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User Researcher

Lorien
Posted a day ago, valid for 23 days
Location

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh EH105BP, Scotland

Salary

£25,000 - £30,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The User Researcher position is a 6-month contract outside IR35 for a leading public sector client.
  • The role requires extensive experience in conducting user research, particularly in digital transformation projects.
  • Candidates should possess strong qualitative and quantitative research skills, along with knowledge of the Digital Scotland Service Standard.
  • The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience, although specific figures are not mentioned.
  • Successful applicants will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advocate for user needs and ensure inclusive design practices.

USER RESEARCHER - INITIAL 6 MONTH - OUTSIDE IR35

One of Loriens leading Public sector clients is looking for a highly experienced User Researcher The User Researcher will be responsible for understanding the needs and behaviours of users interacting with the government service's application processes. They will ensure that user insights drive the design and development of the new cloud-hosted system, enabling a seamless and efficient experience that aligns with the Digital Scotland Service Standard.Main Duties of Role

  • Plan, design, and conduct user research to gather insights on user needs, behaviours, and pain points.
  • Use a variety of research methods, including interviews, usability testing, surveys, and data analysis.
  • Collaborate with service designers and business analysts to translate user insights into actionable recommendations.
  • Advocate for users and ensure their needs are at the forefront of decision-making.
  • Work closely with the project team to ensure compliance with DSSS criteria and principles.
  • Document and share research findings to inform the development of user-centred solutions.
  • Contribute to the development of personas, user journeys, and scenarios.
  • Provide expertise in accessibility and inclusivity to ensure all users are considered.

Role CriteriaKey Skills and Experience:

  • Experience conducting user research in digital transformation projects.
  • Strong knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods.
  • Familiarity with Digital Scotland Service Standard and its application in government projects.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Experience working in multidisciplinary teams.
  • Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive design practices.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.