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Chapel Hill, Nc, Us

Boston, Ma, Us

Menlo Park, Ca, Us

- Conducted in-depth user research, including qualitative and quantitative methods such as userinterviews, surveys, usability testing, and diary studies, to gather insights into user needs,behaviors, and motivations.- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, andengineers, to inform and influence product design and development decisions.- Analyzed data from user research and synthesized findings into actionable insights and recommendations, effectively communicating research results to stakeholders throughpresentations and reports.- Developed and maintained user personas, scenarios, and journey maps to ensure a deepunderstanding of user needs and to drive product development.- Contributed to the development and continuous improvement of UX research processes andmethodologies, ensuring that user-centered design principles are integrated into all aspects of product development.

Bethesda, Maryland, Us

Drawing on the MLT's unique data encompassing the lived career experiences of 7500+ Black, Latinx, and Native alumni to build insights into best practices on diversity, equity, and inclusion. My research focused on building diverse institutions, developing diverse leaders, and increasing socioeconomic mobility for underrepresented minorities. I was responsible for survey research, large-scale RCT program evaluation, and creating white papers/blog posts sharing our work with internal and external stakeholders. The RCT evaluation I developed earned a $10 million grant for MLT to test the effectiveness of their college-to-career solution at scale.

Richmond, Va, Us

- Used machine learning to increase student applications to Virginia's community colleges, increase student retention at community college, and improve outcomes after graduation.- Led program evaluation of Credits2Careers efforts to improve community college recruitment, retention, and degree completion for veterans.- Led research efforts to determine optimal resource allocation during next enrollment spike.- Coordinated across UVA and VCCS teams to ensure data security and accuracy between teams, following data use agreements.

Charlottesville, Va, Us

Fredericksburg, Va, Us

- Achieved a strong track record of scholarly activity by publishing 8 articles and 6 book reviews in top peer-reviewed journals.- Award-winning teacher who developed 10+ unique classes, including a three semester research design and methodology sequence ranging from 200-400 level courses in data literacy, research and writing for political scientists, and data science/machine learning in R.- Proven communication skills to a broader audience through op-eds and quotes in local, national, and international print and broadcast media.- Demonstrated collaboration skills through service on multiple committees, including leadership roles in curriculum and student issues and co-authored research projects.

- Consulted on design, implementation, and analysis of a large-scale field experiment aimed at increasing voter turnout.- Provided analysis and developed a presentation for experts and practitioners at the Analyst Institute.- Performed policy evaluation of automatic voter registration data.

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

- Applied expertise in research design to consult on randomized controlled trial design, analysis, and presentation of qualitative and quantitative research for clients.- Developed a “polling light” model providing quick, accurate survey results for clients.- Led long term research efforts on voter behavior and truthfulness in survey responses.

Riverside, Ca, Us

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Political Science And Government

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Political Science And Government