Becky Ka Ying Lau, Ph.D.
About Becky Ka Ying Lau, Ph.D.
Becky Ka Ying Lau, Ph.D., is a Senior UX Researcher with a strong background in mixed methods research. She has worked at notable organizations including Facebook, Instagram, and the University of Chicago, and currently leads research initiatives at Apollo.io in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Current Role at Apollo.io
Becky Ka Ying Lau serves as a Senior UX Researcher at Apollo.io, a B2B Series C sales technology startup. She has been in this role since 2022 and is based in the San Francisco Bay Area. In her position, she leads research initiatives that inform product development and enhance user experience.
Previous Experience at Facebook and Instagram
Prior to her current role, Lau worked at Facebook as a User Experience Researcher from 2020 to 2022, contributing to various projects in Menlo Park, California. She also held a position as a UX Researcher (Mixed Methods) at Facebook for 11 months in 2019. Additionally, she worked at Instagram as a UX Researcher for one year from 2021 to 2022, further expanding her expertise in user experience research.
Academic Background and Education
Lau earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology (Cognition) from the University of Chicago. She also holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business (Behavioral Science) from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Earlier, she completed her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology (Honors) with Highest Distinction from the University of Michigan.
Research Roles at University of Chicago
From 2014 to 2020, Lau held multiple roles at the University of Chicago, including Research Design and Analysis, Research Project Management, Coaching and Mentorship, and Strategic Partnerships within the Department of Psychology and Booth School of Business. Her work involved managing research projects and providing mentorship to students.
International Experience and Early Career
Lau has international experience, having worked in Hong Kong as a UX Researcher at Lalamove in 2018 and as an intern at the Financial Secretary's Private Office for the Hong Kong Government in 2013. She began her career as an Associate Education Consultant at Ivy Gate Limited in 2014.