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
August 2019 – March 2020
May 2017 – May 2018
June 2013 – August 2018 (Summers)
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
Trondheim, Norway
Worked with psychotherapists in an out-patient clinic to assess cognitive function in patients following mild traumatic brain injury.
Graduate Student Researcher
Institute for Clinical and Molecular Medicine, St. Olav’s Hospital
Trondheim, Norway
Created neural organoids from human induced-pluripotent stem cells. Stained and imaged for region-specific markers in slides of cryosectioned organoids.
Editor and Project Manager
Neurosociety Lab
McMaster University
Hamilton, Ontario
Responsibilities included website design and maintenance, management of undergraduate students, and editing of written content.
Clinical Assistant
Invision Eyecare
Peterborough, Ontario
Responsibilities included: Recording medical history and current medications; administering and recording tests of visual acuity, colour vision, intraocular pressure, and visual fields; using imaging technology to capture retinal photographs and ocular coherence tomography; and working with children and those with disabilities.
www.myinvision.ca
Education
August 2018 – June 2021
September 2013 – April 2017
January 2016 – June 2016
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
Exchange Semester—København Universitet
Copenhagen, Denmark
In conjunction with McMaster University
Academic Publications
Rauwenhoff, J. C. C., Hagen, R., Karaliute, M., Hjemdal, O., Kennair, L. E. O., Solem, S., Asarnow, R. F., Einarsen, C., Halvorsen, J. Ø., Paoli, S., Saksvik, S. B., Smevik, H., Storvig, G., Wells, A., Skandsen, T., & Olsen, A. (2024). Metacognitive Therapy for People Experiencing Persistent Post-Concussion Symptoms Following Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: A Preliminary Multiple Case-Series Study. Neurotrauma Reports, 5(1), 890–902. https://doi.org/10.1089/neur.2024.0076
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Skills
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Scientific Writing
Experienced in translating complex scientific concepts into clear, engaging content for diverse audiences.
Patient Care
Competence in interacting with study participants, obtaining informed consent, and ensuring ethical conduct throughout research processes.
Stem Cell Culture
Proficient in the cultivation, maintenance, and differentiation of induced pluripotent stem cells
Literature Review and Editing
Proficient in conducting comprehensive literature reviews, synthesizing diverse scientific sources, and ensuring accuracy in editing.
fMRI Data Collection
Experienced in functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging, including data collection and safety protocols
Data Management
Competent in maintaining and analyzing research data, including database management and statistical reporting (e.g., SPSS, R)
