We are currently supporting our client in their search for an experienced UX Researcher (m/f/d) to join their team in Zurich. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment where you will contribute to user-centered product development and make a meaningful impact on the overall user experience.
In this role, you will independently lead research initiatives across various product areas, helping to inform design and business decisions through deep user insights.
This is a short-term assignment, starting as soon as possible and running until 28 October 2026 (temporary contract).

Your Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct end-to-end UX research across multiple products and user journeys
• Design and execute qualitative research studies (e.g. mainly usability testing, interviews, surveys, contextual inquiries)
• Analyse user behaviour and translate insights into actionable recommendations
• Collaborate closely with Designers, Product Managers, Engineers, and fellow Researchers
• Prioritise research initiatives in a dynamic, fast-changing environment
• Integrate complex technical and business requirements into research approaches
• Advocate for user-centered design and drive research impact across stakeholders

Your Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Computer Science, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in UX research or a comparable applied research environment
• Strong expertise in qualitative research methods and research design
• Experience working on product-focused research (e.g. usability, generative, or end-to-end studies)
• Familiarity with AI-related products or research is a strong advantage
• Proven stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage senior leadership (Director level and above)
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Key Information

• Role: UX Researcher
• Location: Zurich
• Duration: ASAP start until 28 October 2026
• Workload: 100%
• Working Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite)
• Language: English
• Working Hours: Standard business hours