Experience

Alzheimer's Association®

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director, Medical Writing

  • May 2023 - Present



Northwestern University - The Feinberg School of Medicine

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Assistant Professor of Neurology (Research Track)

  • Feb 2021 - May 2023

  • Successfully managed multiple research projects focused on identifying early markers of cerebrovascular damage and cognitive impairment across the lifespan, serving as Principal Investigator and co-Investigator on three active studies.• Collaborated with a diverse range of stakeholders, including physicians, epidemiologists, and engineers, to drive research initiatives forward and ensure successful outcomes.• Utilized electronic health records data from Northwestern Medicine (NMHC) to design, manage, and analyze prospective epidemiologic clinical studies, generating key insights into disease progression and outcomes.• Conducted statistical analysis of retrospective data from large observational cohorts, leveraging advanced analytical techniques to identify trends and correlations related to chronic diseases and their impact on neurologic outcomes.• Effectively communicated complex scientific topics to a diverse audience through various channels, including journal papers, abstracts, and scientific presentations.• Coordinated and oversaw information sharing among study team members, ensuring timely and accurate dissemination of critical data and insights.• Develop and maintain comprehensive study documentation, including regulatory documents for IRB approval, data analysis plans, technical reports, and budget forms.• Supervised and mentored medical students, residents, and fellows on various research projects, fostering an environment of learning and collaboration. Show less

• Postdoctoral Fellow

  • Feb 2018 - Jan 2021

  • Utilized advanced quantitative methods in epidemiology to study the life course contribution of vascular risk factors to cognitive and mobility impairment, presenting findings at prestigious scientific conferences (e.g., AAIC, AAN meeting, VasCog) and publishing in high-impact journals such as Circulation.• Applied cutting-edge techniques to quantify brain MRI images acquired through novel intracranial 4D flow MRI, providing critical insights into 3D blood flow properties in the brain and publishing results in the JMRI journal.• Conducted comprehensive patient data query, extraction, and compilation from electronic health records at Northwestern Medicine (NMHC), using SQL, Microsoft Excel, SPSS, and R to extract critical insights for various research projects.• Managed department databases and conducted internal data quality control, retrieving data for corresponding projects and performing advanced statistical analyses to generate novel findings.• Provided critical support for grant-related activities, including drafting grants, providing pilot data, conducting program evaluations, and managing budgets to ensure successful outcomes.• Mentored and supervised medical students, residents, and fellows on various research projects, fostering an environment of learning and collaboration and generating new insights into critical health challenges. Show less



Leiden University Medical Center

• Netherlands
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Scientist | PhD Researcher

  • 2014 - Jan 2018

  • Applied advanced quantitative methods in epidemiology to study the interplay between various biomarkers and cognition, utilizing real-world evidence (RWE) observational databases to produce 6 publications and 10+ poster and oral presentations at national and international scientific meetings.• Conducted critical experiments utilizing immunohistochemistry and western blot techniques on human postmortem tissue to identify the role of a protein biomarker in neurodegenerative diseases, generating new insights into critical health challenges.• Collaborated with team members to design, develop, and modify research projects, leveraging advanced analytical techniques to generate critical insights into complex biological systems.• Drafted and delivered key project deliverables, including protocols, analysis plans, reports, manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations, showcasing expertise in written and verbal communication skills.• Assisted with securing grant funding through writing and preparing pilot results, demonstrating a strong ability to effectively communicate complex scientific concepts to a broad range of stakeholders. Show less

• Research Assistant

  • 2012 - 2014