UX Researcher & Product Designer

Dhruvi
Malusare

Optimizing the intersection of user experience and business operations by using data to turn friction into fluid, human-centric solutions.

Student Staff of the Year
NJIT Highlander Awards 2025-2026
1st Place
SIGCHI Design Jam 2026
NJIT

Major: Human Computer Interaction

Minor: Business

The Work Collection

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Museum Website
FM
FunnyMoney
WayFinding project
Wayfinding
ResearchGate project
ResearchGate
Thrive project
Thrive

About
Dhruvi.

I work at the intersection of design, systems thinking, and operations analysis. I specialize in identifying inefficiencies in workflows and rebuilding processes from the ground up to make them more efficient, scalable, and intuitive.

I approach problems by first breaking down how a system actually functions, then redesigning it to remove friction and improve clarity. In previous roles, I've built and optimized Excel-based workflows and operational systems to streamline processes and improve day-to-day efficiency.

Alongside my operations experience, I bring a strong foundation in UX and product design, allowing me to translate complex systems into user-centered experiences. I'm particularly interested in roles in UX research, UX engineering, product design, and product/operations management where I can combine systems thinking with design to build better tools and workflows.

  • UX Research
  • Product Design
  • Prototyping
  • Figma
  • Accessibility
  • Motion Design
Research Assistant
NJIT Department of Informatics
February – Present
Supporting research initiatives with informatics faculty.
UX Designer
Uplity AI
February – April
Product and UX design collaboration for an AI-focused product team.
Student Staff of the Year 2025-2026
NJIT Highlander Awards
2026
This award recognizes a student employee who has made valuable contributions to NJIT, gone above and beyond their required work responsibilities, and shown a commitment to balancing work, academics, and student involvement.
  • Optimized 3+ workflows for NJIT NSO
  • Increased Social Media presence and engagement
  • Led a team of 40 Orientation Leaders
  • Handled team and event logistics
Funny Money — SIGCHI Design Jam 2026 Winning Project
1st Place Winner
SIGCHI Design Jam 2026
A financial budgeting concept for young adults, developed as the winning project at SIGCHI Design Jam 2026 — focused on approachable money habits without sacrificing curiosity or wellbeing.
  • Financial budgeting app for young adults
  • Tracks spending patterns clearly
  • Suggests nearby activities aligned with hobbies and budget
  • Emphasis on fun budgeting, burnout prevention, and sustainable financial habits

Let's
Create Together.

Have a project, a problem, or want to connect? I'm always up for a good conversation about design, research, and product.

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