Sara Drisdelle
Summary
Experienced clinical researcher specializing in user-centered research and technology product design. Successful track record of leading multiple projects in high-pressure environments. Proficient in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies and excited to leverage six years of expertise to drive positive outcomes in research management and design at Dropbox.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Coordinator
Pediatric Rehabilitation Department, IWK Health
09.2021 - Current
Lead manager for research projects in pediatric rehabilitation department
- In charge of research and design for technology-focused rehabilitation techniques; stakeholder engagement for priority areas in childhood disability research; redesign of community and clinical wheelchair training methods using data-driven decisions, and maintaining clinical records for neuromuscular diseases
- Directed all phases of research development including project design, data reviews and collection, student mentoring, training material development, committee oversight, manuscript preparation.
Elections Coordinator and Chief Returning Officer
University of Waterloo Graduate Student Association (GSA-UW)
05.2019 - 09.2022
- Elections facilitator and recruitment strategist for student governance at the GSA-UW, including Council, the Board of Directors, and the Annual General Meeting
- Identified areas for student and community engagement; established effective recruitment strategies, developed and ran student training sessions, and facilitated opportunities for improved stakeholder partnerships.
Research Assistant
Pediatric Critical Care Department, IWK Health
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Conducted qualitative research to identify areas for improvement in the hospital based on the impact of COVID-19 restrictions on family and clinician experiences in the PICU.
Research Assistant
Department of Kinesiology - Neuroscience, Waterloo University
09.2018 - 12.2020
- Developed and led neuroscience research studies focused on older adult’s physical activity behaviours, cognitive health, and lifestyle interventions for those living with dementia
- Conducted two mixed-methods studies to identify accessible technology options for exercise programming, resulting in the implementation of enhanced technology solutions for at-home physical activity.
Education
Master of Science in Kinesiology - Neuroscience - Cognitive Neuroscience, Physical Activity, Technology, Aging & Dementia
University of Waterloo
12.2020
Bachelor of Kinesiology with Honors -
Acadia University
04.2017
Skills
- Qualitative and Quantitative Research Design
- Data Collection Software (Qualtrics, REDCap)
- Data Analysis Software (Nvivo, R Programming)
- Usability and Feasibility Testing
- Project Management
- Peer/Colleague Mentorship and Training
- Public Speaking
- Data Communication (Publications, Presentations)
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Publications
- Impact of COVID-19 restricted family presence policies on Canadian PICU clinicians A qualitative study., Ryan, M.J., Lee, L., Drisdelle, S., Garros, D., Seabrook, J.A., Curran, J., Bretzler, J., Slumkoski, C., Walls, M., Betts, B., Burgess, S., & Foster, J.R., In press, 2024
- “If I want to be able to keep going, I must be active.” Exploring older adults’ perspectives of remote physical activity supports: a mixed-methods study., Mehrabi, S., Drisdelle, S., Dutt, H.R., & Middleton, L.E., Frontiers in Public Health, 12, 1328492, 2024, https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2024.1328492
- Developing an Immersive Virtual Reality Training System for Novel Pediatric Power Wheelchair Users: Protocol for a Feasibility Study., Drisdelle, S., Power, L., Thieu, S., & Sheriko, J., JMIR Research Protocols, 11, 10, e39140, 2022, https://doi.org/10.2196/39140
- Effect of High Intensity Interval Training Compared to Continuous Training on Cognitive Performance in Young Healthy Adults: A Pilot Study., Mekary, S., Earle, M., Martins, R., Drisdelle, S., Killen, M., Bouffard-Levasseur, V., & Dupuy, O., Brain Sciences, 10, 2, 81, 2020, https://doi.org/10.3390/brainsci10020081
Timeline
Research Coordinator
Pediatric Rehabilitation Department, IWK Health
09.2021 - Current
Research Assistant
Pediatric Critical Care Department, IWK Health
06.2021 - 05.2022
Elections Coordinator and Chief Returning Officer
University of Waterloo Graduate Student Association (GSA-UW)
05.2019 - 09.2022
Research Assistant
Department of Kinesiology - Neuroscience, Waterloo University
09.2018 - 12.2020
Master of Science in Kinesiology - Neuroscience - Cognitive Neuroscience, Physical Activity, Technology, Aging & Dementia
University of Waterloo
Bachelor of Kinesiology with Honors -
Acadia University
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