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
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
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
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