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Brian McMillan Zhou

@brianmcmillanzhou

User Experience Researcher

Zimbabwe
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What I'm looking for

I enjoy environments that value curiosity, collaboration and evidence-based decision-making, where research has a genuine impact on product strategy and user experience. I am seeking opportunities that offer continuous learning and the chance to grow into a well-rounded UX researcher.

I am a user researcher with a background in psychology and human behaviour, experienced in planning and conducting qualitative and mixed-methods research in fast-paced, high-responsibility environments. My work focuses on understanding user needs, identifying pain points and translating insights into practical improvements across digital systems. I have experience supporting user-centred digital experiences through usability testing, interviews and behavioural analysis. I do part-time consulting in website and social media services, contributing to the improvement of content structure, communication and user engagement. I also have working knowledge of Figma, which supports my ability to collaborate effectively with design teams and engage with product workflows. I am particularly interested in research for creative and interactive products, where understanding user motivation, engagement and workflow is critical.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

User Research Officer

Zimbabwe National Army

Apr 2022 - Present (4 years 4 months)

Lead user research on telehealth systems, digital health tools and screening interfaces

Plan and conduct qualitative research activities.

Synthesising research findings into clear recommendations.

Use journey mapping, user personas and audience segmentation.

Develop reports and dashboards that help decision-makers understand user pain points.

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Current

Consultant (UXR)

Rakyalt

Apr 2023 - Present (3 years 4 months)

Supporting website and social media services through content review, platform coordination and client-facing consultation.

Contributing to improving digital presence by aligning content and messaging with audience needs.

Working on website-related tasks and digital communication support, with an awareness of usability, structure and user engagement.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Coursera

Professional Certificate, UX Design

Currently enrolled in the Google UX Design Professional Certificate program.

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Great Zimbabwe University

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

2017 - 2021

Grade: 2.1

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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