience expertly develops and implements plans to achieve the Credit Union's strategic goals, while effectively communicating with vision and passion that motivates and inspires their team to deliver superior results. This role builds and fosters a culture that promotes the one-team spirit, acting with integrity, taking action, courage, and having an open mind, all in the spirit of service and advocacy for the membership.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Personally, provides exceptional member service; uses Service Standards in every work-related interaction.
Ensures that
exceptional
member service is being provided to members and team members, at all times.
Serves as a strong example of leadership in work ethic, professionalism, and conduct.
Actively participates in and provides leadership for the team in meeting the goals of the department and the Credit Union by promoting a harmonious work environment that motivates others towards team participation, goal setting/accomplishment, and personal development.
Ensure staff commitment to member service standards. This includes leading by example with a positive and professional tone and demeanor when assisting members and team members. Using courage and integrity to take action and provide friendly service at all times.
Uses organizational tools and techniques to complete tasks on time and successfully manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously, with the ability to give unexpected status in any of the areas of responsibility.
Observes and assesses branch service effectiveness on an ongoing basis; develops and implements strategies for coaching, recognition, and talent management that result in exceptional member experience, member loyalty and engagement.
Creates and implements a branch service plan that includes team development, efficiency, accuracy, and member experience; driving positive results in member experience and a favorable and trusted view within the community.
Analyzes reports and information to identify branch strengths and opportunities; uses this information to create and augment branch plans.
Continuously advocates for the membership; makes sound and swift decisions while balancing service and risk; provides solutions and makes recommendations to further improve member experiences.
Plans and facilitates team meetings that drive branch efficiency, promote excellent internal and external service, and continuously develop the team skills and behaviors.
Oversight of comprehensive branch operations in accordance with organizational policy and procedure, including; overall accuracy in service, internal audit process, security controls, risk management, and loss prevention.
Ensures adherence to security controls to protect the branch against criminal/fraudulent operations and unnecessary risk/exposure.
Collaborate with regional Membership Development team to build and nurture a positive reputation amongst key community relationships.
Assists AVP and VP of Branches/Member Experience with organizational initiatives as needed.
Performs supervisory duties: interviews applicants; plans, assigns, directs, and evaluates direct report's work, measures performance against goals; reviews efficiency and completeness of tasks; conducts performance reviews, recommends salary increases and develops higher levels of expertise in Team Members through training.
Supports and assists at branches throughout the Arrowhead branch network.
Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
Maintains a working knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Identity Theft Red Flags and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and complies with all federal and state laws/regulations as well as organizational policies, procedures, and processes applicable to area of responsibility.
Other duties as necessary and assigned and deemed necessary by the Supervisor to achieve the goals of the Credit Union and department.
Benefits Include:
(not a complete list)
Wellbeing
Weekly pay
401K Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Paid time off accrual begins upon hire, 15 paid vacation days, 11 paid holidays
Paid sick leave
Company-provided life insurance at twice your annual salary
Financial Education Programs
DoorDash DashPass
Health
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for part-time and full-time employees
Modern Health
Care.com subscription
Teladoc
Career Development
Career development opportunities
Team members are eligible to apply for assistance with educational expenses through ArrowHeart's scholarship program.
To learn more about Arrowhead Credit Union and our service culture, visit our Career page, and our ArrowHeart Foundation.
The pay range for this position is listed below.
Starting pay for successful applicants is
generally within the minimum to midpoint of the pay range. Our consideration for pay is designed to support career growth and development over time. Offers extended depend on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to individual experience, knowledge, training, education, geographic location, market demands, and internal equity.
Pay range:
Minimum: $88,888.89
/annually| Midpoint: $111,111.11/annually | Maximum: $133,333.33/annually
$88.9k-133.3k yearly 34d ago
Institutional Research & Reporting Lead, Institutional Planning and Analysis
California State University System 4.2
User experience researcher job in San Marcos, CA
The Institutional Research & Reporting Lead provides coordination and day-to-day oversight of reporting activities performed by the Office of Institutional Planning & Analysis (IP&A), which includes cyclical collection, analysis, and submission of a variety of student and instructional data to the CSU Chancellor's Office (CO), state and federal governments, accrediting and regulatory agencies, college ranking sites, and other internal and external entities. This position is expected to develop and maintain a deep familiarity with applicable reporting guidelines, campus and systemwide policies, data dictionaries, and higher education data trends. The incumbent builds strong working relationships with systemwide contacts, attending relevant CO meetings and user groups, and serves as an internal liaison to numerous campus departments and subject matter experts, working collaboratively to establish business processes and protocols, improve data quality and completeness, and retrieve and reconcile information from disparate sources. The Lead also supports the IP&A Director to continuously improve department operations, facilitate data governance efforts, and manage the campus' ad hoc data request process, including intake, tracking, workload management, and consultation with stakeholders and data authorities to ensure appropriate analysis, use, and interpretation of data. This position will serve as both an individual contributor, taking primary responsibility for assigned reports and analytic projects, as well as a department leader, providing lead direction and mentorship to other IP&A team members
Position Summary
Institutional Research and Reporting Lead (Institutional Research Analyst IV)
This is a full-time, exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period.
