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Johannah Bashford-Largo

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Research scientist specializing in neurobehavioral research and mental health.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a collaborative research environment that fosters innovation and growth in mental health research.

I am a dedicated research scientist with a focus on neurobehavioral research, particularly in understanding the interplay of anxiety, cognitive processes, and neural substrates within transdiagnostic samples. My current role at the Child and Family Translational Research Center allows me to leverage advanced MRI techniques to explore brain disruptions associated with various mental health disorders.

With a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, I have contributed to numerous publications in esteemed journals, showcasing my commitment to advancing the field of psychology. My experience as an adjunct lecturer further reflects my passion for education and mentorship in the realm of psychology and neuroscience.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Research Scientist I

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Boys Town National Research Hospital

May 2024 - Present (1 year)

Led neurobehavioral research in transdiagnostic samples, utilizing MRI to investigate brain disruptions and their associations with mental health disorders. Contributed to multiple publications and presentations, advancing understanding in the field.

Data Analysis Presentation Skills SPSS AFNI Freesurfer

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Adjunct Lecturer

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University of Nebraska-Lincoln

May 2024 - Present (1 year)

Delivered engaging lectures and facilitated learning for undergraduate psychology courses, including Health Psychology and Psychopathology and Mental Health. Developed and updated course materials to ensure relevance and student engagement.

Curriculum Development Public Speaking Psychopathology Health Psychology

Mental Health Research Clinician

Boys Town National Research Hospital

Oct 2023 - May 2024 (7 months)

Conducted mental health research within the Child and Family Translational Research Center, focusing on neurobehavioral aspects. Collaborated on studies under the guidance of Dr. Patrick Tyler, contributing to data collection and analysis.

Data Collection Clinical Research SPSS

Teaching and Research Assistant

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Sep 2018 - Jul 2022 (3 years 10 months)

Provided comprehensive teaching and research assistance within the Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Laboratory. Supported experimental design, data collection, and analysis for studies on cognitive and affective processes.

Research Assistance Experimental Design Data Collection Statistical Analysis Neuroscience E Prime

Mental Health Research Clinician

Boys Town National Research Hospital

Jul 2022 - Oct 2023 (1 year 3 months)

Participated in multimodal clinical neuroimaging research at the Institute for Human Neuroscience. Assisted in studies led by Dr. Sahil Bajaj, focusing on advanced neuroimaging techniques and data interpretation.

Neuroimaging Clinical Research Research Collaboration AFNI Freesurfer

Mental Health Research Clinician

Boys Town National Research Hospital

Sep 2018 - Jul 2022 (3 years 10 months)

Engaged in mental health research at the Center for Neurobehavioral Research, contributing to projects under Dr. James Blair. Supported various research initiatives, including data management and preliminary analysis.

Data Management SPSS

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Nebraska, Lincoln

B.A., Psychology

Activities and societies: Minor in Music Performance (cello)

Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Music Performance (cello). Advisor was Karen Becker, DMA.

University of Nebraska, Lincoln

Ph.D., Psychology - Neuroscience & Behavior Program

Activities and societies: Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Lab (PI: Maital Neta, Ph.D.)

Completed a Ph.D. in Psychology with a specialization in Neuroscience & Behavior. Dissertation focused on exploring the interplay of anxiety, cognitive processes, and neural substrates within transdiagnostic samples.

University of Nebraska, Lincoln

M.A., Psychology - Neuroscience & Behavior Program

Activities and societies: Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Lab (PI: Maital Neta, Ph.D.)

Earned a Master of Arts in Psychology with a focus on Neuroscience & Behavior. Thesis explored valence biases within internalizing and externalizing symptomatology.