HCI/HRI/UX Design Researcher

My interdisciplinary approach to UX research and design makes me unique. My academic background in anthropology, coupled with my experience in human-computer interaction and complex systems design, allows me to understand and address user needs from a holistic perspective. I’ve consistently been praised for my ability to translate complex qualitative data into actionable design insights, as seen in my work at NASA, where I successfully integrated qualitative research into the engineering process, increasing the acceptance and utilization of user insights among tech-centered engineers.

I am deeply motivated by the opportunity to solve complex problems and create products that have a meaningful impact on people’s lives. The intersection of technology and human experience is where I find the most satisfaction in my work. For example, during my time at NASA, I was motivated by the challenge of making highly technical systems more user-friendly, knowing that our work would contribute to safer and more effective operations in space.