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Resume

Work Experience

Graduate Researcher

2015 - Present

  • Managed multiple research projects in various subject areas including health policy and service use, critical care muscle physiology, and falls risk research

  • Developed and refined 10 scientific articles, incorporating feedback from co-authors and providing rationale for decisions

  • Engaged with stakeholders on multiple collaborations to create problem-based solutions in various research areas

Freelance Editor

2018 - Present

  • Edited scientific manuscripts for international scientists, highlighting areas for improvement and adjusting text to meet the target audience

  • Consistently exceeded client needs with an 89% client rating of outstanding

  • Directly communicated with clients ensuring their meaning was interpreted correctly, providing multiple solutions and explanations for changes

Senior Science Writer

2018 - 2021

  • Adapted research findings for consumption by a broad audience of healthcare staff and researchers

  • Involved in multiple aspects of publishing process from conception to publication

  • Communicated current issues and advancements in research through interviews with leaders in scientific fields

Teaching Assistant

2018 - 2020

  • Developed content and ran tutorials on science communication

  • Conducted group workshops and presented in front of large audiences (over 100 individuals), receiving 4 recognition awards for presentation skills

Lab & Research Coordinator

2014 - 2020

  • Managed and supported various multi-site, research group projects and trained students on data collection and analysis methods

  • Conducted literature reviews to inform current practices and research

  • Planned and organized biannual team meetings with researchers, clinicians, patients, and caregivers to revise research objectives to the reflect needs of all relevant stakeholders

  • Worked as a research assistant in four different labs focused on solid organ transplant, respiratory physiology, biomechanics, and brain injury

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Leadership Roles (Unpaid)

Advisor

2019 - Present

  • Mentored 12 MScPT students in science communication and research methods

  • Actively engaged and supported the development of research skills through weekly meetings, pilot data collections, and manuscript editing

  • Delegated tasks to ensure efficient and timely completion of duties

Mentorship Committee Chair

2017 - 2020

  • Led a team of 10 members and developed a program for incoming students to receive guidance and expertise from senior students, mentoring 8 students in the program

  • Spearheaded multiple initiatives to enhance student engagement and optimize their learning experience

  • Engaged current students and alumni in events to increase networking opportunities and learn about various corporate/academic positions

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Funding & Awards

Major Scholarships (6)

$82,500

Minor Awards & Distinctions (24)

$41,610

Research Grants (1)

$10,000

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Education

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2010 - 2014

BSc, Kinesiology & Physical Education

Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo ON Canada

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2015 - 2017

MSc, Rehabilitation Sciences

University of Toronto, Toronto ON Canada

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2017 - Present

PhD, Rehabilitation Sciences

University of Toronto, Toronto ON Canada

Resume: CV
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