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UX Researcher job description

This page details key information about the UX Researcher job title. Keep reading to learn the core duties, average salary information and how to approach design recruitment.

What does a UX Researcher do?

User Experience (UX) Researchers are responsible for gathering data to make informed decisions about the design of a platform.

They are able to understand target users' behaviours, pain points and requirements. The role is key to ensure your website, software and applications are meeting user needs.

Key responsibilities

A typical day in the life of a User Experience Researcher includes:

  • Gathering insights to understand user behaviours, needs, pain points and desires
  • Planning and designing user research testing sessions and organising focus groups to complete usability testing
  • Leading on the research strategy, implementing new types of research studies to access better insights
  • Analysing the results of research studies to identify opportunities and prioritise workload
  • Communicating and working closely with teams across the business including, product, design, marketing and engineering


Skills and requirements

The ideal candidate would possess:

  • At least 3 years of experience in User Researcher jobs and/or similar research roles
  • Strong communications skills, with the ability to digest and visually present both quantitative and qualitative data to stakeholders
  • Proven experience in a variety of UX research methods across a range of tools and software
  • Experience working in a product-led business in the financial services, health or tech sector
  • The ability to work closely with Product Managers and UX Designers to achieve your shared goals
Salary expectations

What is a UX Researcher paid?

Salary brackets can vary depending on the location, experience and size of business. The expected salary of a UX Researcher in the UK is:

  • London: £40,000 - £85,000
  • Manchester: £35,000 - £70,000
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When to hire a UX Researcher?

This design research job title is most commonly found in businesses with complex products, such as the finance, health and tech sectors. Larger businesses with a dedicated data, analytics and research team consistently hire for User Experience Researchers. They play a key role in ensuring their product always meets user expectations. 

Dedicated researchers are crucial when developing a new product. They're able to delve into the details of qualitative and quantitative data, helping product development teams to prioritise.

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