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Lollipop
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Principal Research Scientist
EMEA
Location
$115,000
Salary
$55/hr
Hourly Rate
89%
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Passionate about game mechanics with 10 years of experience in digital interaction. Skilled in quantitative research and player engagement strategies.
Qualitative Research
Sackthing
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Gaming Research Consultant
APAC
Location
$85,000
Salary
$41/hr
Hourly Rate
88%
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Consultant with a decade of experience in gaming research. Focused on providing actionable insights to improve game design.
Report Writing
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Lollipop
Principal Research Scientist
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Anonymous
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EMEA
Location
$115,000
Salary
$55/hr
Hourly Rate
89%
Approval Rating
Passionate about game mechanics with 10 years of experience in digital interaction. Skilled in quantitative research and player engagement strategies.
Featured Skills
Qualitative Research
Sackboy
Lead Researcher
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AMER
Location
$95,000
Salary
$46/hr
Hourly Rate
92%
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Expert in interactive game design with over 8 years in research. Strong background in user experience and innovative game mechanics.
Featured Skills
Research Methodology
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Senior Research Analyst
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Anonymous
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APAC
Location
$80,000
Salary
$38/hr
Hourly Rate
95%
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Experienced analyst specializing in game user research. Focused on improving gameplay through data-driven insights over 6 years.
Featured Skills
Quantitative Research
OddSock
Research Director
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Anonymous
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AMER
Location
$120,000
Salary
$58/hr
Hourly Rate
94%
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Over 12 years in gaming research leading innovative projects. Known for cultivating cross-functional teams that excel in user testing.
Featured Skills
Sampling Techniques
Pip
User Experience Researcher
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Anonymous
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APAC
Location
$70,000
Salary
$34/hr
Hourly Rate
87%
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Dedicated UX researcher with 5 years in the gaming industry. Focused on enhancing player tutorials and onboarding experiences.
Featured Skills
Statistical Analysis
Knitted Knight
Game Research Strategist
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Anonymous
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EMEA
Location
$100,000
Salary
$48/hr
Hourly Rate
90%
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10 years of experience in strategic game research. Expertise in player motivation and immersive game design processes.
Featured Skills
Data Collection
Bongo
Data Scientist in Game Research
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Anonymous
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EMEA
Location
$120,000
Salary
$58/hr
Hourly Rate
93%
Approval Rating
Expert in data analytics applied to game development with 7 years of experience. Specializes in predictive modeling for player behavior.
Featured Skills
Data Visualization
BC (Big Cat)
Research Manager
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Anonymous
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AMER
Location
$110,000
Salary
$53/hr
Hourly Rate
91%
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Seasoned manager with 9 years in game research management. Proficient in coordinating research initiatives across multiple teams.
Featured Skills
Thematic Analysis
Sackthing
Gaming Research Consultant
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Anonymous
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Public
APAC
Location
$85,000
Salary
$41/hr
Hourly Rate
88%
Approval Rating
Consultant with a decade of experience in gaming research. Focused on providing actionable insights to improve game design.
Featured Skills
Report Writing
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<h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Research Design</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Developing research questions based on client objectives.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Designing qualitative and quantitative research methods.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Selecting appropriate sampling techniques for studies.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating research protocols and guidelines for execution.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Data Collection</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Conducting interviews with key stakeholders and subjects.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Performing online and offline surveys for data gathering.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Administering focus groups to obtain qualitative insights.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Collecting observational data in real-world settings.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Data Analysis</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Applying statistical methods to analyze quantitative data.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Thematic analysis of qualitative data for key patterns.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Using software tools for data visualization and interpretation.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Preparing detailed reports summarizing findings and trends.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Dissemination and Presentation</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating presentations to communicate research outcomes.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Publishing research findings in academic journals.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Facilitating workshops to share insights with stakeholders.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Developing executive summaries for non-technical audiences.</div></div>

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