About This Role
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* We are seeking a skilled project manager to lead a fast-paced automotive UX study in Brazil.
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This is a 3-month contract position, working ~40 hrs/week. You will be responsible for orchestrating day-to-day study operations, assisting in moderating in-vehicle research sessions with local drivers, and providing light device/IT support to ensure smooth execution.
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Key Responsibilities:
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* Project Management & Coordination: Build and own the project plan—timelines, budget, participant milestones—working closely with the Ops Manager and UX Research Lead.
* Field & Research Execution: Moderate ~2 weeks of in-vehicle sessions in São Paulo, guiding participants through tasks and capturing high-quality data.
* Technical & Logistics Support: Prep, track, and recover equipment used to execute study; troubleshoot participant hardware, connectivity, and account issues.
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Requirements:
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* Residence/Work Authorization: Based in the greater São Paulo area; legally authorized to work as an independent contractor in Brazil.
* Language: Native-level Portuguese and professional-level English (spoken & written).
* Experience: 3+ years in project coordination, research operations, UX research, or similar.
* Tools: Google Workspace, project-management suite (Asana/JIRA), basic spreadsheets.
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Preferred Qualifications:
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* Prior automotive or in-vehicle research experience.
* Prior team management or project coordination experience.
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Contract Details:
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* Term: 3 months (~40 hrs/week).
* Hybrid: Remote most days; up to 2 weeks of on-site fieldwork.
* Compensation: Competitive monthly contractor rate in BRL, based on experience.