Jody Chin Sing Wong
Pittsburgh,Pennsylvania
Summary
Health risk communication behavioral scientist and educator with expertise in health/risk seeking behaviors, decision-making under uncertainty, and strategic multidisciplinary risk messaging. Skilled in designing and implementing impactful communication strategies to inform critical thinking for diverse audiences. Proficient in quantitative and qualitative methodology including national surveys, social and behavioral experiments, interviews, and coding.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Policy Researcher
RAND Corporation
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted in-depth analysis of health policy and health communication issues and topics to identify gaps, trends, and best practices.
- Developed survey instruments, analyzed data, and prepared reports for a variety of research projects.
- Published experimental and research findings in scientific publications and journals.
- Wrote, compiled and edited assigned portions of proposals and project reports to achieve grant writing and publication objectives.
- Current work focuses on empowering communities through equitable communication strategies, ensuring access to vital information across diverse and at-risk populations.
Graduate Research Assistant
State University Of New York At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Assisted with the design of experiments, study protocols, and data collection methods.
- Collaborated with faculty members on grant proposals for external funding sources.
- Drafted manuscripts for publication in academic journals based on research findings.
- Attended professional conferences to present research findings and network with peers in the field.
- Published experimental and research findings in scientific publications and journals.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
State University Of New York At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Supported professor in implementing rigorous teaching and learning experiences.
- Tracked attendance, projects, labs, reports and other class and student metrics.
- Utilized educational technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences.
- Conducted weekly office hours to provide academic guidance to students.
- Graded student assignments and exams, providing feedback on their performance.
Education
Ph.D. - Communication Studies
State University of New York At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY06-2022
Master of Arts - Communication Studies
Nanyang Technological University
Singapore08-2018
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
State University of New York At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY08-2015
Skills
- Quantitative Analysis
- Qualitative Research
- Proposal Writing
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Budget Analysis
- Written Communication
- Research Management
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Associate Policy Researcher
RAND Corporation
08.2022 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant
State University Of New York At Buffalo
08.2020 - 06.2022
Graduate Teaching Assistant
State University Of New York At Buffalo
08.2018 - 08.2020
Ph.D. - Communication Studies
State University of New York At Buffalo
Master of Arts - Communication Studies
Nanyang Technological University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
State University of New York At Buffalo
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