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Sophie Ana Paris

@sophieanaparis

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Human-centered UX researcher and accessibility-focused project manager.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles focused on accessibility-centered research and product strategy where I can lead studies, synthesize insights, and drive inclusive design improvements within collaborative, impact-driven teams.

I am a human-centered UX researcher and project manager specializing in accessibility, with hands-on experience running qualitative and quantitative studies for major brands and research labs. I translate user insights into actionable recommendations, design and test assistive prototypes, and create client-ready reports that inform product strategy and accessibility improvements.

I have led multidisciplinary teams, founded a university chapter focused on custom solutions for people with disabilities, and supported research initiatives at NYU, Columbia, MIT, and a boutique accessibility consultancy. I bring strong research operations, synthesis, and technical skills (Figma, Python, HTML/CSS, JavaScript) to deliver practical, inclusive design outcomes on time and at scale.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Project Manager

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GAMUT Management

Aug 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)

Supported end-to-end execution of qualitative and quantitative accessibility research for major brands, translated survey and focus-group findings into actionable product and accessibility recommendations, and managed client deliverables and business development materials.

Survey Design Qualitative Research Research Operations Data Synthesis Presentation Design

Founder & President

Tikkun Olam Makers (NYU Chapter)

Sep 2022 - Jun 2024 (1 year 9 months)

Founded and led the NYU chapter, coordinating multidisciplinary teams to design custom assistive solutions, run workshops, and collaborate with end-users to iterate on prototypes and deliverables.

Leadership Project Management Workshop Facilitation User Centered Design Prototyping Stakeholder Engagement Budgeting

Research Assistant

NYU Ability Project

Jan 2021 - Jun 2024 (3 years 5 months)

Conducted user-centered interviews and observational studies to identify accessibility challenges, synthesized qualitative insights into documentation and implementation guidance, and supported iterative prototyping and testing.

User Research Interview Observational Studies Prototypes Research & Documentation Accessibility

XR Access Intern

Columbia University

Jun 2023 - Aug 2023 (2 months)

Designed and executed mixed-methods research (surveys and interviews) to evaluate a navigation app for blind pedestrians, coordinated testing sessions, and synthesized findings into insights for teams and publications.

Mixed Methods Research Survey Design Usability Testing Data Analysis Accessibility Report Writing

Human-Centered Design Intern

Milbat

Jan 2023 - May 2023 (4 months)

Conducted user interviews and market research to define design requirements for assistive devices, and iteratively developed and tested prototypes incorporating user feedback to improve usability.

User Interviews Market Research Prototyping Usability Testing CAD User Centered Design

Research Associate

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mar 2019 - Jun 2019 (3 months)

Supported user testing and research for an assistive rehabilitation device for stroke survivors, troubleshooting device issues and documenting test data and results to inform development.

User Testing Research Support Documentation Troubleshooting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

New York University, Gallatin School of Individualized Studies

Bachelor of Arts, Human-Centered User Experiences

Grade: 3.9 GPA

Activities and societies: NYU Founders Day Award - University Honors Scholar; Global Equity Fellow (Spring 2023)

Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Human-Centered User Experiences with a minor in Computer Science, graduating May 2024 with a 3.9 cumulative GPA and university honors.