Litzy Valdovinos
Port Chester,NY
Summary
Psychology graduate with hands-on experience in IRB-approved research, data management, and statistical analysis. Detail-oriented, collaborative, and adaptable, with strong ethical research practices and the ability to quickly learn and apply new research techniques. Ready to support experimental studies and contribute to collaborative lab projects.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant / Senior Thesis Researcher
Dr. Lauren Harburger Lab
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Designed and executed an IRB-approved, online experimental research study examining the cognitive effects of menstruation and hormonal contraception on spatial navigation.
- Managed online participant recruitment, screening, informed consent, and sensitive data collection in compliance with ethical research standards.
- Performed data organization, quality control, and statistical analyses using JASP; collaborated with the PI to interpret and contextualize results.
- Prepared research materials, documentation, and an APA-style manuscript; supported dissemination through conference presentations and collaborative review.
Teaching Assistant – Introduction to Psychology
SUNY Purchase College
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Provided academic support to undergraduate students through review sessions, office hours, and assisted with grading and feedback.
Research Practicum
SUNY Purchase College
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Completed intensive training in advanced research methodology, data collection, statistical analysis, and ethical compliance for human subjects studies.
- Conducted independent and group-based experimental analysis using JASP, Qualtrics, and Excel; maintained organized datasets and documentation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Law And Justice Studies
SUNY Purchase College
Purchase, NY05.2023
Skills
- Human subjects research, IRB protocols, and regulatory compliance
- Data collection, quality control, and analysis (Excel, JASP, Qualtrics)
- Research documentation, protocol adherence, APA-style reporting
- Strong attention to detail, collaboration, and adaptability
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
Honors Affiliations
- Dean’s List, Spring 2021 – Fall 2022
- Psi Chi, International Honor Society in Psychology
Poster & Oral Presentations
Hormone Contraceptive Use and Menstruation Do Not Impact Spatial Performance
Cognitive Science Society (2025), Eastern Psychological Association (2024), Natural and Social Science Symposium (2023), SUNY Undergraduate Research Conference (2023)
Timeline
Research Assistant / Senior Thesis Researcher
Dr. Lauren Harburger Lab
09.2022 - 05.2023
Teaching Assistant – Introduction to Psychology
SUNY Purchase College
01.2022 - 05.2022
Research Practicum
SUNY Purchase College
09.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Law And Justice Studies
SUNY Purchase College