Şimal Dölek
Halifax,NS
Summary
Graduate student in Neuroscience with a strong background in curriculum development, teaching, and data analysis. Experienced in coordinating projects, training personnel, and working with faculty to improve learning outcomes. Skilled in qualitative and quantitative research methods, data visualization, and instructional design. Passionate about enhancing teaching and learning through structured curriculum mapping and effective communication.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant (Statistical Methods-PSYO 3502)
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
09.2024 - 12.2025
- Led tutorials covering statistical concepts including t-tests, ANOVA, and regression analysis
- Provided structured feedback on students’ assignments/exams to improve clarity and accuracy
- Assisted in curriculum development and assessment structuring
Research Assistant – PROSIT (Psychiatry) Lab
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
05.2023 - 09.2024
- Conducted extensive literature reviews, data collection and analysis for psychiatry studies
- Developed research proposals, grants and REB forms to contribute to publication efforts
- Wrote research reports and presented findings at various conferences
Education
Master of Science - Neuroscience
Dalhousie University
Halifax08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Neuroscience
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS05-2024
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Data Analysis & Visualization
- Instructional Design & Training
Languages
R
Full Professional
Python
Professional Working
SQL
Full Professional
Git
Limited Working
Awards & Scholarships
- Scotia Scholar (Master’s) Award – Research Nova Scotia ($25,000)
- Nova Scotia Graduate Scholarship ($20,000)
- Marry Margaret Werner Graduate Scholarship – Dalhousie University ($7500)
- Undergraduate Research Prize - Faculty of Science, Dalhousie University
Timeline
Teaching Assistant (Statistical Methods-PSYO 3502)
Dalhousie University
09.2024 - 12.2025
Research Assistant – PROSIT (Psychiatry) Lab
Dalhousie University
05.2023 - 09.2024
Master of Science - Neuroscience
Dalhousie University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Neuroscience
Dalhousie University