Data Analyst

Sharona M. Atkins

Email: *******.******@*****.*** Phone: 510-***-****

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Highly skilled researcher and statistical data scientist

Expertise in quantitative techniques for statistical data analysis utilizing surveys, questionnaires, structure equation modeling, logistic regression, ANOVA, path models, principle component and multivariate analyze within Python, Matlab, SPM, AFNI, R, SPSS, LISREL, and SAS.

High proficiency in data management and statistical analysis of large complex longitudinal data sets, including behavioral outcomes data sets and combined behavioral and neuroimaging data sets.

Extensive experience analyzing fMRI data sets and the automation of batch SPM analyzes using Matlab.

Proven track record in building strong relationships and effective collaboration in small and large groups, working with clients, colleagues, and associates to meet tight deadlines, and client demands.

Adept in supervising, conducting, and managing single session and longitudinal research projects that lead to patented and published products.

Considerable experience writing IRB and grant proposals, maintaining NIH GCP, implementing research design, statistical analysis of complex outcome data, writing interpretative reports, and presenting results. EXPERIENCE

Data Analyst, Instant Channel, Inc 05/2016-11/2016

Data mining and statistical analysis of complex consumer data.

Creation of a data driven prediction model for consumer behavior.

Outcomes: Targeted marketing, and data visualization of finding.

Software: Python, MYSQL, MSWord, MSExcel, MSPowerPoint, Google Analytics. Consultant, University of Maryland 01/2013-04/2016

Designed and conducted behavioral and fMRI research in the lab and behavioral research on the internet.

Statistical analysis of data, produced verbal and written reports of findings and interpretations to clients.

Outcomes: two journal articles and numerous posters.

Software: Matlab, SPM, AFNI, SPSS, SAS, MSWord, MSExcel, MSPowerpoint. Post-Doctoral Research Fellow, University of Maryland 01/2012-12/2012

Developed and implemented longitudinal training research for laboratory and internet administration.

Statistical data analysis for small and large, behavioral and neuroimaging, studies and provided written summary reports of findings and interpretations.

Managed and supervised up to fourteen undergraduate research assistants and mentored two graduate students simultaneously.

Outcomes: two journal articles and numerous posters and presentations.

Software: Matlab, SPM, AFNI, SPSS, SAS, R, MSWord, MSExcel, MSPowerpoint. Graduate Research Assistant, University of Maryland 08/2006-12/2011

Developed and implemented single-session and longitudinal training studies.

Analyzed large complex longitudinal data sets, containing both behavioral and fMRI outcome data.

Designed web sites containing experiments for in lab and internet administration.

Conducted task and human factor analyzes on computerized experiments and training. Sharona M. Atkins 510-***-**** *******.******@*****.*** Page 1

Taught lectures in Statistics, Research Methods, Memory & Cognition, and Cognitive Psychology at graduate and undergraduate levels. Both discussion groups of 25 students, and classes of over 100 students.

Outcomes: four copyrights, four journal articles, a book chapter, and numerous posters and presentations.

Software: Matlab, SPM, AFNI, SPSS, SAS, LISREL, AMOS, R, MSWord, MSExcel, MSPowerpoint. Data Analyst, Posit Science Corporation 01/2005-06/2006

Statistical data analysis on single session, and multi-center longitudinal outcomes data, as well as task analyzes on computerized training and recruitment infrastructure.

Designed, developed, and patented computer software for cognitive training.

Designed and managed the Sharepoint site for research projects.

Collected and managed data for large longitudinal studies.

Outcomes: three software patents, a journal article and numerous posters and presentations.

Software: Matlab, SPSS, Sharepoint, SQL, MSWord, MSExcel, MSPowerpoint. EDUCATION

Ph.D. Neuroscience & Cognitive Sciences, University of Maryland 12/2011 M.A. (Summa cum laude) Cognitive Psychology, Tel Aviv University 05/2005 B.A. (Magna cum laude) Psychology, Ariel University 06/2002 AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS

Block Grant Fellowship. Psychology Department University of Maryland. 2006-2008 Joseph S. & Caroline Gruss Foundation Scholarship, Israel. 2003 Academic Achievement Award, Ariel University, Israel. 2000-2002 Excellence Scholarship, Ariel University, Israel. 2000-2002 SELECTED PATENTS & COPY RIGHTS

Atkins, S.M., Bird, D., Chan, S.C., Merzenich, M.M. & Richards, D. (2007). Cognitive Training Using Visual Stimuli. United States Patent 200********.

Merzenich, M.M., Atkins, S.M., Bird, D., Mahncke, H.W., & Richards, D. (2007). Cognitive Training Using Visual Stimuli. WO2007/070876.

Delahunt, P.B., Hardy, J.L., Mahncke, H.W., & Atkins, S.M. (2007). Cognitive Training Using Multiple Object Tracking. United States Patent 200********.

Modular Shape Builder. © Dougherty, M.R., Atkins, S.M., & Dowling, E.2009.

Matrix Memory Builder. © Harbison, I.J., Dougherty, M.R. & Atkins, S.M., 2009. SELECTED PUBLICATIONS

Atkins, S. M., Sprenger, A.M., Coldflesh, G & Dougherty, M.R. (2014). Measuring Working Memory is All Fun and Games. Experimental Psychology, doi: 10.1027/1618-3169/a000262.

Sprenger, A.M., Atkins, S.M., Bolger, D.J & Dougherty, M.R. (2013). Training Working Memory: Limits of Transfer. Intelligence, 41, 638-663.

Harbison, J.I., Atkins, S.M., & Dougherty, M.R. (2012). N-back Performance: Comparing Assessment and Training Performance. Cognitive Science Proceeding. Boston, USA.

Atkins, S.M., Bunting, M.F., Bolger, D.J., & Dougherty, M.R. (2011). Training the Adolescent Brain: Neural Plasticity and the Acquisition of Cognitive Abilities. in V. F. Reyna, S. B. Chapman, M. R. Dougherty, & J. Confrey (Eds.), The Adolescent Brain: Learning, Reasoning, and Decision Making. Washington DC: American Psychological Association.

Sprenger, A.M., Dougherty, M.R., Atkins, S.M... & Abbs, B. (2011). Implications of Cognitive Load for Hypothesis Generation and Probability Judgment. Frontiers in Cognitive Science, 2, 129. Sharona M. Atkins 510-***-**** *******.******@*****.*** Page 2

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