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Renaissance is hiring a User Researcher II to lead qualitative and quantitative research that shapes product decisions across its pre-K-12 learning platforms. In this role you'll partner with UX designers, product managers, and engineers to turn user interviews, usability tests, and survey data into insights that guide design and product strategy.

Highlights

Design and execute end-to-end research studies using both qualitative and quantitative methods, from user interviews and usability testing to surveys and card sorting.
Contribute to A/B testing initiatives that validate design decisions before they reach Renaissance's pre-K-12 learning platforms, used in more than a third of US schools and 100+ countries.
Synthesize findings into clear, compelling narratives and present actionable recommendations to cross-functional teams of designers, product managers, and engineers.
Monitor and analyze user behavior metrics and usability benchmarks, working alongside senior researchers to sharpen the team's evaluation methods.
Support research operations end to end, including participant recruitment, scheduling, and maintaining the team's research repository.
Bring a degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Anthropology, Psychology, Cognitive Science, or a related field, plus 3-5 years of UX research experience.
Apply working knowledge of survey design and basic statistical analysis alongside hands-on qualitative methods like contextual inquiry and observational studies.
Earn a base salary of $82,200-$113,100 in this fully remote (#LI-Remote) position with full benefits, including 401(k) match and tuition reimbursement.

User Researcher II Full Description

About Renaissance

When you join Renaissance®, you join a global leader in pre-K–12 education technology! Renaissance’s solutions help educators analyze, customize, and plan personalized learning paths for students, allowing time for what matters—creating energizing learning experiences in the classroom. Our fiercely passionate employees and educational partners have helped drive phenomenal student growth, with Renaissance solutions being used in over one-third of US schools and in more than 100 countries worldwide.

Every day, we are connected to our mission by exemplifying our values: trust each other, win together, strive for the best, own our actions, and grow and evolve.

Job Description

Under general supervision, plan and execute research initiatives that generate meaningful insights and communicate findings through clear, compelling narratives. Collaborate with UX designers, product managers, product owners, and engineers to help inform product strategy, discover new opportunities, and validate design decisions that enhance the user experience and drive product optimization.

In this role as a UX Researcher II, you will be responsible for:

Design, plan, and execute end-to-end research studies using appropriate qualitative and quantitative methodologies with guidance from senior team members
Conduct and synthesize research projects including user interviews, usability testing sessions, surveys, card sorting, and contribute to A/B testing initiatives
Synthesize research findings into clear, actionable insights and present recommendations to cross-functional teams with a compelling, influential story.
Analyze insights from research sessions to identify key opportunities and user needs
Works collaboratively and communicates effectively with peers and managers
Monitor and analyze user behavior metrics and usability benchmarks with support from senior researchers
Support the evaluation and optimization of research methodologies to improve quality and efficiency of insights
Assist with research operations including participant recruitment, scheduling, and research repository maintenance

Qualifications

For this role as a UX Researcher II, you should have:

Degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Anthropology, Social Science, Design Research, Psychology, Cognitive Science or related field
3-5 years of experience in UX Research or equivalent combination of education and experience
Proficiency in qualitative research methods including interviews, contextual inquiry and observational studies
Working knowledge of quantitative research methods including survey design and basic statistical analysis
Familiarity with mixed-methods research approaches
Experience with evaluative research including usability testing and heuristic evaluation
Exposure to generative and exploratory research techniques
Ability to execute research protocols and discussion guides
Experience with participant recruitment and screening
Understanding of research ethics and informed consent practices
Experience conducting research with diverse user groups

Bonus Points:

Portfolio showcasing research projects, methodologies applied, and measurable impact on product outcomes

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Salary Range: The base range for this position is $82,200.00 - $113,100.00. This range is based on national market data and may vary by experience and location.

#LI-Remote

Benefits for eligible US employees include:

World Class Health Benefits: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Telehealth
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company match
Paid Vacation and Sick Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
Parental Leave (20 total weeks with 14 weeks paid) & Milk Stork program
Tuition Reimbursement
Life & Disability Insurance
Well-being and Employee Assistance Programs

Benefits listed apply to eligible U.S. employees in accordance with Renaissance’s benefits eligibility criteria. Contractor and other non‑employee roles are not eligible for Renaissance employee benefits.

Frequently cited statistics show that some women, underrepresented individuals, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities may only apply to roles if they meet 100% of the qualifications. At Renaissance, we encourage all applications. Roles evolve over time, especially with innovation, and you may be just the person we need for the future!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Renaissance is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate with respect to any term, condition or privilege of employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, or status of an individual in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Reasonable Accommodations

Renaissance also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

Employment Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

For more information about Renaissance, visit: https://www.renaissance.com

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