Top 1202 Researcher Jobs in Fairfax, Va

Lead Quantitative and Qualitative Researcher- Remote
ICF —Reston, VA
- $119,323 - $202,850 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 7 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
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Content Writer
Steampunk —McLean, VA
- $75,000 - $130,000 a year
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
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Editor / Researcher
Summit Technologies, Inc —Reston, VA
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Research
- Mid-level
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Junior Vulnerability Researcher
Battelle —Chantilly, VA
- $100,000 - $147,700 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer Science
- Office
- Windows
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
Student Researcher, BS/MS, Fall 2026
Google —Washington, DC
- $98,000 - $131,000 a year
- Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science
- English
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Survey Interviewer
ICF —Reston, VA
- $25,968 - $44,146 a year
- Overtime
- Remote
- 18 years or older
- English
- High school diploma or GED
4d
Research Data Scientist
Swayable —Washington, DC
- $125,000 - $165,000 a year
- Remote
- Computer Science
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Transportation Researcher
ICF —Arlington, VA
- $55,424 - $94,221 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Office
- Opportunities for advancement
Clinical Research Coordinator I - MPS
Henry M. Jackson Foundation —Bethesda, MD
- $52,800 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Editing
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Early Career Vulnerability Researcher
Battelle —Chantilly, VA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer Science
- Office
- Windows
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
Program Analyst
Koniag Government Services —Washington, DC
- $115,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Engineering
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Research Associate II - MCCRP
Henry M. Jackson Foundation —Bethesda, MD
- $61,000 - $85,000 a year
- Part-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
9d
Health Advisor III - NIDHC
Henry M. Jackson Foundation —Bethesda, MD
- $50.87 - $76.92 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Writing skills
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
UX Research and Design
Bravo17 LLC —Washington, DC
- Full-time
- Remote
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Vulnerability Researcher
Digital Operatives —Tysons Corner, VA
- Windows
- Software development
- Senior level
Russia Researcher
Institute for the Study of War —Washington, DC
- $68,000 - $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Public speaking
- Master's degree
Quick Apply
Associate, Government Relations
Invariant LLC —Washington, DC
- $60,000 - $67,500 a year
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Learning Design Consultant
Gallup —Washington, DC
- $120,000 - $150,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Sr. Service Designer/UX Researcher
Bixal —Fairfax, VA
- $125,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 8 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
10d
AI Researcher
Booz Allen Hamilton —Chantilly, VA
- $99,000 - $225,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Flexible spending account

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Lead Quantitative and Qualitative Researcher- Remote

ICF -
Reston, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$119,323 - $202,850 a year
4 days ago

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Description

We are seeking a Lead mixed-methods researcher to join a multidisciplinary dynamic contractor team supporting a federal agency’s customer experience and human-centered design initiatives. In this role, you will lead research efforts that generate actionable, data‑driven insights to inform service design, digital product development, and policy decisions. You will work closely with stakeholders, CX strategists, designers, data analysts, engineers, and technologists to ensure that customer voices are embedded throughout the product and service lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and lead quantitative and qualitative research studies including surveys, interviews, usability tests, and ethnographic methods.
Lead survey strategy and creation, deployment, and analysis of results to uncover actionable insights and measure customer sentiment.
Ensure research practices comply with ethical standards, including informed consent and protection of personally identifiable information.
Synthesize qualitative and quantitative data into clear, compelling insights that inform design, product, and policy decisions.
Translate findings into research artifacts such as reports, personas, journey maps, service blueprints, and data visualizations.
Provide strategic direction to analysts on data visualization approaches, ensuring insights are understandable and actionable.
Present findings to stakeholders across government agencies, including senior leaders, advocating for customer-centered improvements.
Partner with CX strategists, service designers, data scientists, and technologist to validate concepts, improve usability, and enhance service delivery.
Apply Human-Centered Design and service design principles across digital and non-digital touchpoints.
Contribute to Voice of the Customer (VoC) programs by analyzing feedback channels, comment streams, and behavioral data. Contribute to a research strategy and roadmap aligned with program and agency priorities.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define CX success metrics and evaluate the impact of research‑driven recommendations on service quality and outcomes.
Support continuous improvement efforts by linking research insights to service performance and outcomes.
Thrive in a fast-paced contractor environment, adapting to evolving priorities and collaborating across multiple teams and disciplines.

Required Qualifications:

7+ years of experience in UX/CX research, market research, human factors, behavioral science, or related disciplines.
Bachelor’s degree
US Citizenship is required by the federal government for this position
Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance.
MUST RESIDE IN THE United States (U.S.) and the work MUST BE PERFORMED in the United States (U.S.), as this work is for a federal contract and laws do apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

Figma for collaborating, workshopping, prototyping and wireframing
Qualtrics for survey deployment and analytics
Usertesting.com or similar platforms for usability testing or interviews
Microsoft Office for analysis, reporting, and cross-team collaboration
Familiarity with Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools for data visualization
Demonstrated expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, including advanced survey design and mixed-methods synthesis.
Proven experience conducting service design and customer experience research (e.g., journey mapping, VoC programs, pain‑point identification).
Demonstrated experience working with federal agencies

Bot and Third-Party Applications

Please note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration. Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration. Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact [email protected] for assistance.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$119,323.00 - $202,850.00

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