You're going for a UX Researcher role.
And we're rooting for you.
But does your experience match the job?
Here's what the role really asks for, and a clear way to see where you stand before you apply.
The core of the role
Four things a UX Researcher is really hired to do.
Most UX Research “skills” lists mix methods and buzzwords. These are grouped the way the work actually flows, from choosing the right study to turning what you learn into a decision the team acts on.
Plan the research
You match the method to the question and the time you have, so the study answers something that matters.
Run studies
You get real evidence from real users, through interviews, tests, and both qualitative and quantitative work.
Turn data into insight
Raw findings aren't the job. You synthesise them into something clear that a team can act on.
Ground it in the science
You draw on how people actually think and behave, so your conclusions hold up beyond one session.
Skills grounded in ESCO occupation data (European Commission) for user experience research, a strong match, then translated into plain language.
See where you stand
You're aiming for a UX Researcher role. How close are you?
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A solid partial match. Your qualitative and usability experience lands well; the quantitative and impact side is worth strengthening before you apply.
Straight answers
UX Researcher questions people usually ask.
What skills do you need to be a UX Researcher?
The backbone is four things: planning the right research, running studies well, turning findings into clear insight, and grounding it in how people actually think and behave. Method skill matters, but so does making the research land with a team.
What's the difference between a UX Researcher and a UX Designer?
Roughly: a UX Researcher discovers what users need and whether a design works; a UX Designer creates the flows and interfaces. Researchers lean on interviews, testing, and analysis; designers on craft and prototyping. On small teams one person does both, so read the actual job description.
Do you need statistics to be a UX Researcher?
For qualitative-heavy roles, not much; for roles with surveys and analytics, more. You should be comfortable with basic quantitative reasoning and know when a sample is too small to claim anything. Depth depends on the team.
How do I show UX Research skills on my CV?
Lead with the decision your research changed, not the method. “Ran usability tests” says little; “usability testing that caught a checkout blocker and lifted completion by 20%” shows the skill working. That's exactly what our scan helps you surface from your own history.
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