Research Manager

• Oct 2022 - Present

Leads teams of research professionals who collaborate on large, grant-funded research projects for city, state, and non-profit organizationsManages research and evaluation processes using quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods and employs univariate, bivariate, and multivariate statistical tests to explore single time point and longitudinal data setsDesigns and implements evaluation plans that consider a wide variety of social justice issues and reporting needs to support grant funded efforts for city and state agenciesSynthesizes results of primary data collection from research and evaluation efforts with secondary data and literature reviews into compelling deliverables including: presentation slide decks, annual or final reports, executive summaries, and brief reports for distribution to community membersDesigns data visualizations that tell a story about the data and its place within the larger evaluation or research effortPlans and executes analysis and reporting to explore the implementation of block-grant funded programs targeting substance use in AlabamaProvides project component leadership and structural support for the implementation of substance use recovery focused programs in VirginiaDevelops relationships with clients that facilitate data collection and management, and development of impactful deliverables that meet client needs and funding requirements Show less

Researcher

• Sep 2021 - Oct 2022

Research Associate

• Aug 2018 - Oct 2022

Worked with ASPN Lab on research projects related to mental health, trauma, school success, and social relationshipsWrote academic manuscripts for publication in scholarly journalsManaged grant-funded research projects and data collection

Graduate Research Assistant

• Aug 2017 - May 2021

Researched effects of traumatic events on mental health among young adults who were adopted or spent time in foster care with an interdisciplinary teamCoordinated two multi-phase, grant-funded research projects (Catalyst: $20,000, PERQ: $50,000). Activities included: qualitative interviews, focus groups, survey development, study recruitment, and quantitative data collection with samples 300+Developed and validated a psychometric measure of ambiguous loss Managed projects with a team of 4 undergraduate and masters level students Analyzed quantitative, qualitative, and psychometric measurement data using SPSS, MPlus, Atlas.ti, and ExcelGave 13 presentations at 10 professional conferences Show less

Summer Fellow through the Environmental Fellows Program

• May 2018 - Sep 2018

Worked with Virginia Conservation Network to assess their network and improve diversity in the environmental non-profit community in Virginia Led a qualitative research project to assess the state of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the Virginia conservation community Planned and facilitated diversity, equity, and inclusion trainings with organization staff Led two sessions at the 2018 Virginia Environmental Assembly on environmental justice and diversity, equity, and inclusion Worked with Virginia Conservation Network to assess their network and improve diversity in the environmental non-profit community in Virginia Led a qualitative research project to assess the state of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the Virginia conservation community Planned and facilitated diversity, equity, and inclusion trainings with organization staff Led two sessions at the 2018 Virginia Environmental Assembly on environmental justice and diversity, equity, and inclusion

Graduate Research Assistant

• Sep 2016 - Aug 2017

Assists with recruitment, retention and engagement of participants for a longitudinal study on the effect of certain chemicals on infant neurocognitive development

Test Administrator, UIUC Testing Center

• Dec 2015 - May 2017

Maintained test center environment and integrity, assisted test-takers with any issues, followed detailed protocol in the administration of national exams including MCAT, GRE, GMAT, CPA

Graduate Research Assistant, STEPP Lab

• May 2016 - Aug 2016

Works with human subjects to better understand the link between individual trauma history and dental health.

Clinical Intern

• Aug 2016 - May 2017

Assists with group facilitation and individual client sessions and case management at a not-for-profit substance use recovery center Assists with group facilitation and individual client sessions and case management at a not-for-profit substance use recovery center

Graduate Coordinator

• Aug 2015 - May 2016

Managed 25-30 undergraduate tutors at two elementary school locations, matched tutor schedules and teacher needs, acted as direct supervisor, developed relationships to encourage continued participation in the program by teachers and tutors alike Managed 25-30 undergraduate tutors at two elementary school locations, matched tutor schedules and teacher needs, acted as direct supervisor, developed relationships to encourage continued participation in the program by teachers and tutors alike

Day Manager for The Jane Ballroom and Roof

• Dec 2011 - Jun 2013

Organized and completed payroll for 40 employees including cash and credit card tips, Assisted with special event coordination for many high profile events and clients, Responsible for daily and long term location maintenance Organized and completed payroll for 40 employees including cash and credit card tips, Assisted with special event coordination for many high profile events and clients, Responsible for daily and long term location maintenance

Market Manager

• Apr 2011 - Nov 2011

Orchestrated farmer's market operations for three Queens markets. Worked with local WIC and SNAP offices to increase customer base for vendors and provide consumers improved shopping options. Advertised to local communities about market hours and offerings through out the season. Orchestrated farmer's market operations for three Queens markets. Worked with local WIC and SNAP offices to increase customer base for vendors and provide consumers improved shopping options. Advertised to local communities about market hours and offerings through out the season.

VP of Exchange

• Mar 2008 - Mar 2009

Facilitated international internship opportunities for students by connecting them with placements abroad and monitoring their successes there. Selected international candidates for interviews at local organizations and helped with their transition to life in Lugano Facilitated international internship opportunities for students by connecting them with placements abroad and monitoring their successes there. Selected international candidates for interviews at local organizations and helped with their transition to life in Lugano