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Published 3/30/26 10:33PM

UX Researcher (Early to Mid-Level)

DEV LAUNCHERS
Remote, Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    Need to be able to attend Sunday meetings, commit 5-10 hours a week for at least 6 months
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    2
    Cause Areas:
    Economic Development, Education, Media, Science & Technology

    Description

    About Dev Launchers

    Dev Launchers is a global nonprofit dedicated to bridging opportunity gaps through technology education and real-world experience. Our members collaborate across design, product, and engineering to build meaningful projects while developing the skills and confidence needed to advance their careers.

    The Role

    As a UX Researcher, you'll have opportunities to work with product teams to improve the Dev Launchers platform. This role is designed to help you develop industry-relevant skills and build a competitive portfolio. This is an unpaid volunteer position.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Use different research methods such as interviews, surveys, usability testing, and more, to address Dev Launchers needs.
    • Work with product teams (synchronously and/or asynchronously) to identify research opportunities, conduct research, implement findings, and incorporate user-centered principles into product designs.
    • Help with internal documentation.
    • Champion including user needs and research-based findings to inform product strategy and design.
    • Support and work with other researchers on the team.

    What We’re Looking For

    ✔️ Curiosity and passion for UX research with 0 to 4 years of experience in the field.

    ✔️ Basic understanding of user research concepts (or willingness to learn quickly).

    ✔️ Interest in receiving UX Research mentorship and participating in learning sessions.

    ✔️ Interest in improving skills needed to work with cross-functional teams.

    ✔️ Willingness to explore and use new technologies.

    ✔️ Availability of 5-10 hours per week for at least 6 months.

    ✔️ Ability to attend the following:

    • Once a month cross-group meeting occurring on Sunday, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM CST
    • Weekly research team meeting on Sunday, 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM CST

    ✔️ Willingness to engage in asynchronous/synchronous communication with other team members.

    What You'll Gain

    • Improved user experience research skills
    • Experience that can be shared in a portfolio
    • Experience working in cross-functional teams
    • Opportunities to meet and work with different people

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
    Associated Location
    Austin, TX, USA

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