Resume
Research and
Experience
10. 2024 - Present
Junior QA Automation Engineer
Trefney & Associates, LLC
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Applied human-centered design to improve software user experience and reduce use-related hazards
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Conducted user research and usability testing to inform design decisions
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Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop solutions using human factors principles
08. 2022 - 09. 2023
UX Researcher and Designer
Master’s Thesis at RPTU Kaiserslautern
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Designed and implemented a Virtual Reality (VR) interface for a human-computer interaction study, applying human factors principles and methods
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Conducted user studies and analyzed data to inform design decisions
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Created wireframes, prototypes, and user flows to illustrate design concepts
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Presented findings and design recommendations to stakeholders
06. 2023 - 08. 2023
Intern
CINC Nebrija University
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Developed and tested a VR driving simulator for research, utilizing my skills in UX design, coding, and 3D rendering
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Conducted user research and created wireframes and prototypes
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Presented design solutions to the team and received feedback
Education
09. 2020 - 09. 2023
M.Sc. Cognitive Science |University of Kaiserslautern-Landau
• Focus: Human-Computer Interaction and User Experience Design
• GPA: 3.7
09. 2015 - 05. 2020
B.A. Psychology | Texas Tech University
• Graduation with honors
• Relevant coursework: Statistics, and Research Methods
Skills
& Expertise
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Human factors engineering
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Data collection and statistical analysis
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Experimental design and validation testing
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User research and usability testing
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User-centered design
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Human-in-the-loop simulation platforms (e.g. driving simulators)
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Coding: C#, Python, R
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Design thinking and human-computer interaction
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Strong problem-solving and communication skills
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Communication and presentation
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Collaboration and teamwork