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Ida Löscher has a diverse professional background with extensive experience in UX research and human-computer interaction. Ida is currently working as a Principal UX Researcher at Secondmind since April 2023. Prior to this role, Ida worked at Secondmind as a Senior User Researcher from September 2021 to April 2023. In this position, they conducted user research, including usability testing and contextual interviews, and collaborated closely with product design and management teams. Ida contributed to the development of user journey maps, personas, user stories, wireframes, and prototypes, while also representing the user's perspective in product and marketing discussions.

Before joining Secondmind, Ida worked as a UX Researcher at MathWorks from October 2020 to August 2021. Ida'sresponsibilities included uncovering usability issues through usability testing, conducting contextual interviews, and identifying user needs and product opportunities.

Ida also has a strong academic background, having worked at Uppsala University from 2013 to 2020. Ida started as a PhD student in Human-Computer Interaction before taking on various roles, including Researcher in HCI (Digitalization), Teaching Assistant, Researcher in HCI (Intensive care), and UX Researcher/HCI (Automotive). In these roles, Ida conducted research projects, collaborated with industry partners, developed UX methods, and facilitated workshops and seminars.

Additionally, Ida has previous experience as a UX Researcher at Scania Group, where they contributed to defining usability and functional requirements, conducted usability tests, and presented findings to stakeholders. Ida also worked as a Design Engineer at BAE Systems Hägglunds AB, where they improved document structure and standardized component models.

Ida's earlier experiences include roles as Head Usher at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Quality Control Technician at LKAB, and Design Engineer at BAE Systems Hägglunds AB.

Overall, Ida Löscher is an experienced UX researcher with a strong background in conducting user research, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and utilizing UX methodologies to inform product design and development.

Ida Löscher's education history includes a range of degrees and specializations. Ida holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Computer Science with a specialization in Human-Computer Interaction from Uppsala University. Prior to that, they obtained a Licentiate of Philosophy degree in the same field from the same institution. Ida also holds a Master of Science (MS) degree in Ergonomics and Human-Technology-Organisation from the KTH Royal Institute of Technology. Additionally, they have a Master of Science in Engineering (MSE) degree in Design and Product Realization from the same institution. Lastly, they completed their undergraduate studies with a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mechanical Engineering from the KTH Royal Institute of Technology. Furthermore, Ida Löscher participated in an exchange program at FURB - Universidade de Blumenau in 2006.