User Research
Real-time demand data from active job postings. Updated weekly from the same index powering all Datamata intelligence tools.
Active listings
136
30-day trend
+9.2%
% of listings
7%
As of October 2026, User Research appears in 136 active product job listings (7% of tracked product postings).
Source: Datamata Studios — methodology and update cadence.
Skills that pair with User Research
% of User Research listings that also require each skill
Top roles hiring User Research
Active listings by role title in product
Is User Research in demand in 2026?
User Research appears in 136 active job listings in the product category — representing 7% of all tracked product postings. Over the past 30 days demand has grown 9.2%.
User Research most commonly appears alongside Stakeholder Mgmt, Prototyping, Figma in job requirements. Building proficiency in these complementary skills can significantly strengthen a candidate profile.
User Research demand FAQ
Is User Research in demand in 2026?
User Research appears in 136 active product job listings, about 7% of tracked product postings. Demand has grown 9.2% over the past 30 days.
What roles require User Research?
User Research is most in demand for Product Manager roles, followed by Product Designer and Technical PM, based on active product listings.
What skills pair with User Research?
User Research most commonly appears alongside Stakeholder Mgmt, Prototyping and Figma in job requirements.
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