I'm Joshua Sabio, a PhD candidate at the University of Queensland researching the cognitive neuroscience of higher-order control, decision-making, and self-awareness. I enjoy translating psychology and neuroscience into clear insights for both technical and general audiences, and I bring meticulous attention to detail, critical thinking, and precise writing to every project. My work blends rigorous data analysis and programming with Python, R, MATLAB, and other tools, and I have presented at national conferences such as ACNS 2024 and OHBM 2025. I also lead teaching roles and work as a freelance research consultant, helping organisations make evidence-based decisions through rigorous research.

Joshua Sabio

I'm Joshua Sabio, a PhD candidate at the University of Queensland researching the cognitive neuroscience of higher-order control, decision-making, and self-awareness. I enjoy translating psychology and neuroscience into clear insights for both technical and general audiences, and I bring meticulous attention to detail, critical thinking, and precise writing to every project. My work blends rigorous data analysis and programming with Python, R, MATLAB, and other tools, and I have presented at national conferences such as ACNS 2024 and OHBM 2025. I also lead teaching roles and work as a freelance research consultant, helping organisations make evidence-based decisions through rigorous research.

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I’m Joshua Sabio, a PhD candidate at the University of Queensland researching the cognitive neuroscience of higher-order control, decision-making, and self-awareness. I enjoy translating psychology and neuroscience into clear insights for both technical and general audiences, and I bring meticulous attention to detail, critical thinking, and precise writing to every project.

My work blends rigorous data analysis and programming with Python, R, MATLAB, and other tools, and I have presented at national conferences such as ACNS 2024 and OHBM 2025. I also lead teaching roles and work as a freelance research consultant, helping organisations make evidence-based decisions through rigorous research.

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Work Experience

Higher Degree by Research Scholar at The University of Queensland (UQ)
July 1, 2022 - Present
PhD project investigates the cognitive neuroscience of higher-order control, decision-making, and self-awareness. Communicates psychology and neuroscience to technical and general audiences. Demonstrates attention to detail, critical thinking, precise writing, and deep research skills. Advanced data analysis and programming with Python, R, MATLAB, SPSS, and JASP.
Lead Academic Tutor and Guest Lecturer at The University of Queensland (UQ)
February 1, 2023 - December 1, 2025
Taught for the research, data, and statistics course Psychological Research Methodology I (PSYC1040); five semesters in a row; appointed lead tutor from semester 2, 2024 onward; lectured in semester 2, 2025. Collaborated with course coordinators to improve course structure and content; marked assessments for psychometrics course PSYC13020 at CQU.
Lead Academic Tutor at Central Queensland University (CQU)
February 1, 2023 - Present
Lead tutor for PSYC1040; contributed to course structure and delivery.
Market Research Analyst at Verian Group (formerly Kantar Public)
July 1, 2021 - March 1, 2024
Analysed qualitative and quantitative data for the public sector; generated insights to streamline operations for clients including Mental Health Commission, Department of Education and Training, Queensland Health, and Tourism WA; wrote literature reviews to help clients allocate resources and plan future programs.
Freelance Research Consultant at Various private companies
July 1, 2021 - Present
Conduct contracted analytical market and academic research; market sizing, reports and projections; moderates focus groups, analyses data, and generates insights to derive macro-level market trends.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Honours I) at The University of Western Australia
February 1, 2017 - December 1, 2021
PhD Candidate at The University of Queensland
July 1, 2022 - December 11, 2025

Qualifications

First-Class Honours
February 1, 2017 - December 1, 2021

Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Other