I am looking for a user research role that values innovation and collaboration, offering opportunities for growth and impactful research with emerging technologies.
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Tyreek Houston
@tyreekhouston
Experienced User Experience Researcher driving product innovation through strategic research.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a Research Leader with over 10 years of experience in driving product innovation through mixed-methods research across AI and blockchain domains. As a Senior II User Experience Researcher at ConsenSys, I have proven expertise in scaling research operations and delivering actionable insights that shape enterprise product roadmaps. My work has consistently resulted in profitable decision-making and enhanced user engagement metrics.
Throughout my career, I have led strategic mixed-methods research initiatives that have significantly impacted product decisions. I developed and implemented the first mobile usability testing framework, which reshaped the mobile product roadmap. Additionally, I have expanded research capabilities by 50% through strategic tool procurement and process optimization, enabling faster research cycles and improved insights delivery across departments.
I am passionate about mentoring junior researchers and fostering a collaborative environment. My leadership in establishing foundational research practices for blockchain products has empowered teams to conduct self-directed studies, resulting in increased research bandwidth and improved product features. I am committed to leveraging community insights to inform product development and drive user-centric innovation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
COLed strategic mixed-methods research initiatives for blockchain products, driving product decisions through qualitative and quantitative insights. Managed cross-functional stakeholder relationships while mentoring junior researchers in research methodologies and best practices.
COLed end-to-end mixed-methods research studies, including usability testing and exploratory research for Web3 products. Managed research operations, including tool procurement and process optimization for cross-functional teams.
COPioneered and scaled research operations in Web3, specializing in privacy-conscious panel building and community-led research methodologies. Established foundational research practices for blockchain products.
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Led strategic research initiatives for CMS healthcare products. Supported digital transformation in government healthcare systems.
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User Experience Researcher
Optum Technology
May 2016 - Feb 2020 (3 years 9 months)
Led digital transformation initiatives. Conducted strategic research to optimize internal innovation tools.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
RURutgers University
Master of Library and Information Science, Library and Information Science
Completed a Master of Library and Information Science at Rutgers University. Focused on advanced studies in information organization, retrieval, and user experience within library and information systems.
RURutgers University
Bachelor of Arts, Information Technology
Obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Information Technology from Rutgers University. Gained foundational knowledge in information systems, technology applications, and their impact on various domains.
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130k-180k USD
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