Research Consultant

As a Research Consultant, you will design and execute research strategies that capture diverse data and uncover actionable insights to inform client decisions. This role combines qualitative and quantitative methods with human-centered design principles to deliver evidence-based findings and recommendations. You will collaborate with strategists, designers, and technologists to ensure research outputs drive meaningful business and user outcomes.

What you will work on

• Research & Analysis:

• Identify critical research questions and select appropriate methodologies to acquire meaningful and valid data.
• Create Research plans, participant screeners, Interview guides, survey instruments, Methodology briefs, hypothesis frameworks, and other supporting materials.
• Conduct end-to-end research projects, including planning, recruitment, and execution.
• Apply a mixed-methods approach (including interviews, surveys, usability testing, and analytics) to gather insights.
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative data to uncover patterns and opportunities.
• Translate data into effective reports, data visualizations, and presentation materials to support read outs.

• Strategic Insight Development:

• Translate research findings into clear, actionable recommendations for clients.
• Create and deliver impactful Insight decks & executive summaries of research activities.
• Support the development of personas, journey maps, and other related assets based on research.
• Collaborate with strategists to align research outputs with business objectives and KPIs.

• Collaboration & Delivery:

• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams of designers, product managers, developers, etc, to validate concepts and prototypes.
• Work with senior researchers to support planning, execution, and delivery where needed.
• Produce high-quality research deliverables such as clear research reports, annotated wireframes, and other artifacts that effectively communicate insights and design recommendations.
• Participate in client workshops and ideation sessions, representing research insights. Ensure research deliverables meet quality standards and timelines
  
  
  

What you will bring

• 1-3 years of experience in UX research or a related field.
  
• Strong analytical and storytelling skills to communicate insights effectively.
  
• Familiarity with research tools (e.g., UserTesting, Optimal Workshop) and techniques.
  
• Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable outcomes.
  
• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Factors, HCI, or related field.
  
• Portfolio or examples of research deliverables required.
  
  
  
  

What you can expect

• Variety of workplace arrangements including hybrid, remote, onsite.
• Compensation commensurate with employee qualifications, experience, and other factors including geographic location, market, and operational factors.
• Pay Range: $40-50/hr. W2
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, Employee Stock Purchase plan, Professional development program, Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required)
• An inspirational place for you to do your best work, be engaged in meaningful ways, and continually develop the skills, competencies, and qualities that set our team apart.
  
  
  

What we do

As a next-generation human capital firm, we connect the best talent in the market to execute transformation and high-value projects for our global clients—solving problems in the areas of Business Transformation, Governance, Risk and Compliance, and Technology and Digital Innovation. 
Our unique consulting model allows you the radical flexibility and control you demand in the "Now of Work," enabling you to define your career path based on your expertise, passion, desire to travel, work environment and life stage. At RGP, diversity, equity and inclusion are critical underpinnings of our shared values. We recognize diversity as a strength that is cultivated through our culture, our people, and our business. 
RGP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected trait and encourage all applicants to apply.
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