Associate Player Experience Researcher

Warner Bros. Discovery

. Prepare and conduct research studies .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeMontreal • CanadaJuniorMid-Level💰 CA$78,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in user research methodologies, including qualitative and quantitative research design, with a strong focus on the video game industry. Proficient in facilitating testing sessions and communicating findings effectively to development teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

User Research ExperienceResearch Design KnowledgeVideo Game Industry ExperienceFacilitation of Testing SessionsMaster's Degree in Relevant Field

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Hard Skills

Research MethodologiesQualitative ResearchQuantitative ResearchUsability TestingSurvey DesignGame Design TheoryParticipant RecruitmentResearch ReportingData AnalysisVideo Game Playtesting

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam CoordinationNeutral FacilitationPassion for Video Games

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcelWordOutlook

Industry Keywords

Human-Computer InteractionExperimental PsychologyHuman FactorsAAA Game DevelopmentOpen-World Action-AdventurePremium Mobile Games

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and conduct research studies
Determine and apply appropriate research methodologies and design the required surveys under the supervision of research leadership
Recruit the required number of participants with the appropriate profile for each study
Facilitate in-person testing sessions, including usability tests, video game playtests, and one-on-one sessions
Observe participant behavior and communicate findings to the team
Submit daily notes and observations for each test
Write research reports and present findings to various development teams
Facilitate each video game playtesting and usability testing session in a neutral, unbiased manner
Make recommendations based on the findings
Assign tasks and coordinate work with research support staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

A master’s degree is required in experimental psychology, human-computer interaction (HCI), anthropology, human factors, or a related field
At least 1 year of experience in a user research role within the video game industry
Contributed to at least 1 shipped AAA open-world action-adventure title for console/PC and 1 premium mobile game
Strong knowledge of research design and qualitative and quantitative methodologies
Experience independently facilitating large groups
Excellent organizational skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
Strong knowledge of game design theory and the video game development process
Genuine passion for video games in all their forms
English proficiency required, both written and spoken
Must reside in the Greater Montreal area

Benefits

Comp & perks

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), subject to applicable plan terms
Certain benefits and perks, subject to applicable employer plans or policies
Permanent position