UX Researcher

3Core Systems, Inc

. Translate research and test findings into actionable, prioritized recommendations for UI designs .

Posted 10/9/2026contractChicago • Illinois • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in UX Research and UI design, with a strong ability to translate user needs into actionable design concepts. Proficient in creating UX artifacts and managing stakeholder relationships to enhance user experiences.

Highest-signal resume keywords

UX ResearchUI Design Best PracticesPrototyping ToolsData StorytellingHuman Computer Interaction

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Hard Skills

User Experience Best PracticesUI LayoutSpecificationPrototypingUser FlowsJourney MapsStoryboardsResearch MethodologiesUX Strategy DocumentationGraphic Design Theory

Soft Skills

Outstanding CommunicationOrganizationTime ManagementInterpersonal SkillsCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

B.S. in Human Computer InteractionB.S. in Human FactorsB.S. in Psychology

Industry Keywords

User ResearchUser ExperienceStakeholder ManagementConcept DevelopmentTesting and Iteration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Translate research and test findings into actionable, prioritized recommendations for UI designs
Clarify user, customer, and business needs and translate them into concepts for compelling interactions and user experiences
Facilitate user research using appropriate research methodologies
Integrate user research into product designs and design practices
Communicate prototype requirements with designers to support testing and iteration
Document key goals, themes, elements, and behaviors for downstream UI teams
Create shareable UX artifacts, including journey maps, storyboards, user flows, and reports
Document the overall UX strategy, including UI, physical attributes, and guiding principles
Prioritize research needs and backlog based on the product roadmap
Support concept development, prototyping, testing, and documentation of preferred user interfaces
Coordinate with the team to understand user needs and identify where research and testing can improve concepts
Work with designers, engineers, strategists, management, product owners, and stakeholders to communicate the vision and path forward
Document the preferred experience and manage handoff to downstream teams
Manage stakeholder relationships within an 11-member team supporting different workstreams and two interns

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience in UX Research and knowledge of user experience best practices
B.S. or higher in Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Psychology, or another UX-related field, or substitute an additional 2–3 years of experience
Thorough understanding of UI best practices, UI design, and essential graphic design theory
Ability to produce results independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Experience and proficiency in UI layout, specification, and prototyping tools
Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines
Portfolio demonstrating expertise and ability to articulate the research/design process
Outstanding communication, organization, time management, and interpersonal skills
Exceptional data storytelling capability

Benefits

Comp & perks

12-month contract duration