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Job Details
Job#: 2024417
Job Description:
Sr. UX Researcher
The Upstream division of a top oil & gas client makes multi-million dollar decisions every day to locate and produce energy products that will power and enable communities around the world. Forming and communicating these decisions requires a team of the most talented scientists, engineers, and operators to collect and analyze large, highly-technical data . As if thats not hard enough, we find that these super-brains are frequently saddled with manual, inefficient tools and processes.
As part of our UX research team, youll drive business strategy by conducting generative and evaluative research to build a baseline understanding of the users current state and to identify opportunities - sometimes obvious, other times requiring strong insight capabilities. You will also work with project teams to define the value potential of an opportunity and develop potential solutions.
In return, youll have opportunities to work with users across the globe to return crucial insights and gain a deep understanding of the unique, scientific challenges of the Oil & Gas industry. You'll also be part of a highly-collaborative team of some of the most talented UX designers and researchers in the business making marked improvements on how our users/customers work.
Job Responsibilities
Qualifications
Our company forges new paths, embraces energy efficiency, and advances technology to deliver energy to the world. Our campus, on the north side of Houston, is nestled among 385 wooded acres and is designed for collaboration, wellness, and sustainability. Our office is LEED Gold certified with ample natural light and many amenities.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Job Description:
Sr. UX Researcher
The Upstream division of a top oil & gas client makes multi-million dollar decisions every day to locate and produce energy products that will power and enable communities around the world. Forming and communicating these decisions requires a team of the most talented scientists, engineers, and operators to collect and analyze large, highly-technical data . As if thats not hard enough, we find that these super-brains are frequently saddled with manual, inefficient tools and processes.
As part of our UX research team, youll drive business strategy by conducting generative and evaluative research to build a baseline understanding of the users current state and to identify opportunities - sometimes obvious, other times requiring strong insight capabilities. You will also work with project teams to define the value potential of an opportunity and develop potential solutions.
In return, youll have opportunities to work with users across the globe to return crucial insights and gain a deep understanding of the unique, scientific challenges of the Oil & Gas industry. You'll also be part of a highly-collaborative team of some of the most talented UX designers and researchers in the business making marked improvements on how our users/customers work.
Job Responsibilities
- Develop research strategies that will not only answer known questions but may reveal previously unidentified factors that should be considered.
- Design and conduct generative and evaluative research.
- Collect, store, and steward qualitative and quantitative data.
- Communicate, influence, and collaborate with stakeholders and project teams.
- Adapt and flex to dynamic project needs and priorities.
- Scope problems and objectives that may not be clear to stakeholders and project teams.
- Advocate and evangelize to teams who are not yet familiar with UX design and research.
Qualifications
- BS, MS, or PhD in Anthropology, Psychology, Human Factors, Information Science, or similar field
- Experience leading substantial qualitative and mixed methods research projects.
- Understanding of, and interest in, various UX research methodologies including user interviews, work shadows, focus groups, usability tests and more.
- Have work samples which demonstrates your research process and methods as well as your ability to clearly convey your findings
- Be able to work onsite at our campus in Spring, TX almost all of the time
Our company forges new paths, embraces energy efficiency, and advances technology to deliver energy to the world. Our campus, on the north side of Houston, is nestled among 385 wooded acres and is designed for collaboration, wellness, and sustainability. Our office is LEED Gold certified with ample natural light and many amenities.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.