A Bit About Me
Dedicated researcher and science communicator with a strong background in patient care, cell culture, and fMRI. Previously a Staff Engineer at the Kavli Institute for Systems Neuroscience, where I contributed to groundbreaking research on the neural correlates of spatial navigation and transient global amnesia. Adept at project design, fMRI data collection, and data analysis, with proficiency in scientific writing and clinical research. Seeking a Ph.D. position or research role to leverage my expertise in neuroscience and contribute to innovative studies. Passionate about advancing scientific knowledge and improving patient outcomes. I enjoy the varied nature of work in a research environment in which I can work both independently and in a team.
Work Experience
April 2023 – Present
August 2021 – September 2022
August 2020 – July 2021
Staff Engineer
Kavli Institute for Systems Neuroscience
Trondheim, Norway
Lab member with the Navarro Schröder Group
Responsibilities include project design and planning, collection and analysis of fMRI data, and patient recruitment.
https://www.ntnu.edu/kavli/navarro-schroeder-group#/view/about
Scientific Assistant (Vitenskaplieg assistant)
Institutt for psykologi, NTNU
Trondheim, Norway
Facilitated teaching in several undergraduate and clinical courses and was an important link between students and the department.
Initiated and implemented writing seminars for undergraduate students.
Assisted in the supervision of undergraduate thesis students and helped students interpret and communicate their results.
Graduate Student Researcher
Institutt for psykologi, NTNU
Worked with psychotherapists in an out-patient clinic to assess cognitive function in patients following mild traumatic brain injury.
Education
August 2018 – June 2021
September 2013 – April 2017
MSc Neuroscience
Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Trondheim, Norway
Thesis title: Assessing the Efficacy of Metacognitive Therapy for Persistent Post-Concussion Symptoms
Thesis Supervisor: Alexander Olsen
Hon. BSc Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour
McMaster University
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Thesis title: The effects of group cognitive behavioural therapy on coping and affect in adults with acquired brain injuries.
Thesis Supervisor: Diana Velikonja
January 2016 – June 2016
Exchange Semester—København Universitet
Copenhagen, Denmark
In conjunction with McMaster University