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Outset

Researcher

Outset

. Own the research process end-to-end for projects and pilots, including scoping, guide design, recruitment, fieldwork oversight, and analysis .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in qualitative research, participant recruitment, and project management, with a strong ability to translate research findings into actionable insights. Proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams and delivering exceptional customer experiences in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Qualitative Research ExperienceParticipant Recruitment ManagementProject Scoping and OversightCustomer Communication SkillsResearch Study Design

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Hard Skills
Qualitative ResearchParticipant RecruitmentStudy DesignData AnalysisProject Management
Soft Skills
Strong CommunicationDetail-OrientedProactive Problem SolvingCuriosityAdaptability
Industry Keywords
Research InsightsConsultingStrategy RolesCustomer ExperienceFast-Moving Startup Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Own the research process end-to-end for projects and pilots, including scoping, guide design, recruitment, fieldwork oversight, and analysis
  • Manage participant recruitment by defining audiences and screeners, working with recruitment partners and the central Ops team, monitoring fill and quality, and troubleshooting at-risk projects
  • Partner with customers and prospects to clarify research questions or business objectives and turn them into structured studies on the platform
  • Review and optimize customer-built studies and advise prospects during evaluation
  • Manage project scoping and recruitment operations requests from Sales and customers
  • Turn qualitative data into clear, actionable findings
  • Lead customer meetings and readouts, navigate challenges, and guide customers with research expertise
  • Deliver customer experiences that build satisfaction and support pilots converting to paid engagements or continued work
  • Partner with Research Managers and the Senior Research Manager for review and guidance, and support larger accounts
  • Collaborate with Account Executives, Account Directors, and Customer Success Managers on opportunity strategy and customer goals
  • Collaborate with contractors on assigned projects
  • Flag platform and process improvements based on project patterns

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 3-5+ years in research, insights, consulting, or strategy roles
  • Strong hands-on qualitative research experience
  • Comfortable owning a study and leading customers to a successful project
  • Working knowledge of participant recruitment, including screeners, panels and vendors, incentives, and quality control
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Ability to explain research clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
  • Proactive, detail-oriented approach to juggling multiple projects and timelines
  • Curious and coachable
  • Comfortable with ambiguity in a fast-moving startup environment
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States
  • Willing to work 4 days a week onsite in the San Francisco office
  • Previous experience designing and executing research studies

Benefits

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