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Daniela Monje-Reyna

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Hardworking Postdoctoral Research Fellow with demonstrated record of research success in neurosciences. Self-directed and motivated professional with highly-ethical, meticulous and thorough approach. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

University Of Texas At San Antonio
03.2018 - Current
  • Developed unique research in to Autism.
  • Contributed to and actively participated in research conception, design and execution to address defined problems.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to accomplish research goals.
  • Created and executed scenarios for analysis projects and interpreted results to address relevant questions.
  • Authored professional scientific papers for publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Conducted research guided by faculty supervisor in accordance with institutional and federal guidelines.
  • Attended research seminars and collegiate meetings to discover and discuss new technologies and research.
  • Enforced laboratory safety protocols and enabled safe work environment.
  • Replenished stock levels, repaired broken equipment and enforced sterilization procedures.
  • Conducted in-depth research on biochemical, medical and behavioral data to apply to fellowship and advance understanding.
  • Troubleshot and developed experimental tools to deal with ever-evolving technology.
  • Maintained records of research findings with analysis and evaluation of results.
  • Assisted teaching and instructing students alongside other professors.
  • Completed analysis of data acquired from research and verified careful documentation of information.
  • Reviewed and analyzed historical and emerging literature to develop and practice new technologies.
  • Participated in discussions, seminars and lectures at Neuroseminars.

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Private Practice
01.2010 - Current
  • Offered individual outpatient therapy to adult clients with wide range of psychological problems.
  • Provided psychotherapy incorporating cognitive-behavioral, client-centered and play-therapy to treat wide range of psychological problems in patients.
  • Conducted psychological assessments for adults and children to help address variety of clinical concerns and performed educational testing to inform courts of intelligence and personality assessment results.
  • Collaborated with 3 person multidisciplinary treatment team to discuss treatment plans, progress and discharge decisions.
  • Consulted with and trained highly skilled mental health and medical staff.
  • Mitigated injuries and de-escalated life-threatening events through effective crisis intervention and coordination of emergency services.
  • Scheduled, organized and delivered comprehensive presentations on effective treatment of depression, anxiety, anger and cognitive-behavioral skills to manage negative emotions.
  • Used imaging and relaxation techniques to develop strengthening and safe zones to facilitate processing of trauma.
  • Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.
  • Counseled individuals, groups or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.
  • Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.

Diploma Preparation Instructor

REALIA Institute
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Communicated frequently with, students, faculty directives to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Created schedules and lesson plans for certification program on "Psychology of Arts" and "Science in Arts" classes to increase student interest and participation.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.

College Professor

Universidad De Xalapa
08.2011 - 08.2013
  • Courses: Health Psychology Models; Community Psychology.
  • Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Assisted and identified at-risk students to eliminate student barriers to learning.
  • Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
  • Collaborated with faculty and community stakeholders for program improvement.

College Professor

Universidad Veracruzana
02.2011 - 07.2013
  • Courses: Human Factor Development; Work Environment; Competency Based Interview; Occupational safety and Health.
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
  • Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
  • Collaborated with faculty and community stakeholders for program improvement.
  • Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
  • Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
  • Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
  • Created excitement and enthusiasm in classroom by delivering engaging subject matter.
  • Led and prepared lectures for [Area of study] classes.
  • Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
  • Created lesson plans for courses, modifying throughout year to meet time constraints and specific interests of class.
  • Created positive and safe learning environment for students by setting and enforcing classroom code of conduct.
  • Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
  • Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.

College Professor

Universidad De América Latina
02.2011 - 07.2013
  • Course: Seminar on Practice Education
  • Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Assisted and identified at-risk students to eliminate student barriers to learning.
  • Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
  • Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.

Assistant Editor

Medicina Salud Y Sociedad EJournal
02.2012 - 12.2012
  • Handled internal staff correspondence through emails and scheduling.
  • Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
  • Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy and compliance with quality standards.
  • Provided concise and constructive editorial feedback to writers by sending emails to the corresponding author.

College Professor

Universidad De Xalapa
02.2010 - 07.2012
  • Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Assisted and identified at-risk students to eliminate student barriers to learning.
  • Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.

High School Teacher

Cafetales Computing Studies Center
02.2010 - 12.2010
  • Graphic Design Area, courses: Methodology; Reading and
    Writing Workshop; Cognition & Visual Arts.
  • Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
  • Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
  • Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
  • Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
  • Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
  • Utilized organized, methodical, and technical approach to teaching concepts.
  • Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.
  • Provided grades and progress reports to the students each semester to evaluate student learning needs.

Psychologist Coordinator

FAMILIAS A.C
02.2009 - 02.2010
  • Conducted patient observations by monitoring behavior and documented physical health, family history and medications in mental health assessment reports.
  • Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
  • Disseminated reports and briefings for program management and to drive patient care improvements.
  • Interviewed, observed and surveyed patients to gain necessary information for psychological diagnosis.
  • Documented diagnoses, interventions implemented and outcomes across outpatient clinics.
  • Managed caseload of individual clients, couples and family therapy sessions.
  • Updated records and prepared reports to outline program actions, results and recommended improvements.
  • Counseled individuals and groups regarding problems such as stress, substance abuse or family situations to modify behavior to improve personal adjustment.
  • Identified concerns, research methodologies and optimal experimental designs to collect desired information.
  • Evaluated dynamics of different personnel groups through range of planned activities and programs.

