Microsoft Senior UX Researcher Mixed Methods 

Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver 

555906099

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Human Factors Engineering, Computer Science, Technical Communications, Information Science, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Behavioral Science, Social Sciences, or related field AND 4+ years User Experience Research experience
  • OR Master's Degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Human Factors Engineering, Computer Science, Technical Communications, Information Science, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Behavioral Science, Social Sciences, or related field AND 3+ years User Experience Research experience
  • OR Doctorate in Human-Computer Interaction, Human Factors Engineering, Computer Science, Technical Communications, Information Science, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Behavioral Science, Social Sciences, or related field AND 1+ year(s) User Experience Research experience
  • OR equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Human Factors Engineering, Computer Science, Technical Communications, Information Science, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Behavioral Science, Social Sciences, or related field AND 8+ years User Experience Research experience
  • OR Master's Degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Human Factors Engineering, Computer Science, Technical Communications, Information Science, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Behavioral Science, Social Sciences, or related field AND 6+ years User Experience Research experience
  • ORDoctorate in Human-Computer Interaction, Human Factors Engineering, Computer Science, Technical Communications, Information Science, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Behavioral Science, Social Sciences, or related field AND 3+ years User Experience Research experience.
• 3+ years relevant domain experience within technology sector.
• 3+ years experience in research methods impacting both product direction and detailed experience design.
• Proficiency in a variety of user research methods and tools, such as qualitative and quantitative analysis, remote and in-person testing, prototyping, and data visualization.
• Experience with online survey platforms, such as Qualtrics, Survey Monkey, or Microsoft Forms.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and quality.
• A portfolio of user research projects thatdemonstrateyour impact and process.

UX Research IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across Canada is CAD $108,100 - CAD $199,700 per year.

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Microsoft will accept applications for the role until November 21, 2024.

• Plan, design, and conduct user research activities such as quantitative surveys, usability tests, diary studies, and interviews.
• Partner closely with key stakeholders across design, engineering, data science, and leadership toestablishtrust and deliver actionable insights in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
• Analyze and synthesize both quantitative and qualitative user data and insights to inform design decisions and strategy.
• Communicate and present research findings and recommendations to diverse stakeholders, including product teams, senior management, and external clients.
• Mentor and coach other researchers and designers on user research methods and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and deliver user-centric digital solutions that meet user needs and business goals.