Claire Cohan, Product Designer

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

Print

  • 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)