Anish M. Kurian
New Haven, CT 06515
Phone: 860-***-****
Email: acvo9x@r.postjobfree.com
A bright, talented, and self-motivated individual who has excellent organizational skills, is a fast learner, highly efficient worker, and pays close attention to detail. Has extensive experience handling various types of datasets and applying different analytical techniques. Able to play a key role in analyzing problems and establishing effective data management techniques. Communicates clearly and effectively with peers as well as supervisors. Extremely computer literate and tech savvy. Quick learner. Looking for a suitable position with ambitious colleagues.
Relevant Software Expertise
Statistical software: R Studio, SPSS, AMOS, HLM
Data analysis: Python, Matlab, AFNI, NetStation, ERPLab, Filemaker Pro, Praat
Experiment Software: ePrime, Experiment Builder, Presentation, PsychoPy
Scripting & Programming: Bash scripting, R scripts, Terminal
Relevant Acquired Skills & Experience
Leadership: public speaking; teaching, training & mentorship for undergraduate students
Project Management: data analysis, presentation, poster creation, report preparation
Academic Writing: paper writing, grant applications/awards, academic journal articles
Miscellaneous skills: detail oriented, effective team player with the ability to prioritize and manage different concurrent projects, problem solving, analytical thinking with demonstrated evidence for wanting to further improve existing protocols, eager to learn
Work Experience
RxGen (March 2016 – Present)
Data Manager
Data analysis and interpretation, data quality control, data entry
Helping study directors compile GLP and other research reports
Helping to develop the MRI analysis pipeline for image processing
Help with logistical matters: sample assessment, procurement, shipping, etc.
Communicating with clients and study sponsors about timelines and goals
Substantial scientific involvement in research projects, attending conferences and training
Haskins Laboratories & Yale University School of Medicine (2008 - 2016)
Consultant, Research Assistant & Graduate Student
Data acquisition, pre-processing, and analysis of: fMRI data, ERP data, eye-tracking data
Training RAs on eye-tracking techniques
Writing and editing manuscripts, book chapters
Developing new analysis techniques for fMRI data analysis
Recruitment and scheduling of participants
Administered standardized intelligence and achievement testing
University of Connecticut (2010 - 2015)
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Introduction to Psych I, Introduction to Psych II, Research Methods
Community Health Resources (2007 - 2008)
Residential Counselor, Greenhaven House
Klingberg Family Centers (2007)
Child Development Specialist, Acute Unit
Franklin & Marshall College (2003 - 2007)
Computer Workroom Head Manager, Manager, Computer Consultant, Computing Services
Head Manager: In charge of all administrative duties, monitoring and assisting a team of 5-6 managers, complete relevant paperwork, respond directly to consultant concerns, plan and run weekly manager meeting
Manager: Managing team of 8 consultants administering training, handling and following up on administrative duties, weekly meeting with the management team
Consultant: Customer service, computer maintenance and upkeep, phone support to staff and students, computer troubleshooting and networking, weekly trainings to improve essential job skills
Educational Background
M.A. from University of Connecticut, graduated December 2015
oCognitive Psychology/Neuroscience, Department of Psychological Sciences
oRelevant Research related coursework: Research in Psychology, Foundations in Neuropsychology, Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience, Neuropsychology of Language, Grant Writing, Individual Differences Among Skilled Readers, Time Course Methods, Neuroimaging Methodologies in Cognitive Neuroscience (full list available)
Graduate Certificate, Quantitative Research Methods, graduated May 2016
oRelevant Statistics coursework: Analysis of Experiments, Quantitative Methods in the Behavioral Sciences, Logistical & Hierarchical Linear Modeling, Structural Equation Modeling, Quantitative Research Methods Capstone Seminar
M.S. from University of Phoenix, graduated Summer 2009
oGeneral Psychology
B.A. from Franklin & Marshall College (Lancaster, PA), graduated May 2007
oBiological Foundations of Behavior (Neuroscience) & Spanish
Service
University of Connecticut---Psychology Department (2011 - 2014)
Psychology Graduate Student Advisory Committee (PGSAC)
One of six elected graduate student representatives within the Psychology Department
As PGSAC President secured $4,000 budget for one professional development seminar and two R (statistic program) training workshops within first year of appointment
Achieved Tier II status for PGSAC making the group eligible for external event funding
University of Connecticut---Graduate Student Senate (2010 - 2014)
GSS Executive Committee---Activities Director (2012 - 2014)
Plan & coordinate professional development & social activities for UConn Grad students
GSS Executive Committee: one of six elected members in the Graduate community to communicate directly with the Administration and represent Graduate students
Established contact between Provost’s Office, President & GSS Executive Committee
Psychology Department Senator (2010 - 2012)
Elected to relay information from GSS to Psych Dept, act as a liason for both
References
Ken Pugh, Ph.D. acvo9x@r.postjobfree.com 203-***-**** ext. 224
President & Director of Research, Haskins Laboratories
Professor (my Grad School Advisor), Dept. of Psychology, University of Connecticut
Professor, Diagnostic Radiology, Yale University School of Medicine
Robert Fulbright, M.D. acvo9x@r.postjobfree.com 203-***-****
Medical Director, Professor, Diagnostic Radiology, Yale University School of Medicine
Senior Scientist, Haskins Laboratories
Joseph Cardone, M.B.A. acvo9x@r.postjobfree.com 203-***-**** ext. 208
Vice-President of Finance and Administration, Haskins Laboratories
Annie Stutzman, M.A. acvo9x@r.postjobfree.com 203-***-**** ext. 303
Coordinator of Educational Outreach, Haskins Laboratories
Etan Markus, Ph.D. acvo9x@r.postjobfree.com 860-***-****
Director, UConn Psychology Graduate Student Advisory Committee
Associate Department Head, Director of Graduate Studies
Professor, Department of Psychological Science, University of Connecticut
Kent Holsinger, Ph.D. acvo9x@r.postjobfree.com 860-***-****
Vice Provost for Education, Dean of the Graduate School
Professor of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology
Advisor to Graduate Student Senate