Job Title: UX Researcher – Digital Interaction (Contract)
Location: West Midlands (On-site / Flexi)
Job Type: Contract / Freelance
Duration: 10 months
Start Date: June 2026
Rate: Circa £50,000 pro rata (£29.33/hr)
About the Role
A world-class iconic automotive brand is looking for a hands-on UX Researcher to join their multidisciplinary design and research team. You'll plan and execute usability testing across in-vehicle systems, VR simulators and functional prototypes — working in an agile sprint-based environment where your research directly shapes design decisions on next-generation vehicles.
You Will:
* Plan and run UX testing across vehicles, simulators and digital prototypes
* Conduct usability testing using qualitative and quantitative methods
* Collaborate with UX Designers to identify friction points and improve usability
* Present findings clearly to internal design and product teams
* Support concept validation through to final product assessment
You'll Need:
* Solid usability testing and user research experience
* Confident testing across physical, digital and immersive prototypes
* User-centred design principles knowledge
* Agile, delivery-focused mindset
* Full UK driving licence ✅
Bonus Points For:
* Automotive UX or HMI knowledge
* Eye-tracking or behavioural analytics experience
* Accessibility best practices awareness