# Parisa Asayesh > UX Researcher | Human Factors & Mixed-Methods Research + Human-Centered Design | Driving Product Usability and Ergonomic Innovation Location: United States, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/parisa I am a multidisciplinary UX researcher and designer specializing in mixed-methods research, with experience working on a wide range of physical and digital products in both startups and global corporations. I hold a Master’s in Human Experience Design Interactions and a Bachelor’s in Textile and Apparel Design. My passion is understanding human behavior and turning insights into impactful product experiences. I am driven to connect humanity, science, and art with technology to create meaningful solutions while continuously learning and contributing to the future of technology. ## Work Experience ### Human Factors Engineer/ Researcher @ Apple Jan 2024 – Present | Cupertino, California, United States I collaborated on mixed-method research and strategy to deliver actionable insights that informed ergonomic and human-centered design. Working with cross-functional teams, I helped streamline workflows, enhance usability, and create innovative case studies to effectively communicate project findings. ### Graduate Researcher @ Immersive Design Research Lab Jan 2022 – Jan 2023 | California, United States I optimized cross-department collaboration by developing an engagement strategy that helped advance university goals. I also redesigned the lab's design system to improve team productivity and partnered with external organizations to lead workshops that increased student and faculty engagement. ### Human Experience Researcher & Designer @ California State University, Long Beach Jan 2021 – Jan 2023 | Long Beach, California, United States I designed a human-centered wearable device and iOS app to support mental well-being, merging biology, tech, and fashion. I integrated biosensor data with parametric modeling, digital fabrication, and 3D printing to create and test functional prototypes, using data visualization to refine the final products and streamline the R&D process. • PublicaWon: Applied Human Factors and Ergonomics InternaWonal: ISSN 2771-0718 https://parisaasayesh.com/lapis-project/ https://parisaasayesh.com/reheal/ ### Digital Product Creation & Production (Founder) @ APPAREL PUBLISHER Jan 2020 – Jan 2023 | Los Angeles Metropolitan Area I guide products from concept to completion by aligning user needs with business goals. My process involves market research, creating functional prototypes, and iterating on designs based on direct client feedback to ensure a successful product launch. ### UX Researcher and Designer @ Positive Fibers® Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | Remote I collaborated with a team to conduct research and over 30 interviews, which helped us understand U.S. consumers' interaction with digital products and NFTs. This project resulted in a redesigned shopping path that increased user confidence and improved cart completion by 10%, transforming the original e-shop into an intuitive e-commerce site. ### Product Developer @ ONEWORLD APPAREL, LLC Jan 2017 – Jan 2020 I guide the product lifecycle from concept to production, collaborating with designers to engineer products and ensure consistency. I specialize in prototype testing to enhance usability and efficiency, and create detailed style guides for flawless execution. ### Product Development Manager @ LEFTY Production Co. Jan 2012 – Jan 2016 | Los Angeles, California I led the end-to-end design and research process for product development, managing a team and mentoring new members. I specialized in usability testing to gather user feedback and iterate on designs, ensuring a user-centric approach from concept to final product. ### Product Designer @ LEFTY Production Co. Jan 2012 – Jan 2012 | Greater Los Angeles Area ### Assistant Product Developer @ Vera Wang Jan 2011 – Jan 2012 | Greater Los Angeles Area I collaborate with cross-functional teams to guide the product lifecycle, from initial concept to successful delivery. My hands-on approach involves supporting the development team and clients to apply essential adjustments, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction. ### Art Instructor- Basic Apparel Design @ Islamic Azad University Jan 2010 – Jan 2011 | Iran • Provide instruction for the assigned course and preparing lecture includes training students on turning their ideas into products from concept to creation. • Evaluate students and teach traditional illustration techniques. ## Education ### Master of Arts - Human Experience Design Interactions California State University, Long Beach ### Bachelor's degree in Textile and Apparel Design Islamic Azad University ### Fashion/Apparel Design Santa Monica College ### Certification in UI/UX Design, Human Computer Interaction Design Springboard ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/parisa-asayesh --- Source: https://flows.cv/parisa JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/parisa/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-13