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Researcher with PhD in Education with a sociological approach, specialising in qualitative and mixed-methods research. Experienced in designing and delivering research that examines human behaviour, attitude, and lived experience. Strong background in applied research, including data collection, organisation, analysis, and documentation, with careful attention to accuracy, ethics, and research integrity. I am curious, detail-oriented, analytical, and highly interested in contributing reliably to high-quality research processes within collaborative research teams.…Researcher with PhD in Education with a sociological approach, specialising in qualitative and mixed-methods research. Experienced in designing and delivering research that examines human behaviour, attitude, and lived experience. Strong background in applied research, including data collection, organisation, analysis, and documentation, with careful attention to accuracy, ethics, and research integrity. I am curious, detail-oriented, analytical, and highly interested in contributing reliably to high-quality research processes within collaborative research teams.

Jessie Du

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Researcher with PhD in Education with a sociological approach, specialising in qualitative and mixed-methods research. Experienced in designing and delivering research that examines human behaviour, attitude, and lived experience. Strong background in applied research, including data collection, organisation, analysis, and documentation, with careful attention to accuracy, ethics, and research integrity. I am curious, detail-oriented, analytical, and highly interested in contributing reliably to high-quality research processes within collaborative research teams.…Researcher with PhD in Education with a sociological approach, specialising in qualitative and mixed-methods research. Experienced in designing and delivering research that examines human behaviour, attitude, and lived experience. Strong background in applied research, including data collection, organisation, analysis, and documentation, with careful attention to accuracy, ethics, and research integrity. I am curious, detail-oriented, analytical, and highly interested in contributing reliably to high-quality research processes within collaborative research teams.

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Researcher with PhD in Education with a sociological approach, specialising in qualitative and mixed-methods research. Experienced in designing and delivering research that examines human behaviour, attitude, and lived experience. Strong background in applied research, including data collection, organisation, analysis, and documentation, with careful attention to accuracy, ethics, and research integrity.
I am curious, detail-oriented, analytical, and highly interested in contributing reliably to high-quality research processes within collaborative research teams.

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Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

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Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Vietnamese

Fluent

Work Experience

Doctoral Researcher at Maynooth University, Department of Education

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025

Conducted an in-depth qualitative study examining teachers' lived experiences in a changing education context; analyzed qualitative data using thematic analysis; desk-based analysis of policy and materials to support interpretation; managed research timelines; disseminated findings through written reports, peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and seminars.

Consultant (External) at UNESCO

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Supported large-scale mixed-methods research projects delivered for public-sector clients; contributed to the design, analysis, and delivery of qualitative and quantitative research, including interview guides, survey instruments, and desk-based research; conducted qualitative interviews and stakeholder consultations; ensured data collection processes; assisted with data cross-checking, coding, synthesis, and analysis across multiple datasets; identified patterns and insights by integrating qualitative findings with quantitative data and secondary research; supported the development of clear, informative reports and outputs tailored to decision-making stakeholders; worked with tight timelines.

Academic Writing Support for Student Teachers at Maynooth University, Department of Education (SPARK Project)

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Part of a small project team to improve student outcomes using evidence-based approaches; reviewed evidence from previous cohorts to identify learning gaps; contributed to redesign of workshop structure, content, and delivery format to improve engagement and effectiveness; co-developed a structured academic writing handbook translating insights into practical guidance for users.

ESL Teacher - Project Manager at Read in g Star, Vietnam

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018

Combined frontline teaching with responsibility for curriculum and assessment systems; managed education projects; contributed to the development of internal academic and assessment policies; oversaw examination systems; reviewed assessment outcomes and student performance data to identify limitations; proposed and implemented evidence-based changes to assessment design and delivery; monitored learning progress across cohorts and designed individualized study plans.

Teaching Assistant at Maynooth University, Department of Education

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024

Assisted in teaching the Professional Master in Education (PME) and Master in Education (M.Ed) courses; delivered and facilitated modules: Sociology of Education, Global Issues in Education, and Capstone project; tutored modules: Social Justice in Education, Digital Literacy in Education; collaborated with co-lecturers on content development; supervised final PME2 capstone projects; assessed students' writing assignments and portfolios.

Executive Assistant / Programme Administrator at Maynooth University, Department of Education

December 1, 2023 - August 31, 2024

Administered the Master of Education courses: restructured and planned the programme with the team; managed applications on PAC; supported potential and current students; tracked students' learning progress; established programme handbook and timetable; supported lecturers with administrative issues; acted as the intermediary among students, lecturers and programme coordinator.

Tutor (Part-time) at ABA Preschool Academy, Vietnam

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022

Supported autistic children in supervised educational environments; implemented individualized ABA learning programs and maintained accurate behavioral data; worked collaboratively with co-tutors and behavioral therapists to support children's learning, wellbeing, and safety; developed awareness of inclusion, empathy, and the importance of child-centered teaching practice.

Lecturer at Maynooth University, Department of Education

January 1, 2025 - Present

Lecturer on the Professional Master in Education (PME) and Master in Education (ME d) courses; delivered modules on Sociology of Education, Global Issues in Education, and Capstone projects; supervised PME2 capstone projects; tutored on Social Justice in Education and Digital Literacy in Education; coordinated with co-lecturers on content development.

External Consultant at UNESCO

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Supported large-scale mixed-methods research projects for public-sector clients; contributed to design, analysis, and delivery of qualitative and quantitative research, including interview guides, survey instruments, and desk-based research; conducted qualitative interviews and stakeholder consultations; data cross-checking, coding, synthesis, and integration of qualitative and secondary data; helped develop clear outputs for decision-making stakeholders and worked to tight project timelines in collaborative teams.

Academic Writing Support (SPARK): Student Teachers at Maynooth University, Department of Education

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Participated in a small project team to improve student outcomes using evidence-based approaches; reviewed evidence from previous cohorts to identify learning gaps; contributed to redesigning workshop structure, content, and delivery format to enhance engagement and effectiveness; co-developed a structured academic writing handbook translating research insights into practical guidance for users.

Assistant Lecturer at Maynooth University, Department of Education

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024

Lectured on Professional Master in Education (PME) and Master in Education (M.Ed) courses; delivered modules in Sociology of Education, Psychology of Education, History of Education, and Philosophy of Education; tutored PME2 students; supported student comprehension across cohorts; organised and delivered academic writing workshops; assessed writing assignments and portfolios.

Tutor (Part-time) at ABA Preschool Academy

January 1, 2022 - Present

Supported autistic children in supervised educational environments; implemented individualized ABA learning programs and collaborated with co-tutors and behavioral therapists to support learning, wellbeing, and safety; promoted inclusive, child-centered teaching practices.

ESL Teacher / Project Manager at Reading Star, Vietnam

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018

Combined frontline teaching with responsibility for curriculum and assessment systems; managed education projects and contributed to the development of internal academic and assessment policies; oversaw examination systems, reviewed assessment outcomes, and proposed and implemented evidence-based changes to assessment design; monitored learning progress and developed guidance for cohorts of learners.