Konstantin Starikov

About Me

I am an experienced UX Researcher and an advanced junior/ early mid-level User Experience Designer fluent in the UX process, experienced in proposing data-driven design decisions. My goal is to measure the ROI of UX research and to contribute to the UX designers’ understanding of the needs, behaviors, and preferences of users.

I would be happy to share my expertise and also learn new skills. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Education

PhD 2016

Brown University

Russian Studies

MLIS 2007

Simmons University

Master of Library and Information Science

MPhil 2005

Yale University

Slavic Literatures and Languages

MA 2000

The University of Chicago

Master of Arts Program in Social Sciences (MAPSS)

BA 1998

Boston University

Double Major: History and International Relations

Work & Experience

UX/UI Designer

Cornerstone Whole Health Organization (C-WHO)

09/01/2022

In this role, I am responsible for the user experience and user interface design of C-WHO various digital assets. I also contribute to web development using Webflow, Elementor, etc.

UX Designer / Real Estate Professional

Red Tree Real Estate

08/02/2021 - 05/31/2023

As a part-time UX designer and a part-time real estate agent I have helped the marketing team to create user personas, improve website usability, and educate real estate agents about UX/CX during their daily interactions with clients.

User Experience Librarian / Head of Access Services

Boston University, Medical Library

09/01/2023 - 10/30/2020

Ensured that library systems, physical spaces, digital assets, and library resources help a diverse group of users (students, faculty, residents, doctors, and researchers) attain their long-term goals or urgent needs. Served on the BU Libraries Assessment Committee (2012-2020). Co-chaired the Assessment COI at Boston Library Consortium (2015-2020).

Skills

Design Software Proficiency
95%
Communication
95%
Empathy
100%
Visual Design
95%
Critical Thinking
100%

Awards

Dr. Pranas A. Sveikauskas Award in Recognition of an Outstanding Dissertation (2016) 2016
I was recognized for researching and writing an outstanding dissertation that contributed to the field of Slavic Studies.