Our UX Research team is designing for the global diversity of human needs, which requires us to deeply understand the behaviors of the people behind them. Our researchers tackle some of the most complex challenges to gain deeper insights into how people interact with each other and the world around them, and work collaboratively to contribute new ideas to products that impact the experiences of billions of people on a global scale. This job description represents different full-time roles across Meta.
We use a variety of qualitative and quantitative methods to accomplish our goals, including surveys, focus groups, field studies, usability tests, and 1:1 interviews. We value a diverse range of perspectives and stem from many different backgrounds.
We’re looking for excellent communicators who are knowledgeable about research devoted to understanding people, and curious about the relationship between technology and society. They will also need to be comfortable in a fast-moving organization, open-minded about learning new research methods, committed to high-quality and rigorous research, and focused on influencing the future of Meta.
Responsibilities
Work closely with product and business teams to identify research topics
Act as a thought leader in the domain of research, while advocating for the people who could use our products
Design and execute end-to-end custom primary research using a mixture of quantitative and qualitative research methods
Influence cross-functional partners to build with user-centricity
Develop and execute research roadmaps
Contribute to product strategy, execution and go-to-market plan
Partner with researchers, content & product designers, data scientists or engineers, product managers and software engineers
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field
Several years of experience in user experience, applied research, or product research and development
Experience conducting In-Depth Interviews or Focus Groups and Concept Testing or Usability Testing
Experience coding with R, SQL, STATA, SPSS or equivalent
Experience applying statistical analysis methods such as Regressions, ANOVA, and T-Tests
Interest in and experience executing hands-on, primary research
Experience translating research findings into narratives
Proven experience in a fast-moving organization, open to learning new research methods, committed to high-quality and rigorous research, and focused on influencing the future of Meta
Experience of consistently working under your own initiative, seeking feedback and input where appropriate
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with consumer products, consumer insights, or product development
Degrees in a human behavior related field, such as Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Sociology, Communication Studies, Information Science, Media Studies, Computer Science, or Economics
About Meta
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
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