Linda Werner & Associates

Linda Werner & Associates

Quantitative UX Researcher III - Wearable Technologies

United States · Mid

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 7 days ago
PythonData AnalysisData VisualizationStatisticsA/B TestingUX ResearchEmbedded SystemsAR/VRResearchCommunication

About the role

  • As a UX Researcher, you will be responsible for uncovering the user insights and feedback that guide early research and advanced development toward experiences that are useful, usable, and desirable.
  • You will contribute to an ambitious new project focused on AI wearables, advancing an initiative centered on superhuman communication and connection.

Responsibilities

  • Design and conduct research to guide the development of novel AI glasses user experiences, with a focus on speech communication and human-AI interaction, leveraging primarily quantitative UX research approaches and tools such as lab-based experimentation, statistical analysis, and surveys, supplemented by qualitative methods as needed.
  • Translate research insights into interpretable findings, measurable recommendations, and actionable insights for cross-functional partners and stakeholders.
  • Work closely with partners and stakeholders to influence the development and integration of future AI wearables experiences and solutions.
  • Partner with other UX researchers to help design research plans and specific studies.
  • Their Audio team pioneers research and development at the intersection of sound, embedded systems, and human experience, enabling new ways for people to connect, communicate, and collaborate.

Requirements

  • Proficiency in descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, surveys, and experimental design.
  • Experience with qualitative research methods (e.g., interviews, diary studies).
  • 1+ years of working in cross-functional teams.
  • English (Required)

Nice to have

  • PhD in Cognitive Psychology, Linguistics, Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Speech and Hearing Sciences, Neuroscience, or a related UX field.
  • Prior experience conducting lab-based perceptual or behavioral studies in a speech communication or human-AI interaction field (e.g., linguistics, speech sciences, voice-based AI).
  • Experience with speech communication research in academic or applied settings, including familiarity with speech input for voice AI systems or speech production research.
  • 2+ years of experience conducting attitudinal or behavioral research with wearable technology (AI glasses, headphones, smart watches, etc.).
  • Experience synthesizing qualitative insights to inform product direction.
  • Advanced proficiency in statistical analysis and data visualization (e.g., R, Python).
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, with experience tailoring messages to various stakeholders.
  • Candidates who are UX designers without research experience will not be considered for this role.

Skills

  • Our client is a leading consumer technology company driving innovation in next-generation AR/VR, AI, and wearable technologies.

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance
  • Evaluate and iterate on audio and communication features for AI wearables by understanding how users perceive, interact with, and benefit from device-based experiences.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Do you or will you in the future require any sponsorship to work in the US?

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