Simal Binici
Iowa City,United States
Summary
Ph.D. Candidate with 7+ years of experience in political science, political psychology, and political communication research, demonstrating proficiency in data analysis, survey methods, and experimental designs. Has a strong track record of coordinating research projects, developing engaging learning materials, and implementing comprehensive research methodologies. Skilled in R, Python, Stata, and SQL. Excels in data visualization, big data management, and causal inference.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Instructor
Department of Political Science, University of Iowa
05.2023 - Current
- Develop creative and engaging learning materials about social media, public opinion, and American foreign policy
- Develop and deliver high-quality lectures and facilitate engaging discussions to undergraduate students on various topics related to political science and survey methods
- Design and implement assessments to measure students' understanding and knowledge in political science topics
- Conduct research on current political trends and developments to enhance teaching materials and provide up-to-date information to students
- Provide individualized feedback and guidance to undergraduate students to help them improve their understanding of political science concepts and develop critical thinking skills
Research Assistant
Dr. Caroline Tolbert - University of Iowa
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted in organizing and conducting research experiments and surveys to collect data for analysis and publication in collaboration with companies such as YouGov and GoDaddy
- Contributed to the preparation of research reports and publications for dissemination to the academic community and broader public
- Trained graduate students on text analysis & machine learning tools
- Assisted in organizing and coordinating research conferences and workshops to facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration within the academic community
Teaching Assistant
Department of Political Science, University of Iowa
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Assisted in the development and implementation of online teaching materials and resources to support remote learning initiatives
- Provided supplemental instruction and tutoring to students to enhance their understanding of course material and improve their academic performance
- Assisted in grading assignments and exams to provide timely feedback to students
- Collaborated with faculty to design and deliver engaging and interactive lectures and discussions
Senior Project Coordinator and Research Assistant
Scientific And Technological Research Council Of Turkey & Koc University
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Collaborated with researchers from both Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey and Koc University to ensure effective communication and coordination between the two organizations in the execution of a research project on media and economic voting behavior in Turkey
- Ran a multiple-year data collection project where resulting data are used in a master's thesis, research papers, and academic conferences
- Led the recruitment process for team members consisting of undergraduate and graduate students from different social science disciplines and supervised them throughout the research project
- Managed the timeline and milestones of research projects to ensure timely completion and delivery of results
- Ensured compliance with ethical guidelines and institutional regulations in the conduct of research projects
Legislative Intern
Grand National Assembly of Turkey
07.2017 - 08.2017
- Assisted in the preparation and organization of parliamentary committee meetings
- Assisted in conducting research and analyzing data to support legislative initiatives and policy development
- Conducted research and analyzed legislative issues on human rights to support committee members in decision-making processes
- Assisted in drafting parliamentary reports and summaries
Research Intern
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
01.2017 - 02.2017
- Assisted in preparing diplomatic correspondence and official documents in a timely and accurate manner
- Assisted in analyzing and tracking international news and events for relevant updates and insights, and provided summaries to support decision-making and strategic planning
- Conducted research on political, economic, and social issues to provided valuable insights for diplomatic negotiations and decision-making
Education
Ph.D. - Political Science
University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa06.2024
Master of Arts - Political Science
University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa01.2022
M.A. With Thesis - Political Science and International Relations
Koc University
Istanbul01.2020
Minor - Psychology and Marketing
Bilkent University
Ankara01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and Public Administration
Bilkent University
Ankara01.2018
Skills
- Stata
- R
- Qualtrics
- Python
- SQL
- All Microsoft and iWork Platforms
- Survey Methods
- Experimental Designs
- Big Data - Data Management and Data Mining
- Text, Video, and Audio Analysis
- Data Visualization
- Observational Data and Causal Inference
- Regression Designs, Spatial Methods, and EHA
Languages
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
certificates and awards
- Certificate of Second Place for Undergraduate Dissertation - Bilkent University
- Certificate of Achievement - Turkish MFA
- Certificate of Public Administration - Bilkent University FEASS
- Certificate of Achievement - Grand National Assembly of Turkey
working papers
- Evaluating the Online Processing Model using the Washington Post's Fact-Checking Database of Trump's Misleading Claims
- Keeping Up with News: The Impact of News Valance and Media Habits on Mental Health
- Filtering the Influence of Social Media: Increased (Decreased) Political Knowledge for Social Groups in the US
- Battling the Pandemic: Governors as Heads of State and COVID-19 Rhetoric - A text analysis Approach.
- American Society Revisited: A Bayesian Belief Network Approach to Egalitarianism, Moral Traditionalism, and Ideology in Hyperpolarized Era
- Social Media as a Political Tool in Competitive Authoritarian Regimes: Executive Constraints and Use of Coercive Tactics
references
- Dr. Julianna Pacheco, University of Iowa, julianna-pacheco@uiowa.edu
- Dr. Caroline Tolbert, University of Iowa, caroline-tolbert@uiowa.edu
Timeline
Graduate Instructor
Department of Political Science, University of Iowa
05.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
Dr. Caroline Tolbert - University of Iowa
08.2022 - 05.2023
Teaching Assistant
Department of Political Science, University of Iowa
09.2020 - 07.2022
Senior Project Coordinator and Research Assistant
Scientific And Technological Research Council Of Turkey & Koc University
01.2018 - 01.2019
Legislative Intern
Grand National Assembly of Turkey
07.2017 - 08.2017
Research Intern
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
01.2017 - 02.2017
Ph.D. - Political Science
University of Iowa
Master of Arts - Political Science
University of Iowa
M.A. With Thesis - Political Science and International Relations
Koc University
Minor - Psychology and Marketing
Bilkent University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and Public Administration
Bilkent University
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