Youyang H.
About Youyang H.
Youyang H. is a Staff User Researcher specializing in AI at Notion, where he has worked since 2023. He has over 10 years of experience in user research across various leading tech companies and academic institutions.
Work at Notion
Currently, Youyang H. serves as a Staff User Researcher in the AI division at Notion, having joined the company in 2023. In this role, he focuses on leveraging user research to inform product strategy and enhance user experience. He also works as a Staff User Researcher for the Core Product team, contributing to the overall development and optimization of Notion's offerings. His position involves collaboration with cross-functional partners and leadership to integrate research insights into product decisions.
Education and Expertise
Youyang H. holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Information Science from the University of Michigan. He also earned a Master’s degree in Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience from Michigan State University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Peking University. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in user research, particularly in areas such as GenAI, enterprise/B2B, cloud services, and developer experience.
Background
Youyang H. has over 10 years of combined industry and academic research experience. He began his career as a Research Assistant at Peking University and later transitioned to various roles in user experience research at notable companies, including Facebook, Google, and Lyft. His experience spans multiple domains, including transportation/mobility and civic tech/NPO, reflecting a diverse skill set in user research methodologies.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Notion, Youyang H. held several significant positions in user experience research. He worked at Google as a User Experience Researcher for Google Cloud and Flutter, contributing to product development from 2017 to 2022. He also served as a Senior User Experience Researcher at Lyft in 2022. Earlier in his career, he completed internships at Facebook, focusing on Events and Ads, which provided him with foundational experience in user research.
Mentoring and Community Engagement
Youyang H. actively participates in mentoring through ADPList, where he offers guidance and support to emerging professionals in the field of user research. His commitment to sharing knowledge and fostering growth within the community reflects his dedication to the advancement of user experience research practices.