UX Researcher (Early to Mid-Level)

About Dev Launchers

Dev Launchers is a global nonprofit dedicated to bridging opportunity gaps through technology education and real-world experience. Our members collaborate across design, product, and engineering to build meaningful projects while developing the skills and confidence needed to advance their careers.

The Role

As a UX Researcher, you'll have opportunities to work with product teams to improve the Dev Launchers platform. This role is designed to help you develop industry-relevant skills and build a competitive portfolio. This is an unpaid volunteer position.

Key Responsibilities

• Use different research methods such as interviews, surveys, usability testing, and more, to address Dev Launchers needs.
• Work with product teams (synchronously and/or asynchronously) to identify research opportunities, conduct research, implement findings, and incorporate user-centered principles into product designs.
• Help with internal documentation.
• Champion including user needs and research-based findings to inform product strategy and design.
• Support and work with other researchers on the team.

What We’re Looking For

✔️ Curiosity and passion for UX research with 0 to 4 years of experience in the field.

✔️ Basic understanding of user research concepts (or willingness to learn quickly).

✔️ Interest in receiving UX Research mentorship and participating in learning sessions.

✔️ Interest in improving skills needed to work with cross-functional teams.

✔️ Willingness to explore and use new technologies.

✔️ Availability of 5-10 hours per week for at least 6 months.

✔️ Ability to attend the following

• Once a month cross-group meeting occurring on Sunday, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM CST
• Weekly research team meeting on Sunday, 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM CST

✔️ Willingness to engage in asynchronous/synchronous communication with other team members.

What You'll Gain

• Improved user experience research skills
• Experience that can be shared in a portfolio
• Experience working in cross-functional teams
• Opportunities to meet and work with different people