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Nielsen Norman Group is looking for talented research assistants who are currently enrolled as undergraduate or graduate students at a university or college. This is a paid, part-time, remote position.
Application Deadline: March 14, 2025
Benefits
- Mentorship from world-class UX experts at NN/g.
- Free access to NN/g’s virtual UX courses
- Opportunity to gain UX Certification for free (must pass the corresponding exams)
- Possibility of transitioning into a regular staff position
Available Positions
We are hiring for three types of research-assistant positions:
- Qualitative Research Assistant
- Data Research Assistant
- Instructional-Design Assistant
General Requirements
- Undergraduate or graduate student currently enrolled at a university
- Expected graduation date: Dec 2025 or later
- Majors: human-computer interaction, human factors, user experience, cognitive science, psychology, computer science, statistics, instructional design, or another UX-related program
- Ability to work year round, with a minimum commitment of 10 hours per week
- Quick, self-motivated learner
- High productivity and responsiveness
- Excellent English-language skills (both written and oral)
- (Bonus but not required) Fluency in other languages and familiarity with other cultures
Position-Specific Responsibilities and Skills
1. Qualitative Research Assistants
Qualitative research assistants will conduct a variety of UX-research activities under the supervision of an NN/g staff member.
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Strong knowledge of research methodology and human-behavior principles
- Experience with qualitative research methods such as interviews and usability testing
- Strong analytical and communication skills
Note: We are not hiring design assistants currently.
2. Data Research Assistants
Data research assistants will support NN/g with various data-collection activities and will work on automating internal data-related flows and processes.
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Knowledge of R programming and statistical analysis
- Strong programming skills (Python or similar languages preferred)
- Experience with 3-tier web-app development and Google Apps scripts
- Experience interfacing with analytics and social-media systems
- (Bonus but not required) Familiarity with data-visualization tools (e.g., Tableau)
3. Instructional-Design Assistants
Instructional-design assistants will support UX-training curriculum and course development and audit educational content, providing feedback and suggestions.
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Prior experience in an instructional design or support role (preferred)
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to critically evaluate and improve educational content
Location: Fully remote
How to Apply
Please fill out this form by March 14, 2025. You will be required to log into a Google Account to upload your cover letter and resume.
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