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Olivia Kenny

@oliviakenny

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Research assistant passionate about mental health and data analysis.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters growth in mental health research and data analysis.

I am a dedicated research assistant with a strong background in psychology and a passion for mental health. Currently, I work at the Kennedy Krieger Institute, where I manage multiple projects related to autism services. My role involves coding, recruitment, and data management, and I have successfully led a writing project on utilizing machine learning for autism diagnosis, presenting our preliminary findings to stakeholders.

My previous experience at the Drexel Pediatric and Child Psychology Lab allowed me to collaborate on significant research investigating ADHD and PTSD symptoms in adolescents. I have developed strong analytical skills and a keen understanding of research methodologies. Additionally, my internship with the Pink Lemonade Stand Challenge provided me with hands-on experience in outreach, marketing, and public relations, further enhancing my ability to communicate effectively and build strategic partnerships.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Research Assistant II

Current

Kennedy Krieger Institute

Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)

As a Research Assistant II, I managed multiple projects, prioritizing tasks such as coding, recruitment, and data management. I led a writing project on machine learning for autism diagnosis and administered intervention strategies to participants, collecting valuable data.

Project Management Data Management Coding Recruitment Machine Learning Writing

Research Assistant I

Kennedy Krieger Institute

Jun 2023 - Sep 2023 (3 months)

In this role, I collaborated on research investigating ADHD and PTSD symptoms in adolescents, scoring assessments to enhance coding effectiveness and contributing to the overall research efforts.

Collaboration Assessments ADHD PTSD

Athlete

University of Pennsylvania Field Hockey Team

Sep 2019 - May 2023 (3 years 8 months)

Competed at the Division I level in field hockey, balancing a rigorous training schedule with academic responsibilities, while developing leadership and communication skills.

Leadership Communication Athletic Performance

Committee Member

Chi Omega Sorority

Jan 2020 - May 2023 (3 years 4 months)

Collaborated with organizations like Make-a-Wish to organize fundraising initiatives for pediatric cancer research, while mentoring new members in the sorority.

Fundraising Mentoring Collaboration

Intern

Pink Lemonade Stand Challenge

May 2021 - Aug 2021 (3 months)

I led outreach efforts to national organizations, building partnerships and educating the public about breast cancer through social media campaigns, gaining experience in marketing and public relations.

Outreach Partnerships Social Media Marketing Public Relations

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology

2019 - 2023

Grade: 3.58/4.0

Activities and societies: Competed at the Division I level in field hockey, participated in the Penn Athletics Wharton Leadership Academy, and served on the Philanthropy Committee for Chi Omega Sorority.

Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a GPA of 3.58/4.0. Relevant coursework included Health Care Systems, Statistics, Health and Societies, and Law and Medicine.