Job Description

Senior Researcher

Activision is looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Researcher to carry out user research on some of the worlds best-known franchises. Your role will primarily focus on conducting research on various Activision mobile projects. The ideal candidate is a motivated and experienced researcher familiar with testing mobile and/or live ops games for playability and usability.

Responsibilities

Executes User Research studies and activities

Conducts and oversees user research for at least one game title under the direction of the manager, including all stages from planning to execution
Carries out research using a variety of methods, including, but not limited to: usability testing, balance testing, focus groups, interviews, surveys, heuristic evaluations, card sorts, exploratory research, and field studies
Crafts and edits reports and surveys
Communicates summarized research results directly to development teams for discussion and future implementation
Offers design suggestions based on observation, research, and expertise
Challenges stakeholders when research value becomes sub-optimal
Provides input on how processes can be improved
Oversees and coaches contract staff on an as-needed basis
Occasionally travels to run on-site tests or to act as research expert

Qualifications

Bachelors degree required (preferred branches of psychology, anthropology, human factors, human computer interaction, communications, market research, game design, or related field). Advanced degree preferred
Must have a passion for user research and video games
At least six years of experience conducting or overseeing user experience research. Experience testing mobile or live ops games is a plus
Excellent interpersonal communication (both written and verbal)
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Adaptable and quick learner that enjoys tackling a large variety of problems
An understanding of, and experience with, conducting scientific studies with participants of all ages