Jade Portingale
@jadeportingale
Research psychologist specialising in body image, self-perception, and ecological momentary assessment.
AustraliaWhat I'm looking for
I am a research psychologist with a PhD in Psychological Sciences from The University of Melbourne, focused on self-face and body perception in eating and body dysmorphic disorders. I have led experimental studies using multisensory illusion paradigms and intensive longitudinal designs, authored first-author and collaborative publications in high-impact journals, and presented internationally.
I design protocols (including online enfacement and EMA), conduct multilevel and mixed-effects modelling in R/SPSS/Jamovi, supervise and mentor honours students, and engage in academic writing, grant-style protocol development, and public communication to translate research into clinical insights.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
TMAcademic Tutor in Psychology
The University of Melbourne
Feb 2021 - Present (5 years)
Delivered tutorials across clinical, developmental, cognitive, and research methods subjects, marked assessments for large cohorts, and supported student learning both online and in person.
Psychology Research Assistant
The University of Melbourne
Jan 2021 - Present (5 years 1 month)
Led experimental studies on body image, self-perception, and multisensory integration, co-authored multiple peer-reviewed publications, and developed EMA and enfacement illusion protocols that supported high-impact research outputs.
TMHonours Supervisor
The University of Melbourne
Mar 2022 - Oct 2024 (2 years 7 months)
Supervised three Honours theses providing methodological, analytical, and academic writing guidance, resulting in successful thesis completions and research skill development for mentees.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
TMThe University of Melbourne
Doctor of Philosophy, Psychological Sciences
Activities and societies: Thesis research on enfacement and body perception; co-authored multiple peer-reviewed publications; supervised honours students; research assistant roles and tutoring.
Doctor of Philosophy (Psychological Sciences) with a thesis on self-face and body perception in eating disorders and body dysmorphic symptomatology; conferred December 2025.
TMThe University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Psychology
2020 - 2020
Grade: First Class Honours (90.5)
Activities and societies: Honours thesis and research activities related to body image and perception.
Completed Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology, graduating First Class Honours with a mark of 90.5.
TMThe University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology and Criminology
2017 - 2019
Grade: First Class Honours (86)
Activities and societies: Undergraduate coursework in psychology and criminology; involvement in research projects and conference presentations.
Completed Bachelor of Arts majoring in Psychology and Criminology, graduating with First Class Honours (overall mark 86).
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