Research Lead
Quick answer
The New York Times is hiring a Research Lead (New York, NY; Remote - USA) with a base pay range of $150,000—$165,000 USD to lead research projects for product development and strategy.
- Role
- Research Lead
- Organization
- The New York Times
- Location
- New York, NY; Remote - USA
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $150,000—$165,000 USD
- Category
- Research & Evaluation
The role
The Research Lead role at The New York Times involves leading research projects to inform product development and strategy, focusing on the full shopping experience. The role requires experience in research methods, design thinking, and e-commerce, with a base pay range of $150,000—$165,000 USD.
What you'll do
- Lead research through a human-centered design approach
- Test prototypes, create surveys, and run alpha and beta programs
- Evaluate impact on trust and relationships with Wirecutter
- Complement research with behavioral data, proprietary and industry research, and A/B testing results
- Be a resource and partner to researchers across Marketing, Cooking, News Product, The Athletic and Games
- Manage external research vendors
What it takes
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in a relevant field
- 8+ years of research and insights experience
- 8+ years of experience implementing a range of research methods
- 3+ years of experience in the e-commerce industry
- 3+ years of experience moderating qualitative research
- 3+ years of experience summarizing complex findings into compelling narratives
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical, dental and vision benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts, company-matching 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, paid vacation, paid sick days, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement and professional development programs
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in New York, NY; it is also remote within the USA.
What is the compensation range?
The base pay range for this role is $150,000—$165,000 USD.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, 8+ years of research experience, and experience in e-commerce and qualitative research.
How do I apply?
You can apply now on The New York Times careers site.
Is the job remote?
The job is remote within the USA, but some on-site presence may be required.
How to apply
Apply directly on The New York Times's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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