For a complete list of responsibilities and required qualifications, please review the position description linked at the top of the page.
Pay, Benefits, and Work Schedule
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $6,382 - $8,589 per month (step 1 - step 16)
CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,382- $9,297 per month
Salary is commensurate with the background and experience of the individual selected.
This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year; 14 scheduled on specific days and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year.
A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by visiting our Benefits Portal. The CSU Total Compensation Calculator demonstrates the significance of the benefits package.
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
California State University San Marcos
A mid-size university located in San Diego's vibrant North County, we are dedicated to service, innovation, leadership and student success. We have an attentive faculty and state-of-the-art facilities which offer our students hundreds of opportunities to learn, lead, play and serve.
California State University San Marcos is a new kind of university, pushing the boundaries of innovation to prepare tomorrow's leaders, build stronger communities and solve pressing issues.
Cutting-edge research meets hands-on application at our campus and in the real world.
Application Process
This position is open until filled. For assurance of full consideration, please submit application, cover letter and resume by 11:59pm on January 4, 2026.
Application requires answers to supplemental questions.
Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or testing process due to a disability recognized under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/CA Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) should notify the Office of Human Resources at ************** or e-mail: ************.
Supplemental Information
Following a conditional offer of employment, satisfactory completion of a background check (including criminal records check) is required prior to beginning employment. Any offer of employment rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act Notification can be found at ***********************************************
Pursuant to the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy, as of January 1, 2022, the California State University is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
California State University San Marcos is not a sponsoring agent for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B visas).
Advertised: Dec 15 2025 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:
$6.4k-8.6k monthly Easy Apply 35d ago
Member Experience Manager
EŌS Fitness 3.9
User experience researcher job in Whittier, CA
EōS Fitness is bold, upbeat, and motivating. Not only in our fitness routines, but in our work environment as well. Like our members, our employees know how to rise to a challenge and handle it head on. EōS Fitness' Core Purpose is to create loyal, lifelong fans and exercise practitioners. To achieve this purpose, our Core Values are: Take Personal Responsibility, Be Optimistic & Have Fun, Learn & Grow, Be A Team Player, and Fight Hard To Win.
Core Purpose: To create loyal, lifelong fans and exercise practitioners.
We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized Member Experience Manager to support EōS members and guests by delivering best-in-class service. This individual will be responsible for delivering exceptional customer service, addressing member concerns, resolving billing issues, and responding to member feedback. The Member Experience Manager will partner with gym department managers to train, motivate, and develop front desk staff while ensuring that our facility is clean, friendly, and well- maintained. As a key leader in our Company, you will model our core values and work closely with department managers to support the overall success of the gym.
Position Purpose: Develop a team that delivers exceptional customer experience and hits business objectives.
Core Purpose: To create loyal, lifelong fans and exercise practitioners.
Responsibilities:
Takes Initiative in identifying ways to enhance the member experience.
Serve as the first point of contact for member concerns, ensuring quick resolution of service issues, billing questions, or other concerns.
Address member complaints with professionalism, empathy, and a solution-oriented mindset to maintain positive relationships and high retention rates.
Support member retention through developing and executing strategies to engage members, including promptly handling membership concerns, resolving service issues, and offering personalized outreach to members.
Monitor trends in member satisfaction and provide actionable insights to improve retention and overall satisfaction.
Collaborate with gym department managers to review and respond to member surveys and feedback promptly, addressing any areas for improvement and celebrating successes.
Ensure members feel heard and valued, maintaining an open line of communication.
Support online reputation management by reviewing member comments on various platforms, ensuring a timely and consistent voice that reflects our values and professionalism.
Partner with the Operations Manager to support, lead, train, and coach the front desk team, providing ongoing feedback and development to maintain best in class customer service.
Partner with department managers and their teams to support facility operations, including cleanliness standards and safety protocols to provide the best-in-class member experience.
Embody the Company's core values (e.g., Take Personal Responsibility, Be Optimistic & Have Fun, Learn & Grow, Be a Team Player, Fight Hard to Win) in all daily interactions and decision- making.
