Communications Associate

• May 2023 - Oct 2023

Marketing Communications Specialist - Acquired by Recursion [Nasdaq: RXRX]

• Oct 2022 - May 2023

Communications Lead

• Oct 2017 - Oct 2022

• Coordinated outreach and communication efforts to promote the purpose and research initiatives of EpLink • Duties included developing evidence-based knowledge translation materials including lay summaries/newsletters of EpLink research, maintaining the EpLink website, and updating social media channels while tracking key metrics • Worked collaboratively with the Program Manager and team to organize logistics of epilepsy education/research seminars and public/media events… Show more • Coordinated outreach and communication efforts to promote the purpose and research initiatives of EpLink • Duties included developing evidence-based knowledge translation materials including lay summaries/newsletters of EpLink research, maintaining the EpLink website, and updating social media channels while tracking key metrics • Worked collaboratively with the Program Manager and team to organize logistics of epilepsy education/research seminars and public/media events, secure speakers and sponsors, and develop promotional materials for fundraising events • As Project Coordinator for the Epilepsy Priority Setting Partnership, organized Steering Committee teleconferences, drafted meeting agendas/minutes, and managed communications between stakeholders and the wider epilepsy community Show less • Coordinated outreach and communication efforts to promote the purpose and research initiatives of EpLink • Duties included developing evidence-based knowledge translation materials including lay summaries/newsletters of EpLink research, maintaining the EpLink website, and updating social media channels while tracking key metrics • Worked collaboratively with the Program Manager and team to organize logistics of epilepsy education/research seminars and public/media events… Show more • Coordinated outreach and communication efforts to promote the purpose and research initiatives of EpLink • Duties included developing evidence-based knowledge translation materials including lay summaries/newsletters of EpLink research, maintaining the EpLink website, and updating social media channels while tracking key metrics • Worked collaboratively with the Program Manager and team to organize logistics of epilepsy education/research seminars and public/media events, secure speakers and sponsors, and develop promotional materials for fundraising events • As Project Coordinator for the Epilepsy Priority Setting Partnership, organized Steering Committee teleconferences, drafted meeting agendas/minutes, and managed communications between stakeholders and the wider epilepsy community Show less

Communications Associate

• Oct 2015 - Sep 2017

• Duties included cross-functional collaboration across teams in the US and Europe, including R&D, clinical, legal, and management to compose well-crafted investor and R&D presentations • Developed digital content for company intranet and social media sites, and coordinated press release distribution and posting • As Chair of Employee Activities Committee, championed internal event planning and health and wellness initiatives, helping to enhance global employee engagement •… Show more • Duties included cross-functional collaboration across teams in the US and Europe, including R&D, clinical, legal, and management to compose well-crafted investor and R&D presentations • Developed digital content for company intranet and social media sites, and coordinated press release distribution and posting • As Chair of Employee Activities Committee, championed internal event planning and health and wellness initiatives, helping to enhance global employee engagement • Developed a full plan for company sponsorship and lead the company team recruitment for the Cancer Research Institute’s Answer To Cancer cycling events in June 2016 and 2017 in West Point, NY, USA Show less • Duties included cross-functional collaboration across teams in the US and Europe, including R&D, clinical, legal, and management to compose well-crafted investor and R&D presentations • Developed digital content for company intranet and social media sites, and coordinated press release distribution and posting • As Chair of Employee Activities Committee, championed internal event planning and health and wellness initiatives, helping to enhance global employee engagement •… Show more • Duties included cross-functional collaboration across teams in the US and Europe, including R&D, clinical, legal, and management to compose well-crafted investor and R&D presentations • Developed digital content for company intranet and social media sites, and coordinated press release distribution and posting • As Chair of Employee Activities Committee, championed internal event planning and health and wellness initiatives, helping to enhance global employee engagement • Developed a full plan for company sponsorship and lead the company team recruitment for the Cancer Research Institute’s Answer To Cancer cycling events in June 2016 and 2017 in West Point, NY, USA Show less

MSc Graduate Student

• Jul 2013 - Sep 2015

I completed my Master's thesis in a neuroendocrinology lab in the Cell and Systems Biology Department. Under the supervision of Dr. David Lovejoy, I studied the effects of a novel neuropeptide on brain metabolism, particularly examining hippocampal and hypothalamic cellular signalling systems. Apart from running multifaceted experiments, my responsibilities in the lab also included: • Training new lab personnel on SOPs, experimental techniques, and molecular biology protocols •… Show more I completed my Master's thesis in a neuroendocrinology lab in the Cell and Systems Biology Department. Under the supervision of Dr. David Lovejoy, I studied the effects of a novel neuropeptide on brain metabolism, particularly examining hippocampal and hypothalamic cellular signalling systems. Apart from running multifaceted experiments, my responsibilities in the lab also included: • Training new lab personnel on SOPs, experimental techniques, and molecular biology protocols • Maintaining an inventory catalogue, ordering materials and lab equipment, and liasing with sales representatives and biological product vendors • Managing lab finances and accounting, including conference registrations and reimbursements

Teaching Assistant (Endocrine/Animal Physiology courses)

• Sep 2013 - Apr 2015

• Demonstrated lab procedures, instructed safe lab etiquette, and explained key physiology concepts to students • Lead tutorials and acted as a moderator in group discussions, while guiding students on effective research methods • Graded presentations and essays and ensured that students were given constructive feedback

Retail Associate/Customer Service Representative

• Aug 2010 - Jun 2013

Sales Associate

• Oct 2012 - Apr 2013