Community Engagement Research Assistant

Samira Ghasemi

Vancouver, BC 778-***-**** *************.**@*****.*** in/samira-ghasemi-/

Summary

Dedicated professional with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and over 7 years of experience in education and management. Skilled in counseling, psychological testing, and behavioral observation. Proficient in program development, community engagement, and cross-cultural communication. Committed to supporting students' educational and personal growth through evidence-based practices and culturally sensitive approaches.

Work Experience

Research Assistant

Dr. Kang Lee Vancouver - Toronto

January 2024- Present

• Conducted psychological testing and behavioral observations, enhancing research accuracy by 18%.

• Implemented data-driven strategies, improving research quality and precision by 30%.

• Developed comprehensive recruitment strategies, increasing qualified research participants by 35%.

• Collaborated with team members to establish clear project roles, reducing miscommunications by 25%

Boutique Manager

June 2015- June 2023

Brunello Cucinelli Vancouver, BC

• Developed and implemented staff training programs, improving team performance by 31%.

• Led community engagement projects, increasing brand awareness by 35% and user participation by 20%.

• Utilized data analysis to identify areas for improving staff performance and operations.

Teacher

May 2007 – January 2014

Shayestegan Middle School Tehran, Iran

• Provided academic and personal counseling to students, resulting in improved GPAs and increased participation in national competitions.

• Conducted monthly evaluations of instructional techniques using student feedback and performance data.

• Improved student engagement and participation by 25% through innovative teaching methods.

• Collaborated with parents and administrators to address students' educational and personal needs.

Education

University of British Columbia May 2024

Bachelor of PSYC Science in PSYC

Université de Montreal Diploma in Business and Finance

University of Art & Architecture Bachelor of Art

Core Skills

• Counseling and psychological assessment.

• Program development and implementation.

• Data analysis and interpretation.

• Cross-cultural communication.

• Community engagement.

• Team leadership and collaboration.

Professional Development

• Attended educational conferences and workshops on counseling techniques and student support strategies.

• Completed training in standardized intelligence, aptitude, and interest testing.

• Participated in workshops on cultural sensitivity and inclusive education practices.

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