Scientific Educator Bridging Research & Application
I am a scientific educator and research communicator with expertise in the mental and physical health factors associated with pain, inflammation, and stress resilience. Across nonprofit, academic, and federal settings, I've designed and supported educational initiatives that help trainees, faculty, and interdisciplinary stakeholders engage meaningfully with complex scientific concepts. My work has translated research into practical learning experiences through curriculum design, conference programming, workshops, and collaborative program development. In parallel with organizational roles, I create neuroscience-informed educational content and deliver presentations that bridge scientific evidence and real-world application. Whether speaking to professional audiences or developing multimedia resources, I prioritize clarity, accessibility, and intellectual rigor. My approach is grounded in data-informed decision making, stakeholder engagement, and a strong user-focus shaped by both research training and lived experience as a STEM/health science trainee.
· Design, publish, and promote an interactive and accessible eBook and workbook on stress management.
· Script, record, and edit health psychology curriculum into short videos while utilizing SEO to enhance audience reach.
· Perform talks on emotional intelligence and stress management for conferences, schools, and alumni/community groups.
Society for Neuroscience
Washington, District of Columbia
· As Staff Liaison for the Neuroscience Training Committee, drove development and deployment of annual meeting and virtual programming in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
· Designed and evaluated needs assessments and session surveys to improve future training opportunities for volunteers.
· Applied andragogical and content expertise to draft descriptions and learning objectives for courses and webinars.
· Coordinated and copy-edited committee meeting memos, eBooks, minutes, agendas, talking points, slides, and SOPs.
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), Section on Neurobiology of Fear & Anxiety
Maryland
Collaborated with 8 researchers, clinicians, and administrative staff to execute 6 experimental protocols investigating the influence of anxiety on human cognition, towards 3 co-authored, peer-reviewed publications