I have recently completed my PhD in data analytics for well-being and am looking for a position in a similar field. I have a passion for work bridging the areas of psychology, mental health, well-being, digital media and assistive technologies, having previously conducted research relating to inclusive and assistive technologies, virtual reality, social media and student well-being. I am a conscientious and experienced worker with excellent spoken & written communication skills and a strong commitment to conducting high-quality multidisciplinary research. I adapt well to new and stressful situations and I am good at following directions with regards to improving on and learning new skills, as proven by my varied work experience and areas of research.

Gráinne Bannigan

I have recently completed my PhD in data analytics for well-being and am looking for a position in a similar field. I have a passion for work bridging the areas of psychology, mental health, well-being, digital media and assistive technologies, having previously conducted research relating to inclusive and assistive technologies, virtual reality, social media and student well-being. I am a conscientious and experienced worker with excellent spoken & written communication skills and a strong commitment to conducting high-quality multidisciplinary research. I adapt well to new and stressful situations and I am good at following directions with regards to improving on and learning new skills, as proven by my varied work experience and areas of research.

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I have recently completed my PhD in data analytics for well-being and am looking for a position in a similar field. I have a passion for work bridging the areas of psychology, mental health, well-being, digital media and assistive technologies, having previously conducted research relating to inclusive and assistive technologies, virtual reality, social media and student well-being.

I am a conscientious and experienced worker with excellent spoken & written communication skills and a strong commitment to conducting high-quality multidisciplinary research. I adapt well to new and stressful situations and I am good at following directions with regards to improving on and learning new skills, as proven by my varied work experience and areas of research.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent
German
Advanced

Work Experience

Research Assistant at Department of Psychology, University of Bath
September 1, 2017 - June 1, 2018
Developed an independent research project focusing on the experience of virtual reality sickness; created my own virtual reality game; assisted with literature reviews, running studies, and writing up research for academic publications; collaborated in multidisciplinary teams across cross-modal cognition, assistive technology and VR.
Part Time Sales Assistant at HMV
June 1, 2018 - July 1, 2018
Gained experience in product stocking, till management and order processing; developed communication skills and customer service; worked effectively within a team.
Care Assistant (Summer Work in Hospitality) at Claregalway & District Daycare Centre
July 1, 2018 - August 1, 2018
Cared for elderly and disabled individuals, providing assistance and enabling safe engagement in activities; supported meal service and daily routines; developed empathy and teamwork.
Newsletter Committee Member at School of Public Health, Physiotherapy & Sports Science, UCD
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Edited and published a quarterly school newsletter; contributed articles on research and teaching activities; coordinated with a multidisciplinary team to disseminate school news.
Volunteer – Galway Game Jam Team at Galway Game Jam
February 1, 2025 - Present
Team volunteer managing event promotion, sponsorship, and logistics; conducted participant research to improve future events; developed teamwork and event-planning skills.
Press Team Member at Model United Nations (Secondary School, France)
September 1, 2012 - July 1, 2015
Gained experience creating newspapers/magazines, conducting interviews and writing articles in French and English; managed social media presence as part of the MUN team.

Education

PhD in Data Analytics for Well-being at University College Dublin (UCD)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
MSc in Human-Computer Interaction at University College London (UCL)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
BSc in Psychology at University of Bath
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

Deutsches Sprachdiplom (German language, C1)
January 11, 2030 - January 7, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services