Ep. 11 - Exploring ResearchOps with Pedro Vargas

In this episode of 'From Finders to Builders', we welcome Pedro Vargas to discuss the significance and intricacies of ResearchOps. Pedro shares insights from his experience as a researcher starting in 2018, the importance of research jobs, and common misconceptions. The conversation also covers practical advice for first-time researchers, such as starting with simple tools and focusing on efficiency. We dive into areas like participant management, repositories, and the indispensable value of treating internal tools as products. Tune in to uncover valuable tips for anyone involved in research operations and learn how to effectively implement ResearchOps in various organizational contexts. (00:00) Introduction (01:50) Pedro's Journey into UX Research (04:27) The Importance of Research Ops (09:38) Getting Started with Research Ops (19:10) Common Misconceptions about Research Ops (22:45) Final Thoughts and Farewell Hungry for more? Subscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠From Finders to Builders newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow me ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Pedro ⁠⁠⁠⁠on LinkedIn⁠ ⁠⁠⁠or check out Research Pro.