TikTok is hiring a User Researcher to lead research for its short video business and understand user preferences and behaviors across markets. The role manages research projects, delivers actionable insights, identifies growth opportunities, and partners with cross-functional teams to prioritize research aligned with business needs.
Lead user research for the short video business to help the team understand user preferences and behaviors across various markets
Manage research projects from defining objectives to delivering actionable insights, including study design, execution, and reporting
Identify growth opportunities and recommend strategies based on in-depth understanding of user needs and business goals
Work closely with cross-functional teams to proactively propose and prioritize research initiatives that align with business priorities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in fields such as Psychology, Statistics, Sociology, Marketing, Economics, International Trade, or a related field
At least 1 year of experience in market and user research, with expertise in conducting qualitative and quantitative studies
Preferred
Experience with international research
Self-motivated and curious, with a willingness to explore new approaches
Comfortable managing multiple tasks and working in a fast-paced environment
Strong team player with excellent communication and influencing skills, capable of managing projects independently
Proficient in statistical tools such as SPSS and SQL
experience in big data analysis is an advantage
Benefits
Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others.
Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
This role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
TikTok is a short-form video entertainment app and social network platform. It is a sub-organization of ByteDance.
