Isha Patnaik
About Isha Patnaik
Isha Patnaik is a Senior Researcher at The New York Times, with a background in user experience research and program coordination. She has held various positions at notable organizations such as Condé Nast, Tufts University, and Airbnb.
Current Role at The New York Times
Isha Patnaik serves as a Senior Researcher at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she contributes to research initiatives that inform user experience and content strategies within the organization. Her work focuses on understanding audience needs and enhancing the overall user experience for readers.
Previous Experience at Condé Nast
Prior to her current role, Isha worked at Condé Nast as a User Experience Researcher from 2019 to 2021. During her two years in New York, she conducted research to improve user interactions with digital content across various platforms, contributing to the enhancement of user engagement and satisfaction.
Educational Background at Tufts University
Isha Patnaik earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Cognitive and Brain Sciences from Tufts University. Her education provided her with a strong foundation in understanding human cognition and behavior, which she applies in her research roles to analyze user experiences effectively.
Experience in User Experience Research
Isha has extensive experience in user experience research, having worked in various capacities across multiple organizations. She was a User Experience Researcher at Wayfair from 2018 to 2019, at Jibo, Inc. in 2017, and at Airbnb as a Product Specialist Intern in 2016. Her roles involved conducting user research, analyzing data, and providing insights to improve product design and user satisfaction.
Internship Experience
Isha's early career included several internships that contributed to her expertise in research and user experience. She interned at PlacePass in 2017, VeryApt in 2014, and Asante Africa Foundation in 2012. These positions allowed her to develop skills in user research, product management, and marketing.