UX Researcher + Design Strategist

Role Overview

UX Researcher + Design Strategist (remote contract) You will support innovation research for emerging technologies and next-generation device experiences, turning deep qualitative insights into clear frameworks and actionable concepts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and synthesize qualitative research to uncover human needs, cultural shifts, and innovation opportunities.
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative inputs, translating them into insights, recommendations, and durable strategic frameworks.
• Create visually engaging presentations, reports, and research artifacts using design tools and AI-enabled platforms.
• Facilitate workshops and working sessions to share findings and activate research across teams.
• Partner with design and product stakeholders to translate long-term insights into near-term concepts and actions.
• Collaborate with research peers to expand existing work into new questions and future research roadmaps.
• Contribute to speculative concepts, design briefs, and other creative outputs that inform innovation efforts.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in research, especially early-stage, generative design research.
• Deep qualitative expertise including ethnographic, semiotic, co-design, and other design research approaches.
• Ability to translate research into strategic narratives, scenarios, principles, and actionable frameworks.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Comfort using Figma and other creative/AI-supported platforms.
• Ability to conduct in-context, in-person research when needed (including travel).
• Portfolio demonstrating research impact and innovation-focused strategic influence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on innovative products, new concepts, or future-facing initiatives.
• Background in devices, digital products, or other technology-driven environments.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies such as AI or XR.
• Experience with multimodal interactions (touch, voice, mediated control).
• Ability to develop immersive materials (e.g., scenarios, design provocations, workshop content).
• Strong cross-functional collaboration mindset.

Compensation & Logistics

• Remote contract role
• Pay range: $51–$89 per hour based on qualifications and experience.
• Applications accepted for 4 weeks.