Aashvi Murarka

Psychology & Social Impact Researcher | Student Leader | AI & Gender Equity

Based in: Hyderabad, IndiaCurrently: Research Intern, HAIC LabExperience: 3 years

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Psychology and Social Impact researcher with a focus on the intersection of AI, self-worth, and gender equity. Experienced in leading qualitative studies, market entry strategy, and campus-wide advocacy. Driven by a philosophy of patient, empathetic leadership and a commitment to uncovering non-public insights through deep research and stakeholder engagement.

Experience

Research Intern

HAIC LabinternshipJul 2026 – Present

Summary

Independently leading a qualitative study on AI's impact on early-career professionals' self-worth. Sole author of a forthcoming paper. Designed and conducted 15+ in-depth, semi-structured interviews across sectors. Conducting thematic analysis grounded in established psychological theories of self-efficacy, self-worth and identity

Results

  • Independently leading a qualitative study on AI's impact on early-career professionals' self-worth, currently in the thematic analysis phase.
  • Sole author of a forthcoming paper to be published internally through HAIC Lab.
  • Designed and conducted 15+ in-depth, semi-structured interviews across various sectors.
Qualitative ResearchThematic AnalysisSemi-structured InterviewsPsychological Theory

Accelerator Intern

Global HealthXinternshipJun 2026 – Aug 2026

Summary

Researched and authored reports on companies expanding into Indian markets. Sat in on client and advisory meetings across multiple engagements. Led outreach to potential advisors and physicians, and helped plan program events

Results

  • Secured 2 specialized physicians for the mentor pool through targeted outreach.
  • Conducted primary market research on 5 companies, extracting non-public data on retention rates, pricing models, and customer demographics.
  • Led competitor analysis and developed business model canvases and question matrices for market entry strategy.
  • Served as the primary Point of Contact (POC) for external participants and venue coordination for a trivia night event.
  • Onboarded 2 mentors to the accelerator pool.
  • Researched 5 companies to extract non-public retention and pricing data.
Market ResearchReport WritingStakeholder Outreach

Outreach and Communications Intern

Artha SamarthinternshipMay 2026 – Jul 2026
Conducted field visits and analysed social media performance to inform strategy. Wrote content for the company's LinkedIn page and website. Contributed to the company's website design
Social Media AnalyticsContent WritingWebsite Design

Skills

Technical

Qualitative Research
Research Methodology
Thematic Analysis
Social Media Analytics
Website Design

Areas of expertise

Written Communication
Critical Analysis
Project Management
Conflict Resolution

Languages

Hindi
English

Projects

Charity Show 2022

Management Team Member & Performeracademic
Organized a three-day cultural festival with 1,000+ participants. Authored the main event script and coordinated with school leadership. Contributed to fundraising efforts exceeding ₹4,00,000
Event ManagementScript WritingFundraising

Banjaara Cultural Fest, Ashoka University

Team Memberacademic
Designed and facilitated an art therapy workshop focused on creative well-being. Collaborated on planning and execution of 10+ cultural and interdisciplinary events
Art TherapyWorkshop FacilitationEvent Planning

Education

Undergraduate Degree

Ashoka University, Delhi NCRPsychology, EnglishAug 2023

Coursework

research methodologycritical analysiswritten communication

High School

Future Kids School, HyderabadJun 2019 – Mar 2023

Recognition

Patents & publications

AI's impact on early-career professionals' self-worth

publication

Forthcoming paper based on qualitative study conducted at HAIC Lab

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