Anna Garr
@annagarr
Versatile writer and editor with expertise in neuroscience and psychology.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated writer and editor with a rich background in neuroscience and psychology, holding both a Ph.D. and an M.Sc. from McGill University. My career spans academic, medical, and corporate sectors, where I have honed my skills in crafting compelling content across various formats, including marketing copy, technical documentation, and academic manuscripts. My experience as an editor for prestigious journals and as a consultant has equipped me with a keen eye for detail and a passion for clear communication.
Throughout my professional journey, I have contributed to numerous projects, from developing educational materials for EdTech to writing feasibility reports for hospitality investments. My role as an Associate Director of Digital Content at Macmillan Learning allowed me to manage and launch innovative digital products, enhancing learning experiences for students. I thrive in collaborative environments and am committed to producing high-quality content that meets the needs of diverse audiences.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Psychology Intelligence Analyst
Mercor
Jan 2025 - Present (5 months)
Performed quality assurance and content analyses for the development of Meta’s Project Delta AI reasoning models. Contributed to the refinement of AI capabilities.
Research & Writing Mentor
Aralia Education Technology
Jan 2025 - Present (5 months)
Mentored and guided international high school students through their first independent research study. Focused on philosophy, psychology, and neuroscience topics.
Editorial Board Member
Behavioral Psychology
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Reviewed manuscripts and offered content editorial suggestions for potential publication. Contributed to the peer-review process for the journal.
Research Mentor
Lumiere Education
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Advised, taught, and led international high school students through their first independent research study. Specialized in psychology and neuroscience.
Editorial Board Member
Journal of Human Cognition
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Reviewed manuscripts and offered content editorial suggestions for potential publication. Participated in the journal's editorial process.
Editor
American Journal Experts (AJE)
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Edited medical and academic manuscripts in neurology, neurosurgery, psychiatry, and psychology for peer-reviewed publication. Ensured content adhered to scientific and editorial standards.
Editorial Board Member
American Journal of Psychiatry and Neuroscience
Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 5 months)
Reviewed and offered content editorial suggestions for manuscripts. Contributed to the peer-review process for the journal.
Copywriter
Jumpsuit Agency
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)
Wrote science-related product marketing copy for social media campaigns and website content. Developed personality profiling and internal corporate marketing copy to improve company health.
Editorial Board Member
Journal of Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)
Reviewed and offered content editorial suggestions for manuscripts. Contributed to the journal's publication process.
Research Consultant
National Health Care for the Homeless Council
Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 5 months)
Managed data input, management, analyses, and reporting for a multi-year, multivariate research project. Provided consulting services based on research findings.
Research & System Evaluation Consultant
Tennessee Disability Coalition
Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 5 months)
Evaluated scientific evidence for preventative and post-injury therapeutic approaches for TBI follow-up health care. Conducted data collection, analyses, and systems evaluation, providing consultancy for theory and operational system improvement.
Adjunct Professor & Lecturer
Belmont University
Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 5 months)
Created and taught courses and seminars for freshmen to seniors in psychology, neuroscience, and liberal arts. Managed EdTech, advised research and courses, and contributed to curriculum development and evaluation.
Educator
RCG Montréal Workshop
Jun 2013 - Present (12 years)
Developed and taught the science of sound to middle school and high school students. Focused on the physics and perception of sound, titled 'Your brain on music'.
Grant Writer
RCG Montreal
Jan 2013 - Present (12 years 5 months)
Helped the organization identify and apply for funding opportunities. Focused specifically on diversity outreach.
Guest Lecturer
Hampstead Middle School
Jan 2011 - Present (14 years 5 months)
Developed and taught basic psychology and neuroscience concepts to high school students. Delivered engaging educational content.
Graduate Student
McGill University
Jan 2010 - Present (15 years 5 months)
Engaged in grant writing, research design, and development. Managed data collection, analysis, visualization, and reporting, alongside proposal and manuscript writing and editing.
Research Assistant & Laboratory Manager
Vanderbilt University
Jan 2007 - Present (18 years 5 months)
Managed laboratory operations, including grant writing and developing, writing, editing, and publishing operational manuals and SOPs. Trained personnel for animal research laboratory and operational compliance, with standards adopted by Vanderbilt University’s Division of Animal Care.
Guest Lecturer
West End Middle School
Jan 2006 - Present (19 years 5 months)
Developed and taught the science and philosophy of evolution to high school students. Presented on primate evolution, the brain, and human identity.
