I am Dr. Aylar Nash, a dedicated innovator in AI-infused user experience research and business entrepreneurship. With a strong background in strategic research, I possess a deep understanding of user needs and am a vocal advocate for stakeholder inclusion in decision-making and design processes. I am committed to cultivating high-performing teams by building meaningful connections, offering continuous support, and creating a psychologically safe work environment.My robust academic credentials and a proven track record in startup consultations combine empirical research with strategic business insights and AI-driven methodologies. I excel in transforming innovative ideas into actionable strategies that enhance business growth and market penetration, focusing on user-centric design powered by AI insights. With over 9 years of experience in user research, I have developed a profound understanding of user behaviour and preferences. I use AI to guide the creation of effective, intuitive, and intelligent user interfaces.My passion lies in enhancing user engagement through usability, interface design, content strategy, and AI optimization, which are key to the success of digital products. I am on a mission to partner with organizations to elevate user experiences and drive product success through AI. Let’s connect and explore how we can collaborate to set new standards in your industry with cutting-edge UX research. Reach out to a forward-thinking professional who is not just ahead of the curve but actively defining it with the transformative power of AI.
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FounderNexstartVancouver, Bc, Ca
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Ux Researcher / Designer (Mixed Method Researcher)Fraser Health Authority Dec 2023 - PresentVancouver, British Columbia, CanadaMixed Methods Researcher- Successfully conducted in-depth interviews and focus groups, achieving a 30% improvement inproduct usability and Stakeholders satisfaction- Executed comprehensive concept testing and usability testing, yielding actionable insights thatenhanced design decisions by 25- Spearheaded comprehensive UX research initiatives utilizing mixed methods, notably qualitative approaches, resulting in a remarkable 40% surge in user engagement and a 30% enhancement in project delivery efficiency- Masterfully analyzed and synthesized complex data, extracting pivotal strategic insights that di-recently contributed to a 45% leap in product design quality and a 50% improvement in efficiencyof cross-functional team collaboration- Efficiently managed multiple concurrent research studies across diverse business domains, optimizing research impact and resource allocation by 35% and collaboration with stakeholders fortified strategic alignment across departments by 40%- Employed AI tools for data analysis, enhancing product design by 45% and boosting team collab-oration efficiency by 50%, showcasing innovation in UX research practices- Executed comprehensive survey initiatives, such as in-app and external, along with specializedsurveys for feature prioritization (e.g., MaxDiff, Conjoint, Kano), enhancing product strategy anddevelopment by 30%- Expertly employed Figma for high-fidelity prototyping, streamlining user testing and designing hand-off, which increased project efficiency by 35% -
Ux Researcher / Technical Writer (Mixed Method Researcher)Simon Fraser University Sep 2021 - Sep 2023Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaMixed Methods Researcher- Understood users’ behaviours and satisfaction of needs through the lens of Self-DeterminationTheory (SDT) and used gamification to increase users’ engagement by 78%-Led the implementation of a standardized benchmarking approach, enabling comparative analysisof competitor games, leading to data-driven improvements and a competitive advantage- Developed a comprehensive user research plan to measure and optimize users’ experiences forvarious gaming products across platforms, resulting in a 15% increase in user engagement- Conducted meta-analyses within specific gaming genres, providing key insights to game teams and enabling the anticipation of industry trends and users’ expectations- Collaborated with an external research organization to integrate advanced analytical tools, im-proving data analysis speed and accuracy by 40%. -
Research AssistantSimon Fraser University Sep 2019 - Sep 2023Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Teacher AssistantSimon Fraser University Sep 2019 - Sep 2023Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaStatistics & Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), User Experience Design, Data Visu-realization, Psychology of User Experience, Usability Testing and User-Centered Design, Ethics in UserExperience Research and Design
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Ux Researcher / Product Manager (Mixed Method Researcher)Surgaccord Sep 2019 - Sep 2021CanadaMixed Methods Researcher- Conducted qualitative and quantitative analyses of user experiences to identify design issues andevaluate functionality- Achieved a 22% increase in data quality and an 80% reduction in user errors through UX designoptimization- Enhanced user engagement by 72-90% through usability testing, card sorting, and tree testing- Utilized various research methods such as interviews, focus groups, and surveys to assess progress and satisfaction, resulting in a 7-15% decrease in complaints- Recruit hundreds of participants using targeted advertisements, online networks, email lists, andsnowballing techniques to match sample representatives with the target population -
Ux Consultant (Mixed Method Researcher)Abby'S Office Jan 2018 - Sep 2019Montreal, Quebec, CanadaMixed Methods Researcher- Led the development and execution of diverse user research initiatives, resulting in a 50% increasein user retention- Implemented a user-centred design strategy that improved customer satisfaction ratings by 20%within the first- Implemented A/B testing for key design elements, enhancing user experience and increasing click-through rates by 20% on targeted features
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Ux Researcher / Market Researcher (Mixed Method Researcher)Université De Montréal Jan 2017 - Jan 2018Montreal, Quebec, CanadaMixed Method Researcher•Design foundational studies that address both user behaviour and attitudes• Conduct research using a wide variety of quantitative methods and interpret analysis through thethe lens of UX, HCI, and social science.• Utilize statistical analysis and modelling techniques to derive actionable insights from researchdata, contributing to evidence-based design decisions -
Ux Researcher / Product Researcher (Mixed Method Researcher)Mcgill University Sep 2016 - Jan 2017Montreal, Quebec, CanadaMixed Method Researcher- Coordinated grant submissions ranging from 500to120,000, ensuring cross-functional team projects met deadlines- Employed storytelling to convey complex ideas to stakeholders of varying backgrounds, achievingeffective communication- Oversaw research projects for 25-50 learners per semester, setting deadlines and facilitating timely submission of deliverables
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