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Solutions in Medicine and Health from the Social SciencesWe conduct research and reporting for Medical Device Manufacturers, Medical Professionals, and Healthcare Providers who want to understand and improve their product and services. For Medical Device Manufacturers: we Conduct: --) End-User Research, Validation Testing, Human Factors Engineering, Summative Research, Formative Research with early Prototypes, Use-Related Risks Analyses (URRA), 510(k) Reporting, De Novo Submissions, etc. For Medical Professionals on Technological Uptake and Use we Conduct:--) Research with other medical professionals to understand the reasons, motives, and forces that underlie technological uptake and how to improve overall use. Why medical professionals use or don't use the technologies available to them.For Healthcare Providers we Conduct:--) Research with patients and would-be patients on their experience with healthcare providers so as to reduce known impediments to healthcare seeking behaviors and improve overall public heath outcomes.If you need:Research on end-users of your medical device and/or service to improve design or clear FDA regulations (e.g., 510(k)).Research on why medical professionals use or don't use already existing services and/or products.Research on patients and potential patients on why they use or don't use your services and/or products.TIMBS Consulting will build a research project, collect and analyze data, and provide you with a final report you cant take action on to clear FDA regulations, improve your product, increase uptake, and better serve your patients.

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

►Instruct undergraduate and graduate courses in sociology, including preparing and delivering lectures, creating syllabi, designing assignments, and evaluating student performance.► Conduct and publish original research in the field of sociology, contributing to the body of knowledge.► Peer review of research papers, grant proposals, and academic journals.► Stay current with developments in the field of sociology by attending conferences, workshops, and seminars.► Apply sociological expertise to address societal challenges or contribute to public discourse on relevant issues.► Encourage and support students in their academic pursuits, helping them explore sociological concepts and develop critical thinking skills.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

As a Senior User Experience Researcher within the technology industry, I collaborated with leading companies such as Google and Meta. My professional journey has been marked by the following key accomplishments:► National and International Research Leadership: Excel in designing and overseeing national and international research projects across diverse markets. My role involves synthesizing client needs and strategically constructing research teams and projects that align seamlessly with these requirements.► End-to-End Project Management: Pride in orchestrating all aspects of research projects, from inception to completion. This includes liaising with partners on national and international recruitment, crafting effective screeners, and continuously monitoring client expectations throughout project timelines.► Data-Driven Insights: My approach emphasizes the collection of actionable data to address immediate and long-term client and stakeholder needs. Dedicated to delivering final reports that not only provide valuable insights but also offer actionable recommendations to enhance product usability, messaging, and design.► Global Usability Testing: Robust track record in leading usability tests, scrutinizing critical user journeys, and conducting prototype testing across a global spectrum, including markets such as the US, Mexico, Egypt, Vietnam, and India.

Ph.D, Sociology

Conceptualized, planned, recruited, analyzed research for Master's thesis and Doctoral dissertation. Survey and questionnaire analysis.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Sociology And English