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My name is Vanya, and I specialize in mixed-method user research, and usability testing. I am adept at translating insights into actionable product strategies and business goals.

Beyond my professional pursuits, I enjoy traveling, backpacking, and building connections with humans, and kittens or cats.
My hobbies include crocheting, stitching, and sewing, which reflect my creative and detail-oriented nature. I am a curious and adaptable individual who readily acquires new skills.
Currently building my language fluency in Spanish!

I am passionate about fostering strong in-person connections and believe that a hybrid or on-site work environment would best facilitate my professional growth and contributions. As a lifelong learner, I am seeking opportunities to leverage my user research and psychology skills to address complex product challenges and create innovative solutions that positively impact customers' lives.

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Years of Experience

M.S HCI

Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

My skills

I am passionate about communication and the art of persuasion. I love understanding how and why people react the certain way and what drives them. This passion of mine led me to pursue user research field.

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Usability Test
Contextual Inquiry
User Interviews
Unmoderated Testing
Card Sorting/ Tree Testing
Survey Design

My work

Process

My research technique is contemplative, speculative, and critical to make solutions accessible, inclusive, and ethical to users while minimizing unwanted or unexpected technological consequences.
I am collaborative, empathetic in my approach to connect with stakeholders.

1
Data Gathering

I excel at building strong relationships with stakeholders to establish a shared understanding of project goals. By asking strategic questions, I gather comprehensive information to drive effective research.

2
Secondary Research

My research process involves a deep dive into analytics, external sources, and historical data to uncover underlying trends and patterns. This approach ensures continuity, fosters collaboration, and prevents redundant efforts.

3
Research Scoping

I begin each project by defining clear objectives, identifying key challenges, and developing measurable research questions. This structured approach ensures that our research is focused and impactful.

4
Research Proposal

I carefully select research methodologies that align with project objectives, resource constraints, and timelines. My goal is to employ efficient and effective methods that deliver actionable insights.

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Research Execution & Analysis

I employ unbiased screeners, interview protocols, and surveys to ensure data quality and integrity. Through meticulous analysis, I identify patterns, trends, and actionable insights that inform our research.

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Debrief & Collaboration

I believe in the power of clear communication. I create comprehensive reports, presentations, and other deliverables that effectively convey research findings to stakeholders. By leveraging data visualization, I enhance understanding and engagement.