Shamsi Monfared, MSc. Ph.D.
Research And Development Scientist at Innsightful- Claim this Profile
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Persian Native or bilingual proficiency
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Turkish Limited working proficiency
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Arabic Elementary proficiency
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Egheoise Otaigbe
I had the privilege of being a student researcher under Dr. Monfared while at Georgia Tech. I am happy to write this recommendation for her because of her creative approach to teaching, her level of expertise, and her compassion and kindness toward her students. Right from the first meeting, Dr. Monfared showcased her unique teaching style. She had us play a game with wooden sticks, and she was able to create a lesson through it. Her ability to creatively engage us enhanced our research experience and made it much more interesting. This creative engagement combined with her level of expertise provided us with a strong education in psychology and neuroscience. Our project involved programming, neuroscience, and electrical engineering, and Dr.Monfared was able to seamlessly weave these subjects together while being present for any questions we had. Finally, Dr. Monfared’s level of care for us throughout the experience remains unparalleled, and it continues to this day. When I informed her of an accident surrounding a family member, Dr. Monfared was supportive, while still motivating us to work on our project. She remained compassionate during COVID, working tirelessly to continue making a comfortable learning environment. I strongly recommend Dr. Monfared because she combines creativity, intelligence, and compassion. These traits have created a unique and enriching learning experience that has continued to inspire me throughout my academic journey. Sincerely, Egheoise Otaigbe
Brian Cheng
Dr. Monfared is a fantastic research mentor! When I was working closely with her under the Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) program, her passion and dedication inspired many of us to conduct excellent research. Leading two complex projects, she proficiently managed a diverse team of researchers and collaborated effectively with other scientists. I am grateful for her guidance. More importantly, I am sure she can contribute to the academic and professional growth of many others while demonstrating leadership in the frontier of scientific discovery.
Itay (Red) Basevitch
Shamsi is a growing force in the field of Performance Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience, a relatively new and emerging field. Shamsi is a quick learner, a true team player and a motivated and passionate researcher, educator and practitioner! She is not afraid to take on challenges, always achieves her and the team's goals and has a unique and creative perspective that makes her an up and coming leader in the field. She has experience working with elite athletes, law enforcement and high performers in various domains. Her research is cutting-edge and published in the top journals. As an educator, Shamsi is innovative, connected with her students and truly cares about instilling learning habits and acquiring a passion for the field.
Egheoise Otaigbe
I had the privilege of being a student researcher under Dr. Monfared while at Georgia Tech. I am happy to write this recommendation for her because of her creative approach to teaching, her level of expertise, and her compassion and kindness toward her students. Right from the first meeting, Dr. Monfared showcased her unique teaching style. She had us play a game with wooden sticks, and she was able to create a lesson through it. Her ability to creatively engage us enhanced our research experience and made it much more interesting. This creative engagement combined with her level of expertise provided us with a strong education in psychology and neuroscience. Our project involved programming, neuroscience, and electrical engineering, and Dr.Monfared was able to seamlessly weave these subjects together while being present for any questions we had. Finally, Dr. Monfared’s level of care for us throughout the experience remains unparalleled, and it continues to this day. When I informed her of an accident surrounding a family member, Dr. Monfared was supportive, while still motivating us to work on our project. She remained compassionate during COVID, working tirelessly to continue making a comfortable learning environment. I strongly recommend Dr. Monfared because she combines creativity, intelligence, and compassion. These traits have created a unique and enriching learning experience that has continued to inspire me throughout my academic journey. Sincerely, Egheoise Otaigbe
Brian Cheng
Dr. Monfared is a fantastic research mentor! When I was working closely with her under the Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) program, her passion and dedication inspired many of us to conduct excellent research. Leading two complex projects, she proficiently managed a diverse team of researchers and collaborated effectively with other scientists. I am grateful for her guidance. More importantly, I am sure she can contribute to the academic and professional growth of many others while demonstrating leadership in the frontier of scientific discovery.
Itay (Red) Basevitch
Shamsi is a growing force in the field of Performance Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience, a relatively new and emerging field. Shamsi is a quick learner, a true team player and a motivated and passionate researcher, educator and practitioner! She is not afraid to take on challenges, always achieves her and the team's goals and has a unique and creative perspective that makes her an up and coming leader in the field. She has experience working with elite athletes, law enforcement and high performers in various domains. Her research is cutting-edge and published in the top journals. As an educator, Shamsi is innovative, connected with her students and truly cares about instilling learning habits and acquiring a passion for the field.