Board Member & Secretary
The Lost Boys Foundation of Nashville, Inc.
Jan 2004 - Present (21 years 5 months)
Served as a board member and secretary for the foundation. Contributed to organizational governance and administrative tasks.
Convocation Lecturer
Belmont University
Jan 2004 - Present (21 years 5 months)
Developed and lectured on topics of evolution, animal cognition, and conservation in a series of college seminars. Contributed to the university's convocation series.
AmeriCorps Tutor
Nashville Read Program
Jan 2001 - Present (24 years 5 months)
Tutored developmentally delayed elementary students to improve their reading and mathematical skills. Contributed to early childhood education.
Tutor
International English Institute
Jan 1999 - Present (26 years 5 months)
Taught adult international students how to operate PC and Macintosh computers. Provided instruction on word processing software.
Editorial Reviewer
Psychology & Neuroscience Graduate School Admissions Outreac
Jan 2018 - Dec 2020 (2 years 11 months)
Reviewed and edited admission essays for potential psychology and neuroscience graduate students. Provided feedback to improve application quality.
Technical Writer
Team Clean NYC
Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 5 months)
Developed, wrote, edited, and published an employee operation and training manual for green cleaning. Highlighted best practices and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Volunteer
Stewart Clifton Government Relations
Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 5 months)
Assisted with government relations activities. Contributed to the organization's public policy efforts.
Educator
National Student Leadership Conference
Jun 2019 - Aug 2019 (2 months)
Developed and led multiple experiential workshops on neuroscience and psychology topics for high school students. Included laboratory dissections and sensation & perception experiential learning.
Proposal & Report Writer
Mizzori Market Research
Jan 2019 - Dec 2019 (11 months)
Wrote product and service RFPs and market research reports. Contributed to business development and strategic planning.
Technical Writer
J&J Printers
Jan 2021 - Dec 2021 (11 months)
Developed, wrote, edited, and published an employee operation and training manual for the Accounts Receivables department. Highlighted standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Neuroscience & Psychology Research Consultant
Homeless Training Institute
Jan 2022 - Dec 2022 (11 months)
Reviewed and consulted on scientific copy for company marketing. Focused on the neuroscience and psychology of decision-making relevant to the organization's mission.
Neuroscience & Psychology Research Consultant
Epsilon Artificial Superintelligence Corporation
Jan 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 11 months)
Developed and reviewed research methods, AI theoretical programming, and design. Created proposals for research projects in the corporate sector focusing on decision-making and AI modeling.
Associate Director of Digital Content
Macmillan Learning
Jan 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 11 months)
Managed, reviewed, and edited the content production and launch of digital EdTech products. Included psychology and neuroscience learning modules, videos, and test banks for college students.
Report Writer
Hospitality Real Estate Counselors (HREC)
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 (11 months)
Collected data through in-person market interviews and STR data services, performed data analyses, and predicted trends. Wrote feasibility reports of potential hospitality investments based on market research.
Medical Science Editor
Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC)
Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 (11 months)
Edited neurology manuscripts for potential publication. Ensured scientific accuracy and clarity in medical content.
Reviewer
Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD)
Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 (11 months)
Reviewed and offered content suggestions for poster abstracts and papers for presentation. Contributed to the Moral Development section of the 2025 Biennial Review Cycle.
Technical Writer
Nashville Printing
Jan 2024 - Dec 2025 (1 year 11 months)
Developed, wrote, edited, and published a customer service employee operation and training manual. Highlighted best practices and standard operating procedures (SOPs), including how to operate company software.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
McGill University
Doctor of Philosophy, Neuroscience & Psychology
Activities and societies: Grant writing; research design and development; data collection, management, analyses, visualization, and reporting; proposal and manuscript writing and editing.
Completed a Doctor of Philosophy degree focusing on Neuroscience and Psychology. The program involved advanced research and study in these interdisciplinary fields.
McGill University
Master of Science, Neuroscience & Psychology
Activities and societies: Grant writing; research design and development; data collection, management, analyses, visualization, and reporting; proposal and manuscript writing and editing.
Obtained a Master of Science degree with a specialization in Neuroscience and Psychology. This program deepened understanding of brain function and human behavior.
Belmont University
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Grade: Honors Program
Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, participating in the Honors Program. This foundational degree covered core psychological principles and research methods.
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