DADani Atkinson
@daniatkinson
Experienced Administrative and Procedural Supervisor seeking AI development challenges.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated professional with a strong background in administrative management and procedural development, having built a new administrative department for the State of Washington. My diverse experiences include working for prestigious organizations such as NASA and the Nobel-winning LIGO, which have equipped me with a unique skill set to tackle complex challenges in various fields.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated my ability to lead teams, develop new protocols, and implement efficient systems. My role as a Forms & Records Analyst Supervisor involved hiring and training personnel while ensuring compliance with legal standards. I am passionate about leveraging my expertise in administration and my interest in AI development to contribute to innovative projects that drive progress.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Forms & Records Analyst Supervisor
Office of Forensic Mental Health Services
Oct 2021 - Jul 2023 (1 year 9 months)
Led the development of the Forms and Records department, overseeing state psychological examinations. Responsible for hiring, training, and supervising personnel while ensuring compliance with legal standards.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
University of Michigan
Jul 2019 - Jul 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Developed and characterized the GeoSnap infrared detector for astronomical studies, supervised graduate students, and presented research at international conferences.
NASA Postdoctoral Researcher
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
Jun 2018 - Jul 2019 (1 year 1 month)
Built characterization testbed for infrared instrumentation and characterized detectors for upcoming space missions, contributing to the future launch of the Roman Space Telescope.
NASA Space Technology Research Fellow
NASA, University of Hawai’i at Mānoa
Aug 2011 - Jun 2018 (6 years 10 months)
Developed and characterized the SAPHIRA infrared detector for ground-based telescopes and researched infrared characteristics of exoplanets, enhancing adaptive optics methodologies.
Operations Specialist and Laser Safety Officer
Laser Interferometer and Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIG
Aug 2008 - Aug 2011 (2 years 11 months)
Managed laser safety protocols and supervised key instrument operations during observing runs, contributing to projects that won the Nobel Prize.
Receptionist and Legal Assistant
Ajax Law Firm
Jul 2007 - Jul 2008 (1 year)
Edited legal documents and provided client service for criminal defense and family law cases, enhancing communication and organizational skills.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
SUSeattle University
Ph.D., Astronomy
2021 - 2024
UMUniversity of Hawai’i at Mānoa
Master of Science, Astronomy
2014 - 2018
UMUniversity of Hawai’i at Mānoa
Bachelor of Science with Honors, Physics and Astronomy
2011 - 2014
UWUniversity of Washington
2002 - 2005
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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