KORI CITRIN

Neuroscience researcher with 7 years of experience across multiple sub-fields, including systems neuroscience, molecular biology, and human subjects psychology. Outside of the lab, I regularly participate in outreach initiatives in order to bring science to lay audiences. I aim to apply my strong neuroscience background and communication skills to a career in scientific sales.

Neuroscience Outreach Team Member, ASCEND Program at FAU, September 2019 - Present, Palm Beach County, FL

• Taught fun neuroscience lessons and organized activities to engage the Palm Beach County community. Created virtual neuroscience content during COVID-19.

Outreach Coordinator, Network for Women in Science at MPFI, November 2020 - January 2023        Jupiter, FL

• Organized outreach events with the Girl Scouts of America, the Cox Science Center, and Big Brothers, Big Sisters to empower young women in science.

Selection Committee, NeuroMEETS, May 2023,  Jupiter, FL 

• Reviewed and voted on applications for a local scientific seminar series.

Student Representative, International Max Planck Research School, March 2022 - January 2024, Jupiter, FL

• Met with my graduate program steering committee to advocate for ways to improve the program and better meet students' needs.

Mentor, Big Brothers, Big Sisters, September 2015 -  Present

• Mentored elementary school aged children from economically disadvantaged school districts., Instilled the importance of education by discussing college and assisting with homework.