UX Researcher

Summary

Join PrizePicks, a rapidly growing sports company, as a UX Researcher! You will design and execute research studies, own the end-to-end research process, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Leverage your expertise in qualitative and mixed-methods research to translate findings into actionable insights. The ideal candidate possesses 2-4 years of relevant experience, a related degree, and excellent communication skills. While based in Atlanta is preferred, remote work within the U.S. is considered. PrizePicks offers a competitive compensation package and various benefits.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of relevant experience in UX Research, Design Research, or Human Factors Engineering
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Psychology, Human Factors, HCI, Anthropology, or related field
• Strong proficiency with qualitative or mixed-methods research and executing both evaluative and generative studies
• A portfolio or case studies highlighting your end-to-end research process and the impact your work had on an organization, team, product, and/or feature
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with and influence stakeholders
• Experience with remote testing tools (e.g., dscout, UserTesting, UserZoom, etc.)
• A deep curiosity and passion for uncovering user needs, motivations, behaviors, and pain points
• You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S

Responsibilities

• Design and execute research studies using a variety of methods including usability testing, in-depth interviews, diary studies, etc
• Own the end-to-end research process within your domain including prioritizing & scoping, recruiting participants, collecting data, synthesizing and analyzing data, and delivering findings
• Partner closely with cross-functional team members in identifying key research objectives and questions to address research needs across the product lifecycle
• Translate research findings into actionable insights, and strategic narratives through compelling storytelling and creative artifacts, reports, and read-outs
• Communicate research findings, insights, and recommendations clearly and effectively to key stakeholders, including senior leadership

Preferred Qualifications

Bonus points for having comfort/familiarity with quantitative methods (e.g., surveys, log data analysis) or an interest in developing those skills

Benefits

• Company-subsidized medical, dental, & vision plans
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Bi-annual bonus
• Flexible PTO to encourage a healthy work/life balance (2 weeks STRONGLY encouraged!)
• Generous paid leave programs, including 16-week paid parental leave and disability benefits
• Workplace flexibility and modern work schedules focused on getting the job done, not hours clocked
• Company-wide in-person events and team outings
• Lifestyle enhancement program
• Company equipment provided (Windows & Mac options)
• Annual performance reviews with opportunities for growth and career development