Role Title: UX Designer — Research Synthesis & Written Communication
Role Type: Contract
Location: Remote
Required Skills:
UX Design
User Research
Usability Testing
Heuristic
Evaluation
Information Architecture
Interaction Design
UX Audits
Research Synthesis
Accessibility (WCAG)
Usability Report Writing
Attention to detail
Scope of Work:
Analyze user research data to identify patterns, user needs, and actionable insights.
Conduct heuristic evaluations and UX audits to assess product usability and alignment with best practices.
Organize findings into well-structured research summaries, usability reports, and rationale documents.
Evaluate and document information architecture and interaction design decisions.
Apply accessibility standards (WCAG) to audit and improve digital products for inclusivity.
Produce clear, precise written communications that convey research outcomes and design rationales to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Synthesize and resolve complex or conflicting data points to deliver concise, evidence-based recommendations.
Preferred Qualifications:
3+ years of expertise in UX design, user research, usability testing, or related domains.
Demonstrated experience authoring research syntheses, usability evaluations, UX audit reports, or similar documentation.
Proficiency with heuristic analysis, information architecture, and interaction design principles.
Strong understanding of accessibility guidelines such as WCAG and their practical application.
Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to communicate intricate concepts in clear written English.
Track record of synthesizing complex research findings into actionable, structured outputs.
Background with leading universities or highly regarded organizations is especially valued.
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