Quantitative UX Research Session
AMA with Carl Pearson, PhD
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 4-5pm EST US
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Carl Pearson, PhD, is a Staff Quantitative UX Researcher at Reddit with a background in human factors psychology. He's a mixed-methods researcher by training who currently focuses on impacting product teams through quantitative methods, with previous experience at Meta, UserTesting, and Red Hat.
Beyond his research work, Carl offers career coaching and mentorship to UX researchers and writes one of the best blogs in the business,
carljpearson.com, where he shares insights on methods, career development, and stakeholder management. His recent post on
Minimum Viable Rigor in UX research is one of the most shared pieces in the UX research community on Linkedin this year.
This hour-long session is your opportunity to learn directly from a seasoned quantitative UX researcher who has worked at some of the world's leading tech companies. Whether you're just starting your research career, looking to strengthen your survey design skills, or seeking insights on navigating complex organizational dynamics, Carl's breadth of experience makes him an invaluable resource.
The goal of an AMA session is to tap into the unique experiences and insights of the featured guest. Come prepared with your questions, challenges, and curiosities about quantitative research or UX research in general. Potential questions might address:
- What it’s like to do UX research at Reddit, Meta, etc.
- Applying for roles in UX research: portfolios, resumes, interviews
- The skills or methods that are most worth learning these days
- Advice on specific research problems or challenges
