Nicole Ward
Markham,ON
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate professional with a strong background in child psychology and developmental neuroscience. Experienced in conducting research on cognitive development, with a focus on metacognition and arithmetic skills in children. Proven ability to implement evidence-based interventions tailored to the unique needs of diverse populations, including children with ADHD and other developmental challenges. Committed to advancing the field through research and a deep understanding of the psychological factors that influence child development in educational settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Visiting Research Scholar
Computational Neurosurgey Lab
08.2024 - Current
- Currently authoring a comprehensive literature review on AI applications in pain assessment, with anticipated publication, contributing to innovative approaches within clinical neurosurgery.
- Gained experience in computational modeling techniques, including fractal analysis, AI integration, radionomics, and advanced image analysis for the study of brain tumors and cerebrovascular diseases.
- Engaged with interdisciplinary teams of computer scientists, cognitive neuroscientists, engineers, and clinicians, fostering skills in collaborative problem-solving across fields.
- Attended MEG (Magnetoencephalography) sessions and shadowed neuroimaging projects, enhancing knowledge in advanced neuroimaging techniques.
- Participated in weekly lab meetings, presenting findings and contributing insights to ongoing research discussions.
Research Assistant
Numerical Cognition Lab
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Conducted a study on the relationship between arithmetic skills and metacognition in elementary school children, using executive function and arithmetic assessments.
- Administered cognitive batteries, such as the N-back task and digit span, to assess working memory and arithmetic performance, managing hour-long testing sessions with young participants at the London Catholic District School Board
- Processed, scored, and organized data for statistical analysis, ensuring accuracy and consistency across datasets for research outcomes.
- Delivered research findings through presentations to lab supervisors and peers; presented final thesis as a poster at the Undergraduate Psychology Poster Fair, engaging in discussions with faculty and researchers.
- Participated in weekly lab meetings, contributing to discussions and gaining exposure to broader research methodologies within numerical cognition and developmental psychology.
Founder / Business Owner
Nicole Ward Swim
07.2021 - Current
- Founded and managed a successful swim instruction business catering to children and adolescents.
- Built strong client relationships through communication, personability, and transparency.
- Responsible for administrative tasks, such as inventory, scheduling, and invoicing.
- Performed and provided progress report reviews to parents of students and developed tailored lesson plans based on student needs to ensure advancement in swimming level.
- Developed and personalized swim curricula for students of varying ages, skill levels, and needs, including children with ADHD, autism, and other unique requirements.
- Facilitate the certification process in accordance with the Lifesaving Society.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Honours Specialization in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
Western University
London, Ontario06.2024
Skills
- Quantitative & Qualitative Analysis
- Teaching and Mentoring
- Research Design & Methodology
- Literature Review & Synthesis
- Scientific Writing & Communication
- Child Development Knowledge
- Behavioural Management & Positive Reinforcement
- Data Management & Organization
- Report Writing & Documentation
- Collaborative Research
Software Skills
- MATLAB
- Python
- R
- SPSS
- Omniscient
Certification
- CPR with AED Skills
- Standard First Aid with CPR-C
Extracurricular Activities
Vice President, Smart Solutions
London, ON - 09/2022 - 04/2024
- Work under the president and assist them in any necessary tasks.
- Plan the annual case competition regarding poverty alleviation in London.
- Responsible for reaching out to sponsors and partner organizations.
- Work with the events and communications team to create marketing materials.
- Manage the case competition the day of and creatively deal with issues
Department Representative, Social Science Student Council
London, ON - 03/2021 - 04/2022
- Facilitate communication between the students and SSSC.
- Plan events to benefit the department, such as study sessions, advocacy events, and operate booths at open houses.
- Responsible for the promotion of the Council, including giving short presentations to their classmates at election times.
- Meet with the Dean, professors, and department-chairs to receive information and provide feedback.
Timeline
Visiting Research Scholar
Computational Neurosurgey Lab
08.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
Numerical Cognition Lab
08.2023 - 04.2024
Founder / Business Owner
Nicole Ward Swim
07.2021 - Current
- CPR with AED Skills
- Standard First Aid with CPR-C
Bachelor of Science - Honours Specialization in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
Western University
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