User Research International - UX Researcher (TEMP)

UX Designer is needed in United States.

Client: User Research International

Location: Remote

Contract: Temporary

Job Description

User Research International is looking for a temporary UX Researcher with at least 5+ years of work experience who loves new, emerging technologies. We are seeking an experienced UX Researcher II (Temp) to lead benchmarking and usability studies for advanced, cloud-based AI and developer tools. You will design and conduct structured evaluations to measure usability, efficiency, and overall user experience—turning complex technical feedback into clear, actionable insights. This role requires a researcher skilled in qualitative methods and benchmarking protocols, comfortable working in AI/ML and data-driven environments. You’ll collaborate closely with software engineers, data scientists, and developers, managing the full research process—from study design to reporting—with minimal oversight. This is a remote position.

Requirements

• 5+ years of UX research experience in technology or developer-facing environments.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and execute benchmark and usability studies independently.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in HCI, Cognitive Science, Psychology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience working with machine learning tools, APIs, or data-driven workflows is strongly preferred.

Key Skills

• Deep experience in benchmarking and qualitative usability research.
• Strong understanding of human–computer interaction and research design principles.
• Proven ability to work effectively with AI/ML practitioners, developers, and data scientists.
• Skilled in synthesizing technical feedback into actionable product insights.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Highly organized; capable of independently managing multiple concurrent projects.
• Comfort with cloud-based, developer, or AI/ML platforms.

Benefits

• Employer-paid Health/Vision/Dental
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

About Us

User Research International (URI) is growing! We are a User Experience (UX) consulting research company specializing in usability testing and market research based in Kirkland, Washington. We work with some of the most recognized brands on some of the most cutting-edge technologies, helping our clients build an in-depth understanding of their customers’ needs. Our culture is collaborative, valuing both people skills and technical skills. We operate in a fast-paced environment with quick turnaround and rich variety. Our team is passionate about enabling our clients to make their products and services more usable and accessible.

Equal Opportunity Employer

User Research values diversity and seeks to offer a safe, respectful, enjoyable workplace for all people. User Research International provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran/military status.