Hi there!
A graduate student based out of New York and Los Angeles who is pursuing a master's at Columbia University in Quantitative Methods in the Social Sciences where I focus on quantitative research methodologies and data science techniques.
I am passionate about helping create inclusive spaces and experiences that center those experiencing them and advocating for those individuals and their needs. Research and design has been the primary way that I channel these passions as it combines my interests in behavioral science, technology, and data analytics.
I have 2 years of experience doing research within academic and industry settings. I have worked in B2B and B2C spaces and industries that include information technology, gaming, and education, and have conducted research in social psychology and human-computer interaction.
Previously, I graduated from Barnard College of Columbia University with a major in psychology and minor in computer science.
I’m Katherine Lin.
Where I’ve worked
My Skills
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General: Research Design, Participant Recruitment
Quantitative: Experimental Research, A/B Testing, Surveys
Qualitative: In-depth Interviews, Competitive Analysis, Interview Moderation, Card Sorting, Observational Research, Contextual Inquiry, Literature Reviews, Affinity Diagramming, Journey Mapping, Qualitative Coding
Mixed: Exploratory/Generative Research, Usability Testing, Concept Testing,
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Storyboarding
Smoke-and-Mirrors Prototyping and Testing
Wireframing
Prototyping
Visual Design
Information Design
UX Design
UI Design
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Descriptive Statistics: Mean, Median, Mode, Range, Standard Deviation, Minimum value, Maximum value, Frequency Distribution
Regression Analysis: Simple Regression Models, Multiple Regression Models, Log Transformations, Linear Probability Models, Binary Logistic Regressions, Poisson Regressions, First Difference Analysis
Machine Learning: Data Visualization, Supervised Learning Models, Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning
Natural Language Processing: Sentiment Analyisis, Web Scraping, Topical Extraction, Clustering
Time Series / Panel Data Analysis: Unpooled Regressions, Difference-in-Difference Analysis, Fixed / Random Effects, SEM Models, Survival Analysis
Data Reduction: Factor Analysis, Cluster Analysis
Qualitative: Thematic Analysis, Content Analysis
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Design: Figma, Balsamiq, Miro
Research: Qualtrics, UserTesting.com
Coding Languages: R, IBM SPSS, Java, Python, C, SQL
Web Development: Javascript, HTML, CSS, Flask, React
Things that keep me inspired outside of work and academics.
Finding and meaningfully connecting with creative spaces and various communities.
Dance
Dancing has been an essential part of my life for 19 years. Being a dancer has become a part of who I am and has been a source of immense joy, creativity, self-expression, and inspiration in my life.
Creative Directing
I was an artistic director for two years of my dance team where I got to lead creative and organizational direction throughout the year. This included choreographing, which has been one of my favorite creative outlets for the past 4 years.
Volunteering with Ballet for All Kids
I have been working with a non profit organization, Ballet for all Kids, for the past 8 years as a volunteer and teacher. The opportunity has brought me lots of fulfillment and opportunities to meaningfully connect with various communities and leave a positive impact on them.