Serena Murphy Email & Phone Number

• Contributed to design of multiple research studies (e.g., a visual search pattern study)
• Conducted data collection and coordinated data collection procedures across multiple projects
• Recruited, hired and trained 15 research assistant (RA) positions
• Managed RA reimbursements and lab expenses
• Managed all lab logistics including monitoring bird health, meeting IUCAC regulation standards
• Managed research and shift schedules for RAs

Medford, Massachusetts, United States

• Implemented data collection protocols
• Collaborated with supervisor to design experiments testing various cognitive abilities of pigeons
• Provided daily care of pigeon and starling cohorts (feeding, handling, cage cleaning)
• Assisted with medical care of pigeons as necessary
• Responsible for troubleshooting if lab equipment broke down