Career Profile

I am actively looking for positions related to research and data analysis in academia or industry in the Greater Copenhagen area. If remote work is supported by the company (now, but also in post-pandemic times), then I am open to any position in Europe or the US.

I aim to develop my research skills by assisting with quantitative and/or qualitative research regardless of the topic. Depending on the project scope and the skills required, I would also be interested in independently leading the research process with the design (survey, interview schedule, etc), data collection (online, telephone, face-to-face), analysis, presentation (summary/visualization), and dissemination (within the relevant department, at conferences, etc).

Presently, I am continuously developing new skills that will assist with future data analysis tasks including: Python, SQL, and Power BI. I am also familiar with Git, Anaconda/Conda, and Jupyter Notebook. I consider myself to be a quick learner and easily adaptable, so if the position requires learning of any particular programming language or software, I would enjoy - and rise to! - the challenge.

Education

MSc in Research Methods in Psychology

2017 - 2018
University of Strathclyde

Taught Modules:

  • Quantitative Research Methods
  • Qualitative Research Methods
  • Software Skills
  • Practical Research Skills

Dissertation Module:

  • Title: Transliminality and Visual Perception: Investigating the interaction between transliminality scores and the rate of inattentional and change blindness.
  • Used E-Prime software to design computerized tasks to test change blindness and inattentional blindness
  • Used Qualtrics to design and administer a survey to later sort participants into groups
  • Used Calendly to organize lab visits for research participants to complete computerized tasks
  • Used SPSS and Excel for data management and analysis

Activities:

  • Acted as representative for the Research Methods postgraduate students
  • Volunteered for weekly seminars from visiting researchers
  • Engaged in various, general research-related activities in the department

Publication:

  • 3rd author: Super-Recognisers show an advantage for other race face identification (doi.org/10.1002/acp.3608)

Award:

  • Strathclyde Psychology Postgraduate Award for Academic Citizenship

BA in Psychology

2012 - 2016
Bemidji State University

During my undergraduate degree, I broadened my understanding of psychological concepts (e.g., cognitive psychology, personality psychology, abnormal psychology, counseling and crisis intervention, human sexuality, etcetera). I was also introduced to research methods and statistics for social sciences. I used SPSS and Microsoft Office programs regularly.

Experiences

Lecturer

2021 - Present
DIS Study Abroad, Copenhagen
  • Lecturer for ‘Public Mental Health’ course. Responsible for one sycnhronous class a week using Zoom in Spring 2021.
    • Skills developed and/or strengthened:
      • Communication skills: feedback to students, lecture presentations
      • Technical skills: Canvas, Zoom, Microsoft Office, Sli.do, Padlet, Coggle, general computer skills
      • Research skills: course is based on peer-reviewed articles and reports from reputable organizations (e.g., WHO)
  • Responsibilities expanded to include lecturing for courses: Cognitive Psychology of Decision-Making; Psychology of Adolescence: A Scandinavian Perspective; and Psychology of Religion and Atheism.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher

2017 - 2020
VIPKID, Remote

Instructed Chinese students (ages 5 to 16) using VIPKID’s curriculum. Delivered synchronous, online video lessons and adjusted the material to suit students’ individual needs. Taught more than 3,000 classes and more than 800 students. Consistently received 5-star ratings from satisfied parents and students.

  • Skills developed and/or strengthened:
    • Communication skills: feedback to students, parents, and company; communication across time zones and with language barriers
    • Time management skills: strict 25- to 30-minute lessons
    • Enthusiasm and adaptability
    • General computer and technical skills including troubleshooting common issues

Graduate Teaching Assistant

2017 - 2018
University of Strathclyde, Glasgow

Marked essays and lab reports, invigilated for tests, maintained paperwork, and met with students to provide direct feedback.

  • Skills developed and/or strengthened:
    • Varied communication skills (verbal and written feedback)
    • Time management skills: strict deadlines to meet
    • Friendliness and enthusiasm

Volunteer Experience

Foodsharing Copenhagen (2020 - Present) - We collect food that would otherwise be wasted from markets/bakeries in Denmark. The food is brought to either a charity, a community fridge, or a distribution point where local residents can come pick up a box of food to save.
Books & Company, Hellerup (2019 - Present) - I lead monthly book club meetings at a local book store, or on Zoom during pandemic times. I communicate regularly with members and bookstore management.

Skills & Proficiency

Windows OS

Microsoft Office

Linux/Ubuntu

SPSS

Python

Jupyter Notebook

E-Prime

HTML

Power BI

SQL

Tableau

R Studio