Monica Connelly
About Monica Connelly
Monica Connelly is a Human Factors Engineer employed through STS Technical Services, currently working at Harley-Davidson Motor Company. She holds a PhD in Human Factors Psychology from Wichita State University and has extensive experience in teaching and research within the field.
Current Role at Harley-Davidson
Monica Connelly serves as a Human Factors Engineer at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, a position she has held since 2020. Employed through STS Technical Services, she focuses on enhancing rider-vehicle interfaces and ergonomics. Her work involves conducting independent studies that contribute to the development of future products. Additionally, she assists in evaluating app usability, ensuring that user experience is prioritized in design processes.
Education and Expertise
Monica Connelly has an extensive educational background in psychology and human factors. She earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Factors Psychology from Wichita State University, completing her studies from 2020 to 2023. Prior to that, she obtained a Master of Arts (MA) in the same field from 2018 to 2020. Her undergraduate studies include a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Biology, both from the College of Charleston, completed between 2014 and 2018.
Teaching Experience at Wichita State University
Monica Connelly has been actively involved in education at Wichita State University. Since 2019, she has worked as a Lead Teacher, where she has contributed to the academic development of students in the Wichita, Kansas area. Her previous roles at the university include serving as a Graduate Teaching Assistant from 2018 to 2019 and as a Research Fellow for a brief period in 2019.
Advocacy for Human Factors Engineering
In her current role at Harley-Davidson, Monica Connelly advocates for the growth of Human Factors Engineering culture. She emphasizes the importance of user-centered design and ergonomics in product development, aiming to enhance the overall experience for riders. Her commitment to this field is reflected in her independent research and collaborative efforts within her organization.
UX Researcher at Optimize
Monica Connelly has been working as a UX Researcher at Optimize at Wichita State University since 2018. In this role, she focuses on understanding user needs and behaviors, contributing to the design and evaluation of user experiences. Her work in this position complements her engineering role at Harley-Davidson, as both positions emphasize the importance of usability and user experience.