Egheoise Otaigbe
I had the privilege of being a student researcher under Dr. Monfared while at Georgia Tech. I am happy to write this recommendation for her because of her creative approach to teaching, her level of expertise, and her compassion and kindness toward her students. Right from the first meeting, Dr. Monfared showcased her unique teaching style. She had us play a game with wooden sticks, and she was able to create a lesson through it. Her ability to creatively engage us enhanced our research experience and made it much more interesting. This creative engagement combined with her level of expertise provided us with a strong education in psychology and neuroscience. Our project involved programming, neuroscience, and electrical engineering, and Dr.Monfared was able to seamlessly weave these subjects together while being present for any questions we had. Finally, Dr. Monfared’s level of care for us throughout the experience remains unparalleled, and it continues to this day. When I informed her of an accident surrounding a family member, Dr. Monfared was supportive, while still motivating us to work on our project. She remained compassionate during COVID, working tirelessly to continue making a comfortable learning environment. I strongly recommend Dr. Monfared because she combines creativity, intelligence, and compassion. These traits have created a unique and enriching learning experience that has continued to inspire me throughout my academic journey. Sincerely, Egheoise Otaigbe
Brian Cheng
Dr. Monfared is a fantastic research mentor! When I was working closely with her under the Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) program, her passion and dedication inspired many of us to conduct excellent research. Leading two complex projects, she proficiently managed a diverse team of researchers and collaborated effectively with other scientists. I am grateful for her guidance. More importantly, I am sure she can contribute to the academic and professional growth of many others while demonstrating leadership in the frontier of scientific discovery.
Itay (Red) Basevitch
Shamsi is a growing force in the field of Performance Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience, a relatively new and emerging field. Shamsi is a quick learner, a true team player and a motivated and passionate researcher, educator and practitioner! She is not afraid to take on challenges, always achieves her and the team's goals and has a unique and creative perspective that makes her an up and coming leader in the field. She has experience working with elite athletes, law enforcement and high performers in various domains. Her research is cutting-edge and published in the top journals. As an educator, Shamsi is innovative, connected with her students and truly cares about instilling learning habits and acquiring a passion for the field.
Egheoise Otaigbe
I had the privilege of being a student researcher under Dr. Monfared while at Georgia Tech. I am happy to write this recommendation for her because of her creative approach to teaching, her level of expertise, and her compassion and kindness toward her students. Right from the first meeting, Dr. Monfared showcased her unique teaching style. She had us play a game with wooden sticks, and she was able to create a lesson through it. Her ability to creatively engage us enhanced our research experience and made it much more interesting. This creative engagement combined with her level of expertise provided us with a strong education in psychology and neuroscience. Our project involved programming, neuroscience, and electrical engineering, and Dr.Monfared was able to seamlessly weave these subjects together while being present for any questions we had. Finally, Dr. Monfared’s level of care for us throughout the experience remains unparalleled, and it continues to this day. When I informed her of an accident surrounding a family member, Dr. Monfared was supportive, while still motivating us to work on our project. She remained compassionate during COVID, working tirelessly to continue making a comfortable learning environment. I strongly recommend Dr. Monfared because she combines creativity, intelligence, and compassion. These traits have created a unique and enriching learning experience that has continued to inspire me throughout my academic journey. Sincerely, Egheoise Otaigbe
Brian Cheng
Dr. Monfared is a fantastic research mentor! When I was working closely with her under the Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) program, her passion and dedication inspired many of us to conduct excellent research. Leading two complex projects, she proficiently managed a diverse team of researchers and collaborated effectively with other scientists. I am grateful for her guidance. More importantly, I am sure she can contribute to the academic and professional growth of many others while demonstrating leadership in the frontier of scientific discovery.
Itay (Red) Basevitch
Shamsi is a growing force in the field of Performance Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience, a relatively new and emerging field. Shamsi is a quick learner, a true team player and a motivated and passionate researcher, educator and practitioner! She is not afraid to take on challenges, always achieves her and the team's goals and has a unique and creative perspective that makes her an up and coming leader in the field. She has experience working with elite athletes, law enforcement and high performers in various domains. Her research is cutting-edge and published in the top journals. As an educator, Shamsi is innovative, connected with her students and truly cares about instilling learning habits and acquiring a passion for the field.
