Hi, I’m
Diana Sweet
UX/CX Researcher
Nashville,TN
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Summary
Social science researcher with 10+ years of high impact research related to topics including social media, interpersonal behavior, and institutional decision-making and 4+ years international experience. UX certifications include the following topics: UX Deep Dive: Foundational Research; UX Design: Overview; UX Foundations: Research; UX Research: Journey Mapping.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
University of Tennessee at ChattanoogaChattanooga, TN
Adjunct Professor, Remote Worker
08.2018 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Developed and implemented political science curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
- Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools.
- Developed 2 new elective courses on China resulting in 38 new course registrations.
The Baylor SchoolChattanooga, TN
Chinese Language Instructor
11.2020 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Developed and delivered engaging content with empathy for students and their pain points.
- Aligned objectives and bridge communications with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Demonstrated success in agility and ability to pivot quickly to accommodate changing organizational needs.
- Observed and evaluated student academic and social progress by submitting grades and report cards according to established school procedures.
- Delivered instruction via interactive synchronous and asynchronous learning activities to 60+ students.
George Mason UniversityFairfax, VA
PhD-level Researcher
06.2012 - 08.2017
Job overview
- Conducted end to end research on institutional decision making, including discovery, design, data collection via 45 semi-structured interviews with cross-functional stakeholders including academic equivalent of C-suite executives, data analysis, report writing, which contributed to 2 conference presentations and culminated in high-level oral presentation of findings.
- Collaborated on 2 publications with diverse researchers resulting in 160+ citations.
- Contributed to writing, editing, and submitting 2 successful grants to The McArthur Foundation and Department of State resulting in $1 million new department grant money.
- Delivered course instruction to students on quantitative research methods using SPSS.
- Facilitated discussion groups and design feedback for international non-profit management projects in conjunction with The Washington Center in Washington D.C.
- Increased visibility and scope of internal workshop through engagement with cross-functional stakeholders leading to collaborative research partnerships.
Sherpa, LLAMcLean, VA
Analyst
10.2011 - 05.2012
Job overview
- Conducted analysis into global mainstream media and social media to determine trends related to events, issues, people, and places and monitor changes in sentiment, risk, and reputation.
- Validated results and performed quality assurance to assess accuracy of data for 2 geographical regions.
- Developed comprehensive picture of audience segmentation and media environment by investigating media consumption and usage patterns.
- Drafted and prepared analytical reports, including cultural and subject matter context, for leadership.
Education
George Mason UniversityFairfax, VA
PhD from Political Science
08.2010 - 08.2017
European University in Saint PetersburgRussian Federation
MA from Russian and Eurasian Affairs
08.2009 - 07.2010
SUNY University At AlbanyAlbany, NY
BA from Chinese & Russian Studies
08.2004 - 05.2007
Skills
Project Management
Hobbies
- Baking
- Travelling to far off places
- Kettlebell training
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Timeline
Chinese Language Instructor
The Baylor School
11.2020 - 05.2021
Adjunct Professor, Remote Worker
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
08.2018 - 07.2021
PhD-level Researcher
George Mason University
06.2012 - 08.2017
Analyst
Sherpa, LLA
10.2011 - 05.2012
George Mason University
PhD from Political Science
08.2010 - 08.2017
European University in Saint Petersburg
MA from Russian and Eurasian Affairs
08.2009 - 07.2010
SUNY University At Albany
BA from Chinese & Russian Studies
08.2004 - 05.2007
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