Hi, I’m Sanchay — a T-shaped researcher connecting design, product thinking, and learning strategy.

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WHO AM I

Hi, I’m Sanchay — a T-shaped researcher and designer focused on creating human-centered experiences that serve both users and business goals.

I’m currently working toward a Master’s in Human-Computer Interaction at Iowa State University. My background blends UX research, product strategy, and instructional design — shaped by my experience as a Business Analyst at Revature, an EdTech firm, where I led agile product development, requirements engineering, and stakeholder engagement.

This portfolio showcases selected work from my time at Iowa State. If you'd like to learn more about my industry experience or discuss potential collaborations, I’d love to connect.

PROJECTS

Usability Design of Tractor In-Cab Display

This study investigates the usability and accessibility of the John Deere's In-Cab display, focusing on user satisfaction, task efficiency, and the system's performance under real-world conditions

Outcome: 75% reduction in frustration and 41% reduction in mental demand

Role:

UX Researcher | UX Designer

Duration:

7 Weeks

Responsibilities:

UX Research, Rapid Prototyping, Usability Testing

Usability Design of Tractor In-Cab Display

This study investigates the usability and accessibility of the John Deere's In-Cab display, focusing on user satisfaction, task efficiency, and the system's performance under real-world conditions

Outcome: 75% reduction in frustration and 41% reduction in mental demand

Role:

UX Researcher | UX Designer

Duration:

7 Weeks

Responsibilities:

UX Research, Rapid Prototyping, Usability Testing

Usability Design of Tractor In-Cab Display

This study investigates the usability and accessibility of the John Deere's In-Cab display, focusing on user satisfaction, task efficiency, and the system's performance under real-world conditions

Outcome: 75% reduction in frustration and 41% reduction in mental demand

Role:

UX Researcher | UX Designer

Duration:

7 Weeks

Responsibilities:

UX Research, Rapid Prototyping, Usability Testing

Rapid Ethnography of ESL Learners

In November 2024, I participated in language learning sessions and immersed myself in the learning process within a local community of English as a Second Language (ESL) learners

Outcome: Observed approximately 50 language learners to shape the game's first version

Role:

Design Ethnographer

Duration:

6 Weeks

Responsibilities:

Participant Observation, Contextual Inquiry, Thematic Analysis

Rapid Ethnography of ESL Learners

In November 2024, I participated in language learning sessions and immersed myself in the learning process within a local community of English as a Second Language (ESL) learners

Outcome: Observed approximately 50 language learners to shape the game's first version

Role:

Design Ethnographer

Duration:

6 Weeks

Responsibilities:

Participant Observation, Contextual Inquiry, Thematic Analysis

Rapid Ethnography of ESL Learners

In November 2024, I participated in language learning sessions and immersed myself in the learning process within a local community of English as a Second Language (ESL) learners

Outcome: Observed approximately 50 language learners to shape the game's first version

Role:

Design Ethnographer

Duration:

6 Weeks

Responsibilities:

Participant Observation, Contextual Inquiry, Thematic Analysis

Investigating Accessibility Barriers in Immersive Technologies

In the Spring of 2025, I conducted qualitative research to explore accessibility barriers faced by people with disabilities when engaging with immersive technologies such as AR, VR, and MR. This project was a collaborative effort with XR Access, an initiative based at Cornell Tech, focused on making extended reality more inclusive

Role:

Qualitative Researcher

Duration:

10 Weeks

Responsibilities:

Interviewer, Note-Taker, Qualitative Data Analysis

Investigating Accessibility Barriers in Immersive Technologies

In the Spring of 2025, I conducted qualitative research to explore accessibility barriers faced by people with disabilities when engaging with immersive technologies such as AR, VR, and MR. This project was a collaborative effort with XR Access, an initiative based at Cornell Tech, focused on making extended reality more inclusive

Role:

Qualitative Researcher

Duration:

10 Weeks

Responsibilities:

Interviewer, Note-Taker, Qualitative Data Analysis

Investigating Accessibility Barriers in Immersive Technologies

In the Spring of 2025, I conducted qualitative research to explore accessibility barriers faced by people with disabilities when engaging with immersive technologies such as AR, VR, and MR. This project was a collaborative effort with XR Access, an initiative based at Cornell Tech, focused on making extended reality more inclusive

Role:

Qualitative Researcher

Duration:

10 Weeks

Responsibilities:

Interviewer, Note-Taker, Qualitative Data Analysis