Credentials
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Project Management Professional (PMP) Preparation
CourseraApr, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Freesurfer Workshop
The MGH/HST Martinos Center for Biomedical ImagingNov, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
EEGLAB Workshop
Swartz Center for Computational NeuroscienceJul, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Measurement and Statistics
Florida State UniversityAug, 2016- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Innsightful
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Research And Development Scientist
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Jul 2020 - Present
As an R&D Scientist at Innsightful, I'm involved in advancing our self-management stress wristband. I've initiated 2 pioneering research; one to diagnose burnout through physiological markers among healthcare professionals, and assisted in establishing resilience training through bio-feedback effects, contributing to life-changing medical technology. Collaborating with a dynamic team of 6 engineers and scientists, we've driven a revolutionary prototype and secured grant… Show more As an R&D Scientist at Innsightful, I'm involved in advancing our self-management stress wristband. I've initiated 2 pioneering research; one to diagnose burnout through physiological markers among healthcare professionals, and assisted in establishing resilience training through bio-feedback effects, contributing to life-changing medical technology. Collaborating with a dynamic team of 6 engineers and scientists, we've driven a revolutionary prototype and secured grant applications from NIH and NSF. I help with grant writing, the device validation process, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA and FDA guidelines for our first product's regulatory approval. I'm committed to growth through continuous learning via online courses, workshops, and conferences. Show less As an R&D Scientist at Innsightful, I'm involved in advancing our self-management stress wristband. I've initiated 2 pioneering research; one to diagnose burnout through physiological markers among healthcare professionals, and assisted in establishing resilience training through bio-feedback effects, contributing to life-changing medical technology. Collaborating with a dynamic team of 6 engineers and scientists, we've driven a revolutionary prototype and secured grant… Show more As an R&D Scientist at Innsightful, I'm involved in advancing our self-management stress wristband. I've initiated 2 pioneering research; one to diagnose burnout through physiological markers among healthcare professionals, and assisted in establishing resilience training through bio-feedback effects, contributing to life-changing medical technology. Collaborating with a dynamic team of 6 engineers and scientists, we've driven a revolutionary prototype and secured grant applications from NIH and NSF. I help with grant writing, the device validation process, and ensuring compliance with HIPAA and FDA guidelines for our first product's regulatory approval. I'm committed to growth through continuous learning via online courses, workshops, and conferences. Show less
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Canada
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Banking
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Research Analyst
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Oct 2021 - Nov 2022
Designed and led 8+ research qualitative and quantitative projects, accelerating product development and enhancing user satisfaction by employing user experience research methodologies (usability testing, depth interviews, verbal reports, tree testing, surveys, heuristics, competitive analysis, and more). Surveyed 2000+ customers, integrating insights into product design from conceptualization to market release. Collaborated with diverse teams of stakeholders including designers… Show more Designed and led 8+ research qualitative and quantitative projects, accelerating product development and enhancing user satisfaction by employing user experience research methodologies (usability testing, depth interviews, verbal reports, tree testing, surveys, heuristics, competitive analysis, and more). Surveyed 2000+ customers, integrating insights into product design from conceptualization to market release. Collaborated with diverse teams of stakeholders including designers, content creators, programmers, and product owners, to align design with customer expectations and to improve satisfaction. Show less Designed and led 8+ research qualitative and quantitative projects, accelerating product development and enhancing user satisfaction by employing user experience research methodologies (usability testing, depth interviews, verbal reports, tree testing, surveys, heuristics, competitive analysis, and more). Surveyed 2000+ customers, integrating insights into product design from conceptualization to market release. Collaborated with diverse teams of stakeholders including designers… Show more Designed and led 8+ research qualitative and quantitative projects, accelerating product development and enhancing user satisfaction by employing user experience research methodologies (usability testing, depth interviews, verbal reports, tree testing, surveys, heuristics, competitive analysis, and more). Surveyed 2000+ customers, integrating insights into product design from conceptualization to market release. Collaborated with diverse teams of stakeholders including designers, content creators, programmers, and product owners, to align design with customer expectations and to improve satisfaction. Show less
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Georgia Institute of Technology
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Research Project Manager
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Jan 2018 - Jul 2020
