User Research Intern

As a User Research Intern at AminoChain, your primary responsibilities include planning and conducting mixed-method user research studies such as user interviews, surveys, and usability tests. You'll also assist in participant recruitment, analyze data to identify user needs, and create personas and journey maps. This hands-on role will allow you to engage directly in improving user experiences, making a significant impact on our product design process.

To apply for the User Research Intern position at AminoChain, you should be pursuing a degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Design, or a related field. A strong interest in user research, excellent analytical skills, and proficiency with data analysis tools are essential. Experience with design tools like Figma is a plus but not mandatory.

The work environment at AminoChain is collaborative and supportive, where you’ll be working alongside a smart team eager to challenge and assist one another. As a User Research Intern, you will receive mentorship from our founding members and be part of a small foundational team dedicated to building impactful tools in the biotech space.

User Research Interns at AminoChain can expect valuable mentorship from our founding members who are industry experts. This guidance will provide critical insights into user experience research and design practices, allowing you to grow professionally while contributing meaningfully to our projects.

As a User Research Intern at AminoChain, you will utilize various user research methodologies, including interviews, surveys, and usability tests. Familiarity with data analysis and visualization tools like Excel and PowerPoint will be beneficial. Additionally, proficiency in design tools such as Figma will enhance your ability to contribute effectively.

When answering this question, discuss specific methodologies you have used, such as user interviews, surveys, or usability testing. Share examples of how you applied these methods in past projects, emphasizing how you analyzed results and implemented improvements based on user feedback.

Discuss your approach to identifying and prioritizing user needs. Explain how you would segment users, analyze data trends, and involve stakeholders in decision-making to ensure that the most critical user needs are met and incorporated into design processes.

Outline your process for preparing for a usability test, including defining goals, selecting appropriate tasks for users, refining your participant screening criteria, and ensuring that the testing environment is optimal. Mention the importance of pre-test interviews or surveys to gather context.

Explain your approach to qualitative data analysis, such as coding interview transcripts, identifying themes, and synthesizing findings into actionable insights. Emphasize the value of drawing from user quotes to support your conclusions and recommendations.

Provide a concrete example where you recognized a specific user pain point through research. Describe how you identified it, the impact it had on user experience, and how you communicated this finding to the team or stakeholders for improvement.

Discuss the tools you are familiar with, such as Excel, PowerPoint, or any specific data visualization software. Mention how you have utilized these tools in the past to effectively communicate research findings and insights to your team.

Address how you approach conflicting feedback by seeking to understand the context of each user's experience. Discuss techniques like affinity diagramming to group feedback, and how you prioritize it based on user demographics, goals, and the product's objectives.

Outline your strategies for presenting findings clearly and concisely to stakeholders. Discuss tailoring your presentation to different audiences, using storytelling techniques, and employing visuals to better communicate your insights and recommendations.

Share methods you use to ensure inclusivity in your research, such as recruiting diverse participants and considering accessibility in usability tests. Discuss the importance of understanding a wide range of user needs to create a comprehensive user experience.

Discuss your passion for user experience and how it aligns with AminoChain's mission in the biotech space. Mention your eagerness to learn from the team and contribute to impactful projects, emphasizing how this role fits into your career aspirations in user research.