Kelsey McCunney
Boston,MA
Summary
I bring a background in applied psychology, education, and healthcare, with a focus on engaging and supporting diverse populations. My experience includes identifying barriers to access, improving participation and retention, and developing practical, people-centered programs. I’ve worked closely with cross-functional teams and am especially interested in advancing health equity and patient engagement in biotech or healthcare settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Academic Advisor
Northeastern University
Boston, MA
01.2024 - Current
- Support a large and diverse group of students as they navigate academic systems, helping them stay on track and successfully complete their degrees.
- Identify challenges students are facing and create targeted support to help them stay engaged and succeed.
- Manage a large caseload across multiple disciplines (Psychology, Digital Media, Management), applying data-informed advising approaches
- Collaborate with faculty and program managers to align student support strategies
- Provide individualized guidance on academic planning, career pathways, and experiential learning opportunities
- Advised students on academic programs, degree requirements, and course selection strategies.
- Developed personalized educational plans to align with student goals and interests.
STEM Program Coordinator
Massachusetts General Hospital
04.2022 - 01.2024
- Designed and managed community-based engagement programs for underserved youth populations, increasing access to STEM education, mentorship, and career pathways
- Led program implementation across multiple communities (Boston, Chelsea, Revere), improving participation and sustained engagement
- Collaborated with hospital staff, community partners, and educators to deliver equity-focused programming aligned with community needs
- Served as liaison between participants, families, and institutional stakeholders to ensure effective communication and program accessibility
- Evaluated program effectiveness and contributed to continuous improvement of engagement strategies
High School Biology Teacher
Revere High School
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Delivered culturally responsive, equity-centered instruction incorporating social-emotional learning principles
- Designed differentiated learning strategies to support diverse learners, including English language learners and students with individualized education plans
- Assessed student performance and adapted instructional approaches to improve engagement and comprehension
- Developed engaging lesson plans that aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Facilitated hands-on laboratory experiments to enhance student understanding of biological concepts.
Data Analyst Intern
Greentown Labs
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Analyzed large datasets related to energy systems, ensuring data quality and accuracy for client reporting
- Developed reports and visualizations to support decision-making and operational insights
- Utilized GIS tools to model and interpret environmental data
Sales Operations Co-op
Enel X North America
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Supported business development operations through data analysis, contract coordination, and CRM reporting
- Built dashboards and reports in Salesforce to track performance and pipeline metrics
Education
Master of Science - Applied Psychology
Northeastern University
05-2026
Master of Arts in Teaching - Secondary Education (Biology)
Northeastern University
12-2021
B.S. - Environmental Science
University of South Carolina
05-2018
Skills
- Patient / Participant Engagement
- Health Equity & Access Initiatives
- Program Development & Implementation
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Behavioral Insights & Communication
- Data Analysis (Excel, Salesforce, GIS)
- Public Speaking & Facilitation
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Student development
- Strategic Decision-making
ADDITIONAL RESEARCH & PUBLIC HEALTH EXPERIENCE
- Research Assistant – Executive Office of Energy & Environmental Affairs
- Public Health Researcher – Engineers Without Borders
- Lab Instructor – Center for Student Coastal Research
Timeline
Undergraduate Academic Advisor
Northeastern University
01.2024 - Current
STEM Program Coordinator
Massachusetts General Hospital
04.2022 - 01.2024
High School Biology Teacher
Revere High School
08.2021 - 12.2021
Data Analyst Intern
Greentown Labs
06.2019 - 08.2019
Sales Operations Co-op
Enel X North America
01.2019 - 06.2019
B.S. - Environmental Science
University of South Carolina
Master of Science - Applied Psychology
Northeastern University
Master of Arts in Teaching - Secondary Education (Biology)
Northeastern University