Part-Time User Research for Games

CONTRACT RESEARCH ASSISTANT

CompuCom is looking for part time RESEARCH ASSISTANTS to help us collect data about how people play games. We run studies covering every aspect of our games using a wide variety of methods, including gameplay telemetry, surveys, usability studies, playtests, and betas. The Research Assistants will be a big part of making our studies happen with duties including overseeing labs of participants during playtests, directly observing gameplay, taking notes, etc.

We're looking for people with good research skills, attention to detail, and a passion for games. This is a sub-entry level position, but it would be a foot in the door in the industry and a chance to see cutting-edge games research, stuff we won't be able to publish for years, as well as a chance for an early peek at games in development.

Responsibilities

- Conduct user research playtests
- Perform administrative tasks related to UR research
- Enter and code data collected during studies

Required Skills

- A burning desire to help create the best games on the market
- Understanding of basic experimental research techniques and ethics
- Ability to direct groups of research participants
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Psychology, HCI, or related background (preferred)
- Experienced shooter, RPG, and/or MMO player (preferred)