Assistant Professor

Escuela Nacional De Música, UNAM
02.2007 - 02.2010
  • Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
  • Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
  • Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
  • Contributed to campus activities to promote positive university image.
  • Evaluated student progress through analysis of test scores and homework completion.
  • Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum revision, evaluation of course syllabi and lesson plans for 'Psychology of Art' and 'Neurobiology of Art' curriculum.

Education

Ph.D. - Neurosciences

Instituto De Investigaciones Cerebrales
Xalapa Veracruz, México
03.2018

Master of Arts - Musical Cognition

Universidad Autonoma De México
Ciudad De México
11.2008

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Universidad Veracruzana
Xalapa Veracruz, México
03.2006

Skills

  • Research and Development
  • Scientific Writing
  • Written and Oral Communications
  • Molecular Biology
  • Research Protocols
  • Data Analysis
  • Grant Writing
  • Research Support
  • Research Procedures
  • Lab Maintenance
  • Experimental Work Plans
  • Technical Documentation
  • Laboratory Safety Protocols
  • Lab Experimentation
  • Professional Relationships
  • Manuscript Authoring
  • Laboratory Assistance
  • Grant Proposals
  • Staff Meetings
  • Academic Writing
  • Mentor Graduate Students
  • Research
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Office Supplies and Inventory
  • Lab Supervision
  • Student Support
  • Laboratory Management
  • Electrical Devices
  • Documentation Requirements
  • Standard Operating Procedure
  • Laboratory Techniques
  • Critical Thinking
  • Safety Standards
  • Safety Processes
  • Lab Experiments and Research
  • Chemical and Molecular Analysis
  • Laboratory Safety
  • Basic Computer Skills
  • Biological Research
  • Document Organization
  • Buffer Preparation
  • Clean Equipment
  • Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
  • Computational Approaches
  • Statistics
  • Immunostaining

Accomplishments

  • "Effects of environmental enrichment and sexual
    dimorphism on the expression of cerebellar receptors in C57BL/6 and BTBR·+·Itpr3tf/J mice." Monje-Reyna, D., Manzo Denes, J., & Santamaria, F. (2022). BMC research notes, 15(1), 175. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13104-022-06062-
  • “Nicotine self-administration remodels perineuronal
    nets in ventral tegmental area and orbitofrontal cortex in adult male rats”. Vazquez-Sanroman DB, Monje RD, Bardo MT. Addict Biol. 2016 Aug 22. Doi:10.1111/adb.12437.
  • “Increase of cerebellar endocannabinoids receptors
    following music stimulation of rats with postnatally induced autism”. Monje Reyna Daniela, García Hernández Luis I, Carrillo Castilla P, Cória Avila Genaro A, Toledo María R, Hernández Aguilar María E, Manzo Denes Jorge. Eneurobiología 10(23): 250219,2019
  • “Patterns of movement in to open field of the rat with
    autistic behavior subjected to musical stimulation”. Monje Reyna Daniela, García Hernández Luis I, Cória Avila Genaro A, Toledo María R, Hernández Aguilar María E, Manzo Denes Jorge. Eneurobiología 9(20): 040118,2018.
  • Poster “Density of cerebellar cannabinoid receptors of the autistic rat after musical stimulation” LX National Conference of Mexican Society Physiological Sciences. Sociedad Mexicana de Ciencias Fisiológicas A.C. Monterrey Nuevo León, México, Augost 2017.

Certification

  • Biosafety and Bloodborne pathogens, University of Texas at San Antonio - 2022
  • Hazardous communications and laboratory safety, University of Texas at San Antonio - 2022
  • Hazardous waste, University of Texas at San Antonio - 2022
  • Laser Safety, University of Texas at San Antonio - 2022
  • AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of animal: 2013 edition. American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) Learning Library. University of Kentucky - 2015
  • Aseptic technique for rodent Survival
    Surgery. American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) Learning Library. University of Kentucky - 2015

Timeline

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

University Of Texas At San Antonio
03.2018 - Current

Diploma Preparation Instructor

REALIA Institute
01.2014 - 01.2015

Assistant Editor

Medicina Salud Y Sociedad EJournal
02.2012 - 12.2012

College Professor

Universidad De Xalapa
08.2011 - 08.2013

College Professor

Universidad Veracruzana
02.2011 - 07.2013

College Professor

Universidad De América Latina
02.2011 - 07.2013

College Professor

Universidad De Xalapa
02.2010 - 07.2012

High School Teacher

Cafetales Computing Studies Center
02.2010 - 12.2010

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Private Practice
01.2010 - Current

Psychologist Coordinator

FAMILIAS A.C
02.2009 - 02.2010

Assistant Professor

Escuela Nacional De Música, UNAM
02.2007 - 02.2010

Ph.D. - Neurosciences

Instituto De Investigaciones Cerebrales

Master of Arts - Musical Cognition

Universidad Autonoma De México

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Universidad Veracruzana
Daniela Monje-Reyna