Senior UX Researcher

We're supporting a global organisation at the forefront of scientific information and technology as they continue developing AI-powered products used within pharmaceutical research and early drug discovery. This is a…

Hybrid IT
Pay rate £450 – £492/day
Contract type Contract
Posted 1 September 2026

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About this contract

We're supporting a global organisation at the forefront of scientific information and technology as they continue developing AI-powered products used within pharmaceutical research and early drug discovery.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior UX Researcher who enjoys tackling complex problems, influencing product direction, and helping shape innovative digital experiences in a rapidly evolving AI landscape.

Working alongside Product Managers, Designers and Technology teams, you'll play a key role in understanding user behaviours, needs and motivations, turning research insights into meaningful product decisions.

As the successful Senior UX Researcher, you will be: 

Leading discovery-focused UX research initiatives

Planning and conducting qualitative and quantitative research

Running interviews, usability testing and UX surveys

Identifying user needs and uncovering opportunities for innovation

Collaborating closely with Product Managers, Designers and stakeholders

Examining analytics data to support research strategies

Communicating findings and recommendations in a clear and engaging way

Contributing to research operations and maintaining research repositories

To apply for the position, you will need to be able to demonstrate the following experience:

Significant experience conducting discovery-focused UX research

Strong experience with qualitative and quantitative research methodologies

Experience planning and executing UX interviews, surveys, and usability testing

Ability to translate research findings into actionable insights

Experience working with Product and Design teams throughout the product lifecycle

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Candidates who can demonstrate the above as well as the below would be favoured; the below is very much a nice-to-have:

Experience researching AI-powered products or tools

Experience within scientific, pharmaceutical or research-focused environments

Familiarity with Jobs To Be Done (JTBD) methodologies

Contract Details

London Wall (Hybrid)

Occasional travel to collaborate with the team

35-hour week

Two-stage interview process

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