The bridge between business and design inspired my transition into research, shaping me into a detail-oriented and empathetic thinker.
My interdisciplinary background and passion led me to MS HCDE @UW,
where I have been focused on exploring accessibility and healthcare.
Passcode
Led and conducted 20+ usability test interviews to assess and improve healthcare technology design.
Usability Testing
Healthcare Tech
Corporate
EKG Device Testing
Usability Case Study
I'm Celia👋—UX designer and researcher based in Seattle!
previously a researcher @Ipsos, business & design @tech startup,
currently a MS HCDE student at the University of Washington.
Connecting the dots of my UX journey…
Starting my career in the fast-growing cybersecurity industry,
I adventurously explored the intersection of business and design in tech.
The bridge between business and design inspired my transition into research, shaping me into a detail-oriented and empathetic thinker.
ECG Device Testing
Usability Case Study
Usability Testing
Healthcare Tech
Corporate
Passcode
Led and conducted 20+ usability test interviews to assess and improve healthcare technology design.
SecBuzzer
Cybersecurity Dashboard Redesign
UX/UI Design
Information architecture
Startup
Redesign the information architecture to reduce cognitive load, boost engagement, and enhance users' responsiveness to cybersecurity events.
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Washington Park Arboretum
Marker + Route Planner App
UX Design
Accessibility
Design sprint
Collaborated with the Washington Park Arboretum to create accessible design that help people with mobility disabilities to navigate the park easier.
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Research Assistant
UW in collaboration with Philips (Ongoing)
Comparative AED device usability study with mixed-method data analysis.
Research Assistant
UW Medicine, Office of Healthcare Equity (Ongoing)
Community-led research to help developing Healthcare Equity Blueprint 3.0.
Master's in Human-Centered Design & Engineering
University of Washington | 2024-2026, Ongoing
UX Researcher
IPSOS | 2023-2024
Quantitative and qualitative research focused on UX and customer journey in healthcare technology, automobile, public transportation, and FMCG.
Assistant Manager, International Business & Design
Cyfoundry | 2021-2023
Led UX design and research in a business & marketing role + startup fundraising pitch presenter @PHX, SF & LA that enhanced and promoted cybersecurity products.
Product Marketing & Design Intern
Institute for Information Industry | Aug-Dec 2021
Conducted competitive & data analysis, HIPAA compliance research and content design for cybersecurity product marketing
How my experiences connect the dots…
Currently…
Previously…
Connecting the dots of my UX journey…
Usability Testing
Healthcare Tech
Corporate
ECG Device Testing
Usability Case Study
Led and conducted 20+ usability test interviews to assess and improve healthcare technology design.
UX/UI Design
Cybersecurity
Information architecture
SecBuzzer
Dashboard Information Architecture Redesign
Redesign the information architecture to reduce cognitive load, boost engagement, and enhance users' responsiveness to cybersecurity events.
Washington Park Arboretum
Marker + Route Planner App
Collaborated with the Washington Park Arboretum to create accessible design that help people with mobility disabilities to navigate the park easier.
UX Design
Accessibility
Design sprint
Starting my career in the fast-growing cybersecurity industry, I adventurously explored the intersection of business and design in tech.
Research Assistant
UW in collaboration with Philips (Ongoing)
Comparative AED device usability study with mixed-method data analysis.
Research Assistant
UW Medicine, Office of Healthcare Equity (Ongoing)
Community-led research to help developing Healthcare Equity Blueprint 3.0.
Master's in Human-Centered Design & Engineering
University of Washington | 2024-2026, Ongoing
UX Researcher
IPSOS | 2023-2024
Quantitative and qualitative research focused on UX and customer journey in healthcare technology, automobile, public transportation, and FMCG.
Assistant Manager, International Business & Design
Cyfoundry | 2021-2023
Led UX design in a business & marketing role + startup fundraising pitch presenter @PHX, SF & LA that enhanced and promoted cybersecurity products.
Product Marketing & Design Intern
Institute for Information Industry | Aug-Dec 2021
Conducted competitive & data analysis, HIPAA compliance research and content design for cybersecurity product marketing
How my experiences connect the dots…
Currently…
Previously…
I'm Celia👋—UX researcher & designer based in Seattle! previously a researcher @Ipsos, business & design @tech startup, currently a MS HCDE student at the University of Washington.