Shahd Ayoub

General Research Assistant at the Center of Human Performance and Health Laboratory

• Collaborated with research staff to proofread and refine manuscripts, presentations, and grant documents, enhancing clarity and professionalism.
• Conducted literature searches to support diverse ongoing projects, distilling key findings to inform research direction.
• Handling project-related communications, document formatting, and coordination tasks with precision and adaptability.

Topic of Study: Risk Factors Influencing ACL Injury in Varsity Volleyball Athletes

• Completed research, compiled data, and produced timely reports.
• Collaborated with athletes, athletic therapists, professors, and coaches for acquisition of data.
• Attended and conducted meetings to present findings.
• Created multiple Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoints to organize and present information.

• Conducted fitness tests on varsity athletes to identify physical strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement based on sport-specific demands.
• Collaborated with coaches and athletic therapists to assess muscular deficiencies and implement injury prevention strategies.
• Operated advanced sport science equipment (Bod Pod, Biodex, force plates) to perform precise assessments of body composition, muscular strength, and movement mechanics for athletic performance profiling.

• Assisted physiotherapists during patient assessments and evaluations, supporting accurate data collection for individualized treatment planning.
• Maintained and organized therapy equipment, ensuring a clean, safe, and fully stocked environment to support efficient patient care.
• Provided hands-on support during therapeutic exercises, promoting patient safety, proper technique, and adherence to prescribed protocols.

• Instructed clients on proper exercise technique and form, minimizing injury risk and maximizing workout effectiveness.
• Motivated and supported clients in achieving their fitness goals through a consistent, positive, and personalized approach.
• Led clients through structured resistance training, cardiovascular workouts, and flexibility routines, adapting sessions to individual needs and abilities.

1 week long medical brigade providing low-income communities with free medical and dental care.

• Coordinated logistics and flow of patients at pop-up clinics, guiding individuals through triage, consultation, pharmacy, and follow-up stations.
• Assembled and organized medical kits and supplies, ensuring teams were fully equipped to deliver effective care in underserved communities.
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals and volunteers, facilitating effective teamwork and communication throughout daily clinic operations.

Casual role

• Assisting in the planning and delivery of community outreach programs, workshops, or awareness campaigns.
• Developed and updated educational materials (e.g. brochures, posters, social media content) to support public health messaging across Windsor-Essex.
• Conducted research and literature reviews to inform program development and align interventions with evidence-based practices.

• Coordinated schedules and timelines for Human Kinetics department-specific events.
• Developed creative marketing materials that generated interest and boosted event (gala, movie nights, fundraiser) attendance.
• Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.