Elise Holland, PhD
About Elise Holland, PhD
Elise Holland, PhD, is a Research Manager with over a decade of experience in applied research, specializing in UX research and social psychology. She has held various roles in academia and industry, including positions at the University of Melbourne, Envato, and Our Watch.
Current Role at Envato
Elise Holland serves as the Research Manager at Envato, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she oversees research initiatives and strategies that inform product development and user experience. Her responsibilities include managing research projects and translating findings into actionable insights that support the company's objectives.
Previous Experience at Envato
Before her current role, Elise Holland worked as a Senior Design Researcher at Envato for six months in 2021. In this capacity, she focused on user experience research, contributing to the design and evaluation of products. Her work aimed to enhance user engagement and satisfaction through informed design decisions.
Education and Expertise
Elise Holland holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology from the University of Melbourne, which she completed from 2010 to 2013. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology and a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) from the same institution. With over a decade of experience in applied research, her expertise centers on UX research and social psychology.
Career Background
Elise Holland has a diverse career in research, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. She was a Senior Research and Evaluation Advisor at Our Watch from 2017 to 2020 and a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Melbourne from 2014 to 2017. Her earlier positions include roles at Empirica Research, Urbis, and MYOB, where she developed her skills in research design and methodology.
Contributions to Academic Research
Since 2017, Elise Holland has been an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Melbourne. In this role, she contributes to academic research while balancing her industry responsibilities. Her involvement in academia allows her to stay connected with the latest research trends and methodologies, enhancing her practical work in the industry.