Mid Level Senior User Researcher Jobs
Mid level senior user researcher jobs go to researchers ready to own studies end to end, synthesize findings into strategic recommendations, and guide design decisions with limited oversight. Hiring runs across Technology & Software and Consulting & Professional Services, with Notion, Roblox, and Relativity competing for researchers at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Join a dynamic team as a Consumer Insights Analyst at a global automotive company, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the customer experience both inside and outside the vehicle. In this role, you will conduct comprehensive research to understand critical moments in the customer journey and influence product initiatives through detailed insights. This position entails a mix of in-house projects and collaborations with external vendors, focusing on blending physical and digital consumer experiences to enhance our unique value propositions.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with product teams to identify research needs and develop clear research objectives.
- Conduct both qualitative and quantitative research using methodologies such as interviews, surveys (MaxDiff, Conjoint, TURF), and usability testing.
- Manage research projects from inception to conclusion, ensuring timely execution and compliance with objectives.
- Analyze and synthesize customer feedback to derive actionable insights, documenting findings in detailed reports and presentations.
- Create and test low-fidelity prototypes to validate use-case scenarios and refine product designs.
- Monitor and analyze market trends and competitor products to identify potential opportunities and technology gaps.
- Facilitate the recruitment and management of study participants, ensuring diverse and relevant feedback.
- Maintain and archive all research data, findings, and recordings for organizational learning and compliance.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of professional experience in market research or consumer insights, with a strong preference for candidates possessing experience in the automotive industry.
- Proven ability to manage complex research projects and work collaboratively with external research vendors.
- Proficiency in using advanced research and analysis platforms, such as Qualtrics, and experience with DIY questionnaire building and analysis.
- Experience in designing and executing research that informs product development and customer experience strategies.
- Familiarity with executing detailed customer journey mappings and usability studies.
- Bachelor's degree in Market Research, Consumer Insights, Behavioral Science, or a related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience in an R&D environment.
DURATION
12+ months
LOCATION
Raymond, OH (Hybrid work arrangement - 4 days onsite)
TYPE
Contract
PAY RATE
$33 W2
TRAVEL
Minimal domestic travel, less than 5%
INTRODUCTION
Join a dynamic team as a Consumer Insights Analyst at a global automotive company, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the customer experience both inside and outside the vehicle. In this role, you will conduct comprehensive research to understand critical moments in the customer journey and influence product initiatives through detailed insights. This position entails a mix of in-house projects and collaborations with external vendors, focusing on blending physical and digital consumer experiences to enhance our unique value propositions.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with product teams to identify research needs and develop clear research objectives.
- Conduct both qualitative and quantitative research using methodologies such as interviews, surveys (MaxDiff, Conjoint, TURF), and usability testing.
- Manage research projects from inception to conclusion, ensuring timely execution and compliance with objectives.
- Analyze and synthesize customer feedback to derive actionable insights, documenting findings in detailed reports and presentations.
- Create and test low-fidelity prototypes to validate use-case scenarios and refine product designs.
- Monitor and analyze market trends and competitor products to identify potential opportunities and technology gaps.
- Facilitate the recruitment and management of study participants, ensuring diverse and relevant feedback.
- Maintain and archive all research data, findings, and recordings for organizational learning and compliance.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of professional experience in market research or consumer insights, with a strong preference for candidates possessing experience in the automotive industry.
- Proven ability to manage complex research projects and work collaboratively with external research vendors.
- Proficiency in using advanced research and analysis platforms, such as Qualtrics, and experience with DIY questionnaire building and analysis.
- Experience in designing and executing research that informs product development and customer experience strategies.
- Familiarity with executing detailed customer journey mappings and usability studies.
- Bachelor's degree in Market Research, Consumer Insights, Behavioral Science, or a related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience in an R&D environment.
DURATION
12+ months
LOCATION
Raymond, OH (Hybrid work arrangement - 4 days onsite)
TYPE
Contract
PAY RATE
$33 W2
TRAVEL
Minimal domestic travel, less than 5%
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Mid Level Senior User Researcher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level senior user researcher job?
Position your existing experience around project ownership, not just task completion. Highlight studies you led independently, decisions your findings directly influenced, and any cross-functional collaboration you drove. Tailor your portfolio to show the full arc of a research project from planning through synthesis and recommendation, and be specific about the methods you chose and why.
Which companies hire mid level senior user researchers?
Companies hiring mid level senior user researchers right now include Notion, Roblox, and Relativity, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from organizations mature enough to have dedicated research functions, including technology companies, consumer product companies, financial services firms, and healthcare organizations building out design and product teams.
Are there remote mid level senior user researcher jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid flexibility is common at this level. About 100% of mid level senior user researcher openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how research work translates well to distributed settings. On-site roles do exist, often at companies that prioritize in-person collaboration with product and design teams or require access to specialized lab facilities.
How do I move up to a mid level senior user researcher role?
The path from entry level to mid level is built through deepening your methods toolkit, taking on progressively larger research scopes, and demonstrating that your findings shape product decisions. Researchers who grow into mid level roles typically show ownership of full studies, a consistent record of translating ambiguous questions into clear research plans, and experience influencing stakeholders beyond their immediate team.
Which industries hire the most mid level senior user researchers?
Mid Level senior user researcher roles concentrate in Technology & Software and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors tend to invest in user research at the mid level because they face complex user needs, competitive product environments, or regulatory pressures that make evidence-based design decisions especially valuable.