Behavioral Scientist / Researcher (Consumer, Insights)

Role &

Responsibilities The User Researcher is responsible for generating deep, psychology-backed insights into user behavior, motivations, and decision-making within fintech and digital financial products. The role focuses on applying behavioral science, cognitive psychology, and quantitative/qualitative research methods to uncover latent user needs and translate them into actionable inputs for design, product, and business strategy. The role ensures user-centric, evidence-based decision-making across the organization. A - Minimum required Accountabilities for this role- - Conduct in-depth moderated and unmoderated user interviews using psychological frameworks (e.g., Prospect Theory, Cognitive Dissonance, System 1 & 2) to uncover latent motivations, emotional drivers, and behavioral barriers.

• Design, deploy, and analyze quantitative research studies (surveys, questionnaires, experiments) grounded in validated psychological models such as Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), Big Five Personality Traits, and Self-Determination Theory.
• Synthesize qualitative and quantitative data into actionable insights by identifying underlying cognitive and behavioral patterns (e.g., loss aversion, anchoring bias, trust erosion).
• Translate research findings into structured outputs such as personas, mental models, journey maps, and behavioral frameworks that predict user behavior.
• Test UI/UX prototypes through usability and concept validation studies using tools like Figma, Maze, and UserTesting, leveraging models such as Fogg’s Behavior Model.
• Own end-to-end research execution including study design, participant recruitment, psychometric segmentation, data analysis, and insight storytelling. B - Additional Accountabilities pertaining to the role- - Partner closely with design, product, and business teams to convert behavioral insights into bias-aware recommendations, nudges, and experience improvements.
• Monitor fintech and behavioral science trends (e.g., hyperbolic discounting, decision fatigue) through diary studies, ethnographic research, and secondary analysis.
• Support business KPIs such as conversion, engagement, retention, and trust through evidence-backed research inputs.
• Contribute to the development of internal research standards, methodologies, and best practices.

Ideal

Candidate - Strong Behavioral Research / Behavioral Insights / Consumer Behavior Research Profiles

• Mandatory (Experience 1): Must have 2+ years of experience in Behavioral Research, Consumer Behavior Analysis, Behavioral Science, or Market Research, focusing on understanding user motivations, decision patterns, and digital behavior
• Mandatory (Experience 2): Must have hands-on experience conducting primary and secondary research, including qualitative and quantitative research methods such as interviews, ethnographic studies, surveys, behavioral experiments, and observational research
• Mandatory (Experience 3) : Experience analyzing user behavior patterns, engagement trends, and digital interaction journeys to generate insights that influence product design, feature development, or platform experience improvements
• Mandatory (Experience 4): Must have exposure to data analysis or data mining of user behavior datasets, combining research insights with behavioral data to identify patterns, anomalies, or opportunities for product innovation
• Mandatory (Skills 1): Strong understanding of Behavioral Science principles such as Cognitive Bias, Cognitive Dissonance, System 1 & System 2 Thinking, Decision Science, or Consumer Psychology
• Mandatory (Skills 2): Experience in testing concepts, prototypes, or product ideas through usability testing, concept validation, or behavioral experimentation to evaluate user response and product effectiveness
• Mandatory (Skills 3): Ability to synthesize research findings into actionable insights, hypotheses, and recommendations for Product, Design, or Business teams
• Mandatory (Skills 4): Basic understanding of UI/UX and digital product journeys, including how users interact with mobile apps or web platforms, though this is not a design role
• Mandatory (Education): Background in Behavioral Science, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, Ethnography, Cognitive Science, or related fields (BA/MA/MSc/BSc)
• Candidates from institutes with strong behavioral research exposure are preferred
• Mandatory (Company): Candidates from B2C consumer product organizations where user behavior is closely tracked and analyzed, such as consumer tech, fintech, e-commerce, or digital platforms
• Mandatory (Note):This is not a pure UX Researcher or Data Analyst role. The client is looking for Design Thinking–oriented Behavioral Researchers who combine behavioral science, research methodologies, and behavioral data analysis to generate insights
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