Serve as a leader who inspires the team to uphold the Company's culture and deliver on our core purpose of creating loyal, lifelong fans and exercise practitioners.
Qualifications:
Proven experience in customer service or front-line leadership, preferably in the fitness, hospitality, or service industry.
Excellent communication (written and verbal), problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency with fitness management software, social media platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of fitness industry operations, including membership management and billing processes.
Requirements:
Must successfully pass background check.
Must Obtain a CPR certification within 30 days of employment. *
Must attend EōS Ethos and Customer Service Training within 30 days of employment. *
Ability to work in a gym setting; move about club floors and rooms; communicate with employees, members, and the public
Ability to access and operate the Company computer system including preparing documents, entering data into computer system, read reports from a computer data base or email system
Ability to bend routinely and repetitively to lift more than 40 lbs.
California Pay Range
$19.50 - $22.87 USD
Benefits and Perks:
A highly energetic and collaborative team.
A management team that cares about your professional development.
Free membership for you and plus one family member.
Discounted Personal Training, and merchandise - including supplements.
Employee referral program.
Daily Pay offered - access your funds before payday.
Competitive pay plus vacation, holiday, and sick pay.*
Group Health, dental, vision, Supplemental Life, Employee Assistant Program and even Pet Insurance are offered!*
401(k) + Company matching!*
Personal education growth options with Sophia Learning.
* Based on eligibility of tenure and full-time vs. part-time employment.
EōS Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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EōS Fitness participates in the government eVerify program.
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We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the Recruiting Help Line at ********************************* or by calling ************. To check on the status of your application, please visit the Greenhouse Candidate Portal at my.greenhouse.com for updates.
$19.5-22.9 hourly Auto-Apply 12d ago
Online Research Participant - Earn Cash for Sharing Your Views
Opinion Bureau
User experience researcher job in Compton, CA
Take quick online surveys and earn rewards for sharing your thoughts. Join today - it's free and easy!
$59k-113k yearly est. 1d ago
AI Researcher
Western Digital 4.4
User experience researcher job in Irvine, CA
At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.
At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we've been doing just that-our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.
We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital , WD and WD_BLACK™ Professional brands.
We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world's biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.
Today's exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.
Job Description
Western Digital creates technologies that power the world's data infrastructure. From advanced storage solutions to intelligent data systems, we enable customers, businesses, and partners to unlock the full potential of their data. Across our Sales and Marketing organization, we continue to innovate, streamline operations, and accelerate growth through modern analytics and AI-driven automation.
We are seeking an AI Researcher who will evaluate how artificial intelligence can improve processes, reduce operational costs, generate additional revenue opportunities, and enhance productivity across the Sales and Marketing organization. This is a research-focused role, not a developer position. The AI Researcher will analyze current workflows, tools, and data usage patterns, identify opportunities for AI-driven impact, and advise internal engineering and development teams on which solutions should be prioritized for implementation.
The ideal candidate blends strategic thinking, technical understanding, and business acumen. They will research new AI techniques, assess feasibility, map processes, calculate ROI, and propose clear, actionable recommendations that enable developers and systems teams to build the highest-value solutions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct research on AI and machine learning capabilities that can support Sales and Marketing goals such as cost reduction, lead generation, funnel optimization, and workflow automation
Analyze current organizational processes and identify high-ROI opportunities for AI intervention
Evaluate and score potential automation or optimization projects based on feasibility, cost, impact, and data readiness
Partner closely with developers, analysts, and system owners to translate research findings into actionable system enhancements
Create research briefs, business cases, and recommendation documents for leadership
Propose frameworks for automated lead scoring, customer segmentation, predictive insights, content generation workflows, and marketing efficiency improvements
Evaluate vendor AI tools, platforms, and integrations; compare build vs buy recommendations
Develop a roadmap for AI adoption within Sales and Marketing, aligning with business priorities and budget constraints
Stay current on industry trends, LLM advancements, AI-driven marketing technologies, and competitive benchmarks
Conduct ethical and risk assessments for any proposed AI solution, ensuring alignment with security and compliance standards
What Success Looks Like
Identifying high-value opportunities that result in meaningful cost savings or efficiency gains
Providing clear, actionable, and prioritized recommendations to developers
Delivering research that accelerates WD's AI adoption and supports organizational decision-making
Creating a scalable and repeatable evaluation framework for future AI initiatives
Qualifications
REQUIRED
Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Applied Math, Business Analytics, or related field
5+ years of experience in AI research, marketing analytics, sales operations research, or similar roles
SKILLS
Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including the ability to model savings, revenue lift, and efficiency gains
Familiarity with AI technologies including LLMs, GenAI platforms, embeddings, RAG systems, and marketing automation tools
Comfortable evaluating AI workflows, APIs, and vendor features to assess feasibility
Excellent understanding of Sales and Marketing processes including funnel analytics, lead generation, audience segmentation, and campaign optimization
Strong documentation and communication abilities; able to translate research insights for non-technical stakeholders
Ability to partner cross-functionally with product managers, developers, and business leaders
PREFERRED
Experience working in a Sales, Marketing, or E-Commerce environment
Exposure to Adobe Marketing ecosystem (Analytics, Target, Marketo), Salesforce, or similar platforms
Prior involvement in cost-optimization programs or operational efficiency projects
Experience developing business cases or ROI analyses for technical investments
Understanding of data governance, AI ethics, and responsible AI practices
Additional Information
Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person's gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person's assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here.
Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.
Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 2/25/2026 (3 months from posting), although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline. If we are not able to hire someone from this role before the application deadline, we will update this posting with a new anticipated application deadline.
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Compensation & Benefits Details
An employee's pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills, ability, knowledge of the job; (3) performance, contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6) internal and external equity; and (7) business and organizational needs.
The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California, Colorado, New York or remote jobs that can be performed in California, Colorado and New York. This range may be modified in the future.
If your position is non-exempt, you are eligible for overtime pay pursuant to company policy and applicable laws. You may also be eligible for shift differential pay, depending on the shift to which you are assigned.
You will be eligible to be considered for bonuses under either Western Digital's Short Term Incentive Plan (“STI Plan”) or the Sales Incentive Plan (“SIP”) which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance, depending on your role and your performance. You may be eligible to participate in our annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program, which consists of restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents, pursuant to the terms of the LTI plan. Please note that not all roles are eligible to participate in the LTI program, and not all roles are eligible for equity under the LTI plan. RSU awards are also available to eligible new hires, subject to Western Digital's Standard Terms and Conditions for Restricted Stock Unit Awards.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program; employee stock purchase plan; and the Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Western Digital Ethics Helpline or email [email protected].
$128k-177k yearly est. 31d ago
Senior UX Researcher
Vesync
User experience researcher job in Tustin, CA
The Company: VeSync is a portfolio company with brands that cover different categories of health & wellness products. We wouldn't be surprised if you have one of our Levoit air purifiers in your living room or a COSORI air fryer whipping up healthy and delicious meals for you every night.
We're a young and energetic company, we've had tremendous success, and we are constantly growing our team. As we garner more industry attention - just check out our accomplishments and awards by CES Innovation, iF Design, IGA, and Red Dot - we also need driven and talented people to join our team.
That brings us to you, and what you'll be joining. Our teams are smart and diligent and take ownership of their work - they're confident in their work but know how to collaborate with open ears and a spirit of learning. If you're down-to-earth, approachable, and easy to strike up a conversation with, this may be a great fit for you.
Check out our brands:levoit.com | cosori.com | etekcity.com
The Opportunity:
We're seeking a Senior UX Researcher to lead end-to-end research that shapes product strategy, informs design decisions, and deepens our understanding of user needs across multiple product lines. In this role, you'll drive mixed-methods research from foundational discovery to rapid, iterative testing-to uncover motivations, pain points, and opportunities that guide measurable product and business outcomes.
You'll also play a key role in strengthening research operations by building scalable systems, improving documentation, and evolving a robust research repository that elevates insight quality and accessibility across the organization. As a cross-functional partner, you'll work closely with Product, Design, Engineering, and Marketing to embed user empathy into strategy, influence roadmaps, and cultivate a culture centered on continuous learning and evidence-based decision-making.
Applicants must include a portfolio of their work when applying.
What you will do at VeSync:
1. Lead End-to-End Research• Plan, execute, and synthesize foundational, generative, and evaluative research across multiple product lines.• Use mixed methods (qualitative and quantitative) to uncover user needs, motivations, and friction points.• Design studies that address key product risks - value, usability, feasibility, and viability• Translate findings into clear, actionable insights that guide strategic decisions and measurable outcomes.• Balance deep research with lean, iterative testing to support product agility and continuous learning.
2. Strengthen Research Operations• Maintain and enhance the participant panel, consent workflows, and research documentation systems.• Develop reusable research frameworks, templates, and toolkits to make research more efficient and consistent.• Evolve a research repository that promotes knowledge sharing and long-term organizational learning.• Establish standards for insight tagging, storage, and discoverability to reduce duplication and scale research impact.
3. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication• Partner with Product, Design, Engineering, and Marketing to define user-centered goals and success metrics.• Integrate research insights into product strategy and roadmap prioritization.• Present insights clearly to executive and cross-functional audiences, influencing both product and business direction.• Champion user empathy and customer-centric culture across the organization.What you bring to the role:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Psychology, Anthropology, or a related field.
5+ years of UX or product researchexperience, ideally in consumer tech, wearable, or health/wellness domains.
Proven success conducting end-to-end research from discovery through validation and post-launch evaluation.
Expertise in mixed methods research (interviews, usability testing, surveys, diary studies, fieldwork).
Strong synthesis, storytelling, and stakeholder communication skills.
Experience supporting beta programs in agile environments.
Preferred Skills:
Proficiency with tools like UserTesting, Dovetail, Figma, Quantilope, or similar research/repository platforms.
Experience working with international or multilingual teams; communicates with empathy and clarity across time zones and cultures.
Comfortable with rapid, iterative product testing and evidence-driven experimentation.
Background or interest in health, wellness, or behavioral science.
Highly motivated, adaptable, and curious - thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Location:
This is an on-site, office-based role in Tustin, CA.
Salary:
Starting at $120K Annually
Perks and Benefits:
100% covered Medical/Dental/Vision insurances for employee AND spouse + dependents!
401K with 4% employer match (eligible after 90 days of employment) and immediate 100% vesting
Generous PTO policy + paid holidays
Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Critical Illness Coverage
Accident Insurance
Healthcare FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Travel Assistance Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fully stocked kitchen
$120k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
UX Researcher
Artech Information System 4.8
User experience researcher job in Pasadena, CA
Artech is the 10th Largest IT Staffing Company in the US, according to Staffing Industry Analysts' 2012 annual report. Artech provides technical expertise to fill gaps in clients' immediate skill-sets availability, deliver emerging technology skill-sets, refresh existing skill base, allow for flexibility in project planning and execution phases, and provide budgeting/financial flexibility by offering contingent labor as a variable cost.
Job Role: UX Researcher
Job Location: Pasadena, CA
Duration: 12+ months (might convert to FTE)
Job Description:
· Researches the user requirements and process flow of the websites.
· The UserExperienceResearcher will be primarily responsible for designing, conducting, analyzing, and reporting on user-centered design research and usability testing for the website, including identification of user needs and goals, task and workflow modeling, ethnography and persona development as well as rapid iterative usability testing, and more formal, in-depth testing.
· A successful UserExperienceResearcher must be able to work with minimal supervision on multiple concurrent projects.
· Conduct usability research both online and in the field and provide recommendations for improvement.
· Serve as a member of a team that acts as a 'repository' of research-based usability knowledge.
· Work with project business representatives and team members to test business requirements using heuristic/qualitative methods.
· Determine user needs by conducting task-focused analyses.
· Work with graphic designers to test proposed look & feel initiatives.
· Coordinate, conduct and moderate usability tests and prepare written analysis.
· Understand how ethnography and personas influence and form the basis of in-depth user requirements and iterative product creations and the evaluation of those design solutions.
· Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following research methods: in-field research, HCI (human-computer interaction), usability testing, participatory design, in-production a/b testing, expert evaluation, or web data analytics (conversion analysis)
· Familiarity with quantitatively driven testing practices and a/b testing tools such as Adobe Target, Adobe Analytics or Google Analytics.
Required Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years leading and conducting userresearch studies
Preferred Experience: 4+ years leading and conducting userresearch studies in interactive/digital marketing, testing and influencing userexperience on consumer-facing, heavy transactional products within a large organization
Required Education: Bachelors or advanced certification along with practical business experience in userresearch testing and data analysis
Top 3-5 Daily Responsibilities:
· Conduct usability research both in-lab, online and in the field and provide recommendations for improvement.
· Serve as a member of a team that acts as a 'repository' of research-based usability knowledge.
· Work with project business representatives and team members to test business requirements using heuristic/qualitative methods.
Top 3-5 Required Skills:
· Ability to combine quantitative metrics and qualitative feedback into actionable improvements
· Coordinate, conduct and moderate usability tests and prepare written analysis.
Additional Information
For more information, Please contact
Shubham Rastogi
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How much does a user experience researcher earn in Mission Viejo, CA?
The average user experience researcher in Mission Viejo, CA earns between $79,000 and $150,000 annually. This compares to the national average user experience researcher range of $73,000 to $135,000.
Average user experience researcher salary in Mission Viejo, CA
$109,000
What are the biggest employers of User Experience Researchers in Mission Viejo, CA?
The biggest employers of User Experience Researchers in Mission Viejo, CA are: