Emma Hawkins
Tucson
Summary
Motivated psychology student with hands-on research experience in sleep, mental health, and behavioral outcomes. Expertise in data collection and participant engagement enhances collaborative efforts in interdisciplinary research settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
Sleep and Health Research Lab (MAM Lab)
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted in research on relationships between sleep, mental health, and behavioral outcomes to contribute to understanding of these factors
- Collected and managed participant data, including sleep diaries and survey-based measures, to ensure accurate data for analysis
- Supported literature reviews and ongoing research projects to enhance knowledge base and inform future studies
- Collaborated with a team in academic research projects at the University of Arizona
- University of Arizona
Research Assistant, Collaborative Study (HypKnowledge / ANSWERS Study)
University of Arizona & University of Pennsylvania
03.2024 - Current
- Coordinated participant tracking and research logistics across institutions, facilitating seamless collaboration and data collection
- Assisted with ecological momentary assessment (EMA) data collection using repeated daily surveys and sleep diaries
- Managed and organized data from multi-day study on real-time behavioral and mental health measures, ensuring data integrity and accessibility
- Investigated diurnal patterns in suicidal thinking among young adults, enhancing understanding of mental health fluctuations
- Gained experience working on interdisciplinary research related to sleep, mental health, and suicide risk
Research Assistant
Irvine Labs
01.2020 - Current
- Supported data collection, organization, and documentation, enhancing study reliability
- Maintained accurate records and streamlined research operations to facilitate ongoing studies
- Assisted with research projects led by Shaun Land, ensuring alignment with project goals
- Developed strong attention to detail and long-term research skills
Beverage Cart Attendant
White Plains Golf Course
Cookeville
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Cultivated strong customer relationships through attentive communication and personalized service
- Delivered food and beverage service while independently managing transactions, enhancing customer experience
- Managed inventory and streamlined service processes to ensure timely delivery
Server
Bluegold
Huntington Beach
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Delivered high-quality service in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment
- Managed multiple responsibilities, ensuring smooth operations in a busy environment
- Cultivated strong communication and problem-solving skills to enhance customer interactions
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ01-2026
Skills
- Research coordination
- Data analysis
- Literature review
- Data management
- Research documentation
- Project oversight
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Presentation skills
Research
- Poster Presenter, SLEEP 2024 Conference, Houston, TX, Presented poster titled 'Diurnal Patterns in Suicidal Thinking Among Young Adults', Collaborated with Andrew S. Tubbs, Dr. Michael Perlis, and Dr. Michael Grandner, Communicated research findings to academic and clinical audiences in sleep science, Engaged in professional discussions on sleep, circadian rhythms, and mental health
- Research Assistant, Sleep and Health Research Lab (MAM Lab), Dr. Michael Grandner, Tucson, AZ, 02/22, Present, Assist in research examining relationships between sleep, mental health, and behavioral outcomes, Collect and manage participant data, including sleep diaries and survey based measures, Support literature reviews and ongoing research projects, Collaborate in a team based academic research environment
- Research Assistant, Collaborative Study (HypKnowledge / ANSWERS Study), University of Arizona & University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Michael Perlis, Andrew S. Tubbs, Contributed to research examining diurnal patterns in suicidal thinking among young adults, Assisted with ecological momentary assessment (EMA) data collection using repeated daily surveys and sleep diaries, Supported participant tracking and research coordination across institutions, Helped manage and organize data from a multi day study involving real time behavioral and mental health measures, Gained experience working on interdisciplinary research related to sleep, mental health, and suicide risk
- Research Assistant, Irvine Labs, 2020, Present, Assist with research projects under the direction of Shaun Land, Support data collection, organization, and documentation across multiple studies, Maintain accurate records and contribute to ongoing research operations, Developed strong attention to detail and long term research skills
Certification
- CITI Program: Human Subjects Research (Social & Behavioral) — CITI Program — 2022
- CITI Program: Good Clinical Practice (GCP) — CITI Program — 2022
- CITI Program: Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) — CITI Program — 2022
- CITI Program: HIPAA and Privacy Protections — CITI Program — 2022
- CITI Program: Conflict of Interest — CITI Program — 2022
- EDGE Learning: Laboratory Safety Training — University of Arizona — 2022
- EDGE Learning: Hazard Communication (HazCom) — University of Arizona — 2022
- EDGE Learning: Biosafety and Bloodborne Pathogens — University of Arizona — 2022
- EDGE Learning: Chemical Safety — University of Arizona — 2022
- EDGE Learning: Fire Safety and Emergency Procedures — University of Arizona — 2022
- CPR/AED Certification — American Red Cross — 2026
Websites
Timeline
Beverage Cart Attendant
White Plains Golf Course
06.2025 - 08.2025
Research Assistant
Sleep and Health Research Lab (MAM Lab)
03.2024 - Current
Research Assistant, Collaborative Study (HypKnowledge / ANSWERS Study)
University of Arizona & University of Pennsylvania
03.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
Irvine Labs
01.2020 - Current
Server
Bluegold
01.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Arizona