Kiera Ropchan
Victoria,Canada
Summary
Enthusiastic Psychology undergraduate with a specialized focus on mental health and neurological diseases, complemented with a minor in education with distinction. Demonstrated ability in interpersonal intelligence to build strong relationships and foster effective communication in both team-based and independent settings. Proven expertise in event planning, public speaking, and research, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage complex tasks. Committed to utilizing strong organizational, time management, and analytical skills to contribute effectively in challenging environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
UVic BRAIN Lab
Victoria, BC
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Participated in regular virtual meetings via Zoom, collaborating with team members to strategize next steps for research projects.
- Synthesized complex information into clear summaries to make findings accessible to diverse audiences.
- Used Covidence to facilitate data extraction for systematic reviews, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in organizing and synthesizing research findings.
- Communicated with the Principal Investigator (PI) and team members via Microsoft Teams
Youth and Family Ambassador (YFAP)
Foundry
Canada, Remote
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Served as Project Host.
- Presented for team members at the National Integrated Youth Services (IYS) Conference, discussing youth mental health and wellbeing.
- Assisted in project initiation, planning, and evaluation while supporting volunteers
- Collaborated effectively with internal and external stakeholders to foster relationships and drive project success.
- Acted as the primary contact for stakeholders and a liaison between group members and community partners, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Facilitated and led team Zoom meetings, promoting collaboration and teamwork through virtual activities.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft 365, Google Suite, virtual meeting tools and social media platforms, with the ability to adapt quickly to new software.
Research Assistant
Memory Cafe Victoria
Victoria, BC
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Communicated regularly with older adults experiencing memory loss and their caregivers over Zoom, providing emotional support and facilitating discussions.
- Created custom graphics, using Canva, for participants to enhance engagement, understanding, and clarity of the materials presented, ensuring content was accessible and visually appealing.
- Participated actively in qualitative research projects, utilizing Microsoft Office tools (Word and Excel) to analyze data, organize findings, and contribute to the development of research reports.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Major in Psychology, Minor in Education
University of Victoria
Victoria, BC04.2023
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Communication
- Confidentiality and sensitivity
- Research
- PC skills and microsoft office
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Organizational
Accomplishments
- Above and Beyond Award in April 2023
- Poster presentation at Making Waves Undergraduate Research Conference in April 2022
- International Honors Society for Psychology in 2021
- Scholarship and Bursary recipient for Academic Excellence
Certification
- Self-Management BC Health Coach- Self Management British Columbia
- Tri-Council: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans (TCPS2- Government of Canada
Timeline
Research Assistant
UVic BRAIN Lab
06.2023 - 08.2023
Research Assistant
Memory Cafe Victoria
04.2021 - 12.2021
Youth and Family Ambassador (YFAP)
Foundry
03.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Major in Psychology, Minor in Education
University of Victoria