Lab Manager - REACH Youth Center, University of South Florida - St. Petersburg, FL
(2024-08)
Faculty Advisor: Tiffany Chenneville, PhD
- Conducted a systematic review examining the comorbidity of HIV and eating disorders (manuscript in progress)
- Aided in the development of a sexual health literacy scale by suggesting edits to items, programing Qualtrics surveys for cognitive interviewing, analyzing responses, locating existing scales to determine construct validity (manuscript in progress)
- Presented research posters related to HIV and mental health at USF Health Research Day 2026 and the 2026 Annual Miami CFAR Symposium
- Assisted in a literature review and writing of a manuscript related to behavioral and structural risk subgroups among youth living with HIV (manuscript in progress)
- Ran analysis to examine the relationship between mobile phone use and mental health functioning during Covid-19
- Provided feedback on abstracts and poster development for undergraduate research assistants
- Prepared figures, tables, and posters for conference and journal submissions
- Reviewed manuscripts to improve clarity and formatting prior to submission
- Onboarded undergraduate research assistants into the lab
- Oversaw administrative operations for the lab and lab members in a timely manner
Research Assistant - DEPTH Lab, University of South Florida - Tampa, FL
(2025-05)
Faculty Advisor: Diana Rancourt, PhD
- Ran participants in a body sensation study in which I administered a water load test and heartbeat counting task (in progress)
- Captured photos of participants' bodies and administered measures to detect their body self-perception (in progress)
- Obtained informed consent from human subjects and explained the study protocols, risks, and benefits (in progress)
- Entered and managed quantitative and qualitative data from participant's Eating Pathology Symptoms Inventory (EPSI) and Pica, ARFID, and Rumination Disorder Interview (PARDI)
- Assisted with a systematic review on body positive and body neutral interventions using Covidence
- Supported participant recruitment and outreach initiatives
- Presented and discussed empirical research on eating disorders and body image
Research Assistant - FLIRRT Lab, University of South Florida - St. Petersburg, FL
(2025-01 - 2025-08)
Faculty Advisor: Juliana French, PhD
- Examined research on interpersonal relationships and contraceptive use
- Coded physical attractiveness and facial symmetry variables for behavioral datasets
- Proposed potential research project ideas related to point-allocation experiments for partner preference
Research Assistant - Wang Lab, Florida State University - Tallahassee, FL
(2019-09 - 2022-05)
Faculty Advisor: Zuoxin Wang, PhD
- Conducted behavior scoring of prairie vole social bonding behaviors, anxiety-like behavior in elevated plus maze assessments, and social and drug reward interations using JWatcher software
- Performed neurogenesis cell counting in brain slices of prairie voles using a microscope and FIJI software
- Assisted with animal care, animal weaning procedures, and humane euthanasia following IACUC protocols
- Trained undergraduate assistants in behavior scoring, animal care and euthanasia, and laboratory procedures
Administrative Assistant - Administrative Assistant to Tiffany Chenneville, PhD, Marie E. and E. Leslie Cole Endowed Chair in Ethics, University of South Florida - St. Petersburg, FL
(2025-08)
- Assisted in the coordination of the annual Cole Chair Ethics Symposium in 2025: Rights, Responsibilities, and Risks: Ethical Healthcare in an AI Era
- Presented a poster at the APA 2025 conference on Dr. Chenneville's behalf
- Designed poster presentations
- Performed literature reviews for ongoing ethics projects
- Peer reviewed book chapters, manuscripts, and posters to improve clarity and formatting prior to submission
- Proactively assisted with tasks outside of core responsibilities
Teaching Assistant - University of South Florida - St. Petersburg, FL
(2025-01 - 2026-05)
- Provided support to instructors by grading assignments, communicating with students, and providing technical support when needed for four courses: Personality Theory (Anthony Capers, M.S, Spring 2025), Health Psychology (Dr. Kamesha Gabbidon, PhD., Summer 2025), Health Psychology Lead TA (Dr. Tiffany Chenneville, Fall 2025), Developmental Psychology Lead TA (Dr. Tiffany Chenneville, Spring 2025)
Student Success Center Exam Proctor - University of South Florida - St. Petersburg, FL
(2025-01)
- Supervised undergraduate exams to ensure a fair and safe testing environment
- Enforced academic integrity
- Provided clear instructions on how to access exams and use technology provided
- Addressed students' inquiries about technology during exam blocks
- Scheduled language placement exams
Patient Care Coordinator - Lotus Counseling Center - Miami, FL
(2023-03 - 2023-11)
- Discussed sensitive topics relating to the patient's mental health to pair them with therapists who could provide the best care for them while keeping HIPAA compliance
- Practiced problem-solving and critical thinking skills to provide a positive experience for all clients and therapists
- Verified insurance information to provide patients with a better understanding of their coverage and benefits in relation to a mental health care setting
- Elected point of contact for any glitches with our electronic health record system (EMED) or Communication software (Weave)
