Joydita Sarkar
About Joydita Sarkar
Joydita Sarkar is a Senior UX Researcher currently working at Acquia in Boston, Massachusetts. She has a background in anthropology and has held various research and design roles, including positions at Davisware, Inc. and CAST.
Current Position at Acquia
Joydita Sarkar currently serves as a Senior UX Researcher at Acquia, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing user experience through research methodologies and design practices. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, she contributes to projects that aim to improve digital experiences for clients and users alike.
Previous Experience at Davisware, Inc.
Prior to her current role, Joydita worked at Davisware, Inc. as a UX Researcher from 2019 to 2021. During her two years in Woburn, Massachusetts, she conducted user research to inform design decisions and improve product usability, leveraging her skills in behavioral research.
Education and Expertise
Joydita holds a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology from Smith College, where she studied from 2008 to 2012. She furthered her education at Brandeis University, earning a Master of Arts in Teaching in Secondary Education and Teaching from 2013 to 2014. Her academic background supports her expertise in behavioral research and user experience design.
Experience at CAST and Other Roles
Joydita has significant experience working at the Center for Applied Special Technology (CAST). She served as a Contracted Research Assistant for seven months in 2019 and previously completed a three-month internship at the same organization. Additionally, she has held various internships, including a Communications Intern position at Management Sciences for Health in 2013 and an internship at the Smithsonian Institution Archives in 2011.
Skills in UX Research and Design
Joydita possesses a range of skills in UX research and design, including proficiency in software such as AdobeXD, Figma, and EnjoyHQ. She has expertise in conducting group exercises and writing interview and usability test scripts, which are essential for gathering user insights and improving product design.