Curriculum Vitae
A brief description of my educational journey and professional experience so far.
Experience
Sep 22 -
Present
Doctoral Researcher & Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Surrey
As a doctoral researcher, I design, conduct, analyse, and disseminate high-quality research on the topic of mental health stigma reduction using virtual reality, specifically within healthcare education. Furthermore, I actively participate in conferences and seminars, and pursue targeted academic and professional development training to enhance expertise and contribute to the field. As a graduate teaching assistant, I deliver teaching sessions across various undergraduate and postgraduate psychology modules, mark student work (e.g., essays, lab reports, presentations, exams) and provide constructive feedback to support learning and development.
Jul 21 -
Aug 22
Research Assistant
Intensive Care National Audit and Research Centre
As a research assistant, I played a key role in the clinical trials unit by successfully coordinating trial initiation and recruitment across various NHS sites. Specifically, I ensured documentation completion, including R&D approvals, developed training materials and organised site initiation visits, set up randomisation systems and trial databases, supported site staff with queries related to recruitment and data collection, and validated payments. Additionally, I conducted participant follow-up by administering quality-of-life and well-being questionnaires and liaised with relevant stakeholders to ensure a high response rate and to optimise follow-up strategies.
Nov 20 -
Aug 21
Aug 19 -
Jan 21
Research Support
Brunel University London
In this role, I supported a preference elicitation study using the best-worst scaling technique to explore facilitators and barriers to the uptake of health technology assessment in the Canadian healthcare system. Specifically, I led the setup and optimisation of the Qualtrics survey based on pilot feedback and managed recruitment logistics for timely and high-response completion. I also managed the data cleaning processes, conducted sub-group analyses, and contributed to the reporting of findings in the manuscript (published in the Journal of Medical Economics).
Affiliations, memberships and engagement
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Visiting Researcher, People and Technology Group, University College Cork
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Student Mental Health Manifesto Steering Group Member, Student Minds
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Autism and HE Research Steering Group Member, University of Portsmouth
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Postgraduate Researcher, Digital World Research Centre, University of Surrey
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Non-Clinical Member, Association for the Study of Medical Education
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Advisory Group Member, Maudsley Biomedical Research Centre
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Graduate Member, Cyberpsychology Section, British Psychological Society
Qualifications
Sep 22 -
Present
PhD - Applied Psychology
University of Surrey
Thesis working title: "Reducing mental health stigma among healthcare professionals in training using immersive virtual reality".
Relevant modules: Preparation for Academic Research in Psychology, Quantitative Research Methods, Qualitative Research Methods, Teaching and Training Skills, Clinical Psychology and Mental Health, and Applied Psychology and Public Policy.
Funded by a Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences 3-year, "One Health, One Medicine" PhD Studentship.
Jan 23 -
Dec 23
PGCert - Learning and Teaching in Higher Education
University of Surrey
Relevant modules: Professional Development, Different Voices, and Reflective Practice in Higher Education.
Result: Distinction, Associate Fellowship (AFHEA) pathway
Sep 20 -
Sep 21
MSc - Organisational Psychiatry and Psychology
King's College London
Dissertation: "Evaluating the efficacy of a psychoeducational intervention in improving personal skills and well-being in healthcare professionals returning to clinical practice".
Relevant modules: Organisational Research Methods, Basic Mental Health, Mental Health in the Workplace, Managing Mental Capital at Work, and Strategic Interventions for Psychological Well-being in Organisations.
Result: Distinction
Organisational Psychiatry and Psychology Prize for Academic Excellence - Best overall mark
Sep 17 -
Jun 20
BSc (Hons) - Psychology
Brunel University London
Research project: "The role of sex differences, academic stress, and emotional ability in predicting mental well-being among undergraduate students".
Relevant modules: Advanced Data Analysis, Quantitative Research Methods, Qualitative Research Methods, Individual Differences, Social Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Biological Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Clinical Psychology, and Practical Investigations of Mind and Brain.
Result: First Class Honours