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Usability Research Associate


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Company MISI Company
URL www.misicompany.com
Location New York, NY or Woodbridge, NJ

Overview

MISI Company, LTD. is currently seeking a Research Associate to join our User Experience Group. Within this role, the ideal candidate will assist in all aspects of usability/design projects, including facilitating interview sessions with research participants, collecting and preparing research data, and participating in presentations to clients. Candidates must have strong analytical, communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities:

Under the leadership of the User Experience Strategists and Analysts:

  • Identify, coordinate and schedule study participants and research facilities
  • Conduct research activities, such as interviewing participants, observing their interactions with websites, capturing focus group feedback, etc.
  • Compile and analyze notes, survey results, questionnaire responses, video tapes, etc.
  • Prepare website usability research approach and method
  • Create surveys, questionnaires, and scripts
  • Compile and document findings of the research and identify patterns and trends
  • Translate research results into actionable designs and prioritized recommendations
  • Conduct heuristic evaluations and competitive audits of websites
  • Present findings and recommendations to clients
  • Work with graphic designers, information architects & developers
  • Support the development of wireframes, mock-ups, prototypes and websites

Requirements:

  • BS/BA or work experience in psychology, human factors, human computer interaction, usability engineering, design, or related field
  • Strong computer skills, specifically MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Some travel will be required

To apply

Contact John Greenblatt, Corporate Recruiter/HR Generalist: jgreenblatt@misicompany.com

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