Claire Cohan, Product Designer
Austin, TX | linkedin.com/in/clairecohan/
Professional Summary
Successful Product Designer (UX/UI) with 4+ years of experience designing digital and AI products across healthcare and complex consumer-facing applications. Currently the lead designer of an AI oncology platform that underpins GeneSilico.ai. Use advanced data-driven design techniques for next-generation sequencing (NGS) solutions to match cancer patients with more precise and advanced personalized cancer therapy.
Double as a Forward Deployed Engineer working alongside development teams to translate model behavior into comprehensible and trustworthy interfaces; draw from strong industry and functional expertise to represent personas in clinical and business processes, as well as in service designs. Specialize in multidisciplinary approaches in design from work experience in fashion design and visual storytelling, adding creativity and adaptability to highly technical environments.
Education
Bachelors of Art, Fashion Design
Arizona State University - 2021
Design GPA: 4.16 | Cumulative GPA: 3.37 | Dean’s List
Published designer (print & film) with award-winning creative direction
Post Graduate Certificate, UX/UI Design
University of Texas at Austin - McComb’s School of Business - 2024
User centered design, product thinking, wireframing, prototyping, & usability testing
Applied research methods to real-world product challenges through capstone work
Experience
UX/UI Designer
GeneSilico | Austin, TX (Remote) — 2024 - Present
Design user experiences for AI-driven oncology platforms that synthesize genomic sequencing (NGS panel data) to support personalized cancer treatment decisions.
Translate complex clinical and AI-generated data into intuitive interfaces for both oncologists and patients across mobile and web applications.
Lead end-to-end design workflows including user flows, wireframing, prototyping, and usability validation.
Partner closely with product managers and engineers in an agile product trio model to define scope, prioritize features, and ensure successful delivery.
Contributed to flagship product development, improving oncologist onboarding and increasing engagement through streamlined workflows and clearer data visualization.
Facilitate cross-functional alignment by balancing user needs, technical constraints, and business goals.
Independent UX/UI Design Projects
Austin, TX — 2023 - 2024
Led end-to-end design for multiple products, including two mobile applications (TravelStop, Questr) and a web redesign for a local retail business.
Conducted user research (interviews, surveys) and synthesized findings into actionable design strategies.
Created user personas, journey maps, and prioritization frameworks to guide product decisions.
Developed mid- to high-fidelity prototypes and conducted usability testing to iterate on solutions.
Delivered cohesive UI systems that aligned brand identity with functional usability.
Applied data-driven decision-making through A/B testing and performance evaluation.
Assistant Fashion Designer
American Dream Team Network (ADTN) International | New York, NY — 2022 - 2023
Designed apparel for private label and licensed brands, translating trend and market research into commercially successful products.
Created CAD designs and presented concepts to cross-functional teams including sales, product management, and leadership.
Collaborated with global manufacturers to bring products from concept to production, ensuring alignment with brand and business goals.
Developed strong visual storytelling aimed at crafting polished, user-centered digital interfaces.
Teaching Assistant (Fashion Design)
Arizona State University | Phoenix, AZ — 2019 - 2021
Assisted professors with presentations, technical input, and quality assurance
Guided students to successful project completion adhering to time sensitive deadlines
Managed open studio hours, and maintained industrial equipment
Sections Taught: Apparel Construction 1 and 3, Design 1 (Pattern Making), and Collection Development
Intern & Press Assistant
TH3EFOLD | New York, NY (Remote) — 2018 - 2019
Focused on marketing and outreach to potential customers with B2B platform
Researched gold standard factories and expanded global factory and brand connections
Organized and managed the company's press email account
Built team skills in a startup environment, wearing multiple hats/responsibilities
Independent Designer & Artist
Personal Label & Commissions | Texas, Arizona, New York — 2014 - Present
Product designer focused on creating cutting edge, trend-setting fashion products
Collection development, garment construction, creative direction
Served clients with custom designs and products
Directed fashion shows, films, and editorials
Commissioned artist (primary medium: oil on canvas)
Offerings as: Illustrator, Draper, Pattern Maker, Seamstress, Tailor, Artist
Specialized Experience
Healthcare AI and oncology platforms
Genomic data (NGS) visualization (working knowledge)
Multi-sided platforms (clinicians + patient experiences)
Skills
Design & Product
End-to-end product design (0→1 & iteration)
UX strategy and information architecture
Interaction design and prototyping (lo-hi fidelity)
Mobile and web application design
Accessibility and inclusive design (WCAG Principles)
Research & Data
Qualitative and quantitative user research
Usability testing and A/B testing
Persona development and journey mapping
Data synthesis and insights translation
Healthcare and clinical workflow awareness
Tools & Technologies
Figma (Design, FigJam, etc.)
Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop
Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence)
Microsoft Office Suite
AI assisted product environments
Collaboration & Leadership
Agile product development (product trio model)
Cross functional stakeholder alignment
Workshop facilitation and design critiques
Project planning and scope definition
Design and product mentorship
Soft Skills Statement
A multidisciplinary designer with experience spanning healthcare technology, fashion, and visual media, bringing a unique balance of creativity and analytical thinking. Recognized as a collaborative team player and natural leader who thrives in cross-functional environments. Known for clear communication, adaptability, and the ability to turn complex challenges into thoughtful, human-centered solutions.
Publications, Collaborations, and Awards
HORIZONT magazine No. 22 Vol. 8 (cover & centerfold designer): “Wearing the Cathedral”
Collaborated with renowned fashion and Vogue photographer, Rielle Oase
Film
ASU film school collaborations, “Stained Glass Documentary” and “15 Second Teaser”
FashFilmFete 1st place awarded for “Stained Glass” in student division; 2022.
Runway
Project Red — Aunt Rita’s foundation
Compassion with Fashion — Arizona Humane Society
ASU’s senior showcase “Uncertainty”
Academic
ASU New American University Scholar - Dean's Award (2016-2021)
Sigma Alpha Lambda academic honors fraternity
Girl Scouts of America Life Scout and Bronze & Silver awards recipient
Professional Notes
Organizations
Austin Women in Technology — 2023 - Present
Arizona State University Alumni Association — 2021 - Present
Languages
French — professional working
Spanish & Italian — basic (currently learning)