Quantitative User Researcher
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Summary
Designs and runs user studies to validate Apple product performance, analyzing data to inform product decisions using statistical tools like R or Python.
Apple is seeking a Quantitative User Researcher to join our team supporting the design and execution of user studies that validate the performance of Apple products. In this role, you will partner closely with engineering, design, research operations, and study facilitator teams to design and implement research studies that directly inform product decisions. Your work will directly shape products used by hundreds of millions of people worldwide.
This role operates at the intersection of various disciplines, necessitating collaboration with highly technical partners, rapid adaptation to new domains, and simultaneous management of multiple projects. It demands both scientific expertise and the ability to translate intricate technical requirements into well-designed human subjects research. Success in this role entails translating a deep understanding of how users, use cases, and user behaviors influence product performance into actionable data that informs product decisions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Advanced degree (M.S.) in Biomedical Engineering, Human Factors, Experimental Psychology, HCI, or a related field — or equivalent practical experience
- 5+ years industry experience, with demonstrated history of designing and executing controlled human subjects studies
- Strong proficiency in statistical analysis (e.g., regression, ANOVA)
- Proficiency with data processing and statistical tools such as R or Python
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical findings to diverse audiences
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree (PhD.) in Biomedical Engineering, Human Factors, Experimental Psychology, HCI, or a related field — or equivalent practical experience
- 3+ years industry experience, with demonstrated history of designing and executing controlled human subjects studies
- Background in biometric measurement, wearables studies, or product performance benchmarking
- Ability to craft compelling, audience-tailored presentations that distill complex data into clear narratives
- Experience leveraging AI tools to accelerate study design, analysis, and insights synthesis
- Experience working in cross-functional product development environments alongside engineering and design teams