Founded the Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) research program from scratch at the School of Psychology Proposed and managed 2 complex research projects, simultaneously equipped a lab with required software and hardware Supervised and led a diverse cross-functional team of 14 engineers and researchers, collaborating effectively with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and fostering a dynamic research environment. Acquired and managed an impressive $100K in grants Utilized… Show more Founded the Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) research program from scratch at the School of Psychology Proposed and managed 2 complex research projects, simultaneously equipped a lab with required software and hardware Supervised and led a diverse cross-functional team of 14 engineers and researchers, collaborating effectively with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and fostering a dynamic research environment. Acquired and managed an impressive $100K in grants Utilized agile project management systems to ensure flexibility and adaptability in research execution, and employed summative and formative research to validate the developed device's hardware and software, empowering efficient problem-solving and swift decision-making Developed and implemented 5 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), promoting consistency, quality, and compliance within the research program. Organized the development of a cutting-edge research simulating tool (hardware and software), fueling my passion for engineering project management and innovative technological advancements. Ensured the safety and ethical considerations of human subjects and devices throughout the research My diverse accomplishments in program development, project management, leadership, grant acquisition, and cutting-edge technological research speak volumes. They position me as a highly valuable asset for future roles as an R&D research scientist and project manager. Show less Founded the Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) research program from scratch at the School of Psychology Proposed and managed 2 complex research projects, simultaneously equipped a lab with required software and hardware Supervised and led a diverse cross-functional team of 14 engineers and researchers, collaborating effectively with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and fostering a dynamic research environment. Acquired and managed an impressive $100K in grants Utilized… Show more Founded the Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) research program from scratch at the School of Psychology Proposed and managed 2 complex research projects, simultaneously equipped a lab with required software and hardware Supervised and led a diverse cross-functional team of 14 engineers and researchers, collaborating effectively with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and fostering a dynamic research environment. Acquired and managed an impressive $100K in grants Utilized agile project management systems to ensure flexibility and adaptability in research execution, and employed summative and formative research to validate the developed device's hardware and software, empowering efficient problem-solving and swift decision-making Developed and implemented 5 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), promoting consistency, quality, and compliance within the research program. Organized the development of a cutting-edge research simulating tool (hardware and software), fueling my passion for engineering project management and innovative technological advancements. Ensured the safety and ethical considerations of human subjects and devices throughout the research My diverse accomplishments in program development, project management, leadership, grant acquisition, and cutting-edge technological research speak volumes. They position me as a highly valuable asset for future roles as an R&D research scientist and project manager. Show less
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Florida State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Early-Stage Researcher & Instructor
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Aug 2015 - Jan 2018
Proposed, managed, and conducted 3 impactful research projects in cognition, perception, and performance, all of which were published in high-impact journals and presented at national conferences Acquired over $40K in grants through successful grant writing efforts, earned recognition with GENIVIA grants and a prestigious graduate dissertation award campus-wide Instructed and taught 7 engaging courses to both graduate and undergraduate students, fostering a dynamic learning… Show more Proposed, managed, and conducted 3 impactful research projects in cognition, perception, and performance, all of which were published in high-impact journals and presented at national conferences Acquired over $40K in grants through successful grant writing efforts, earned recognition with GENIVIA grants and a prestigious graduate dissertation award campus-wide Instructed and taught 7 engaging courses to both graduate and undergraduate students, fostering a dynamic learning environment and emphasizing experiential learning, critical thinking, and hands-on practical skills development.
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Lab Coordinator and Primary Researcher
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May 2013 - Aug 2015
As a skilled lab coordinator, I managed to conduct 6 impactful research projects in learning and categorization, 3 of which were published in high-impact journals including Cortex and Physiology Proficiently utilized various research techniques, including quantitative and qualitative analysis, EEG and ERP analysis using statistical software such as SPSS, R, and MATLAB Oversaw and managed daily laboratory operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols Coordinated… Show more As a skilled lab coordinator, I managed to conduct 6 impactful research projects in learning and categorization, 3 of which were published in high-impact journals including Cortex and Physiology Proficiently utilized various research techniques, including quantitative and qualitative analysis, EEG and ERP analysis using statistical software such as SPSS, R, and MATLAB Oversaw and managed daily laboratory operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols Coordinated research activities, trained and supported team members in their scientific endeavors Maintained an organized lab environment to facilitate efficient work processes and optimize productivity
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Education
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2018 - 2021
Georgia Institute of Technology
Postgraduate Degree, Engineering Psychology -
2012 - 2018
Florida State University
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Educational Psychology
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