Hi! I’m Nur Melissa Abdul Khalil, a researcher who loves turning qualitative data into practical insights for digital health and public health projects. I enjoy combining independent exploration with collaborative teamwork to design and evaluate interventions across health systems, education, and policy spaces. I value clarity, empathy, and ethics, and I’m excited to apply established methods to new challenges. I’m equally comfortable leading and supporting projects, drawing on experiences from customer service, underwriting, and nutrition education to communicate findings and drive change. I thrive on turning complex information into actionable guidance and enjoy engaging diverse stakeholders to achieve meaningful health outcomes.

Nur Melissa Abdul Khalil

Hi! I’m Nur Melissa Abdul Khalil, a researcher who loves turning qualitative data into practical insights for digital health and public health projects. I enjoy combining independent exploration with collaborative teamwork to design and evaluate interventions across health systems, education, and policy spaces. I value clarity, empathy, and ethics, and I’m excited to apply established methods to new challenges. I’m equally comfortable leading and supporting projects, drawing on experiences from customer service, underwriting, and nutrition education to communicate findings and drive change. I thrive on turning complex information into actionable guidance and enjoy engaging diverse stakeholders to achieve meaningful health outcomes.

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Hi! I’m Nur Melissa Abdul Khalil, a researcher who loves turning qualitative data into practical insights for digital health and public health projects. I enjoy combining independent exploration with collaborative teamwork to design and evaluate interventions across health systems, education, and policy spaces. I value clarity, empathy, and ethics, and I’m excited to apply established methods to new challenges.

I’m equally comfortable leading and supporting projects, drawing on experiences from customer service, underwriting, and nutrition education to communicate findings and drive change. I thrive on turning complex information into actionable guidance and enjoy engaging diverse stakeholders to achieve meaningful health outcomes.

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Language

English
Fluent
Malay
Advanced
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Research Assistant at University of Malaya
January 1, 2023 - Present
Supported qualitative research across public health, clinical medicine, and political science (ASEAN policies, intimate partner violence, kidney disease, pediatric gastroenterology). Conducted interviews and focus groups as interviewer, note-taker, and transcript compiler; facilitated sessions; ensured ethical compliance; performed qualitative synthesis and reporting under senior researchers.
Graduate Research Assistant at Universiti Malaya
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
Led qualitative data collection and thematic analysis (QDA Miner) for a digital health Master’s research project (MyDietCam).
Nutrition Advisor and Coach at Curves Malaysia (Purple Arc Sdn Bhd)
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017
Delivered nutrition education sessions for staff and members, translating scientific principles into practical dietary guidance. Provided individualized coaching to support sustainable behavior change, monitored progress, and adapted strategies to improve outcomes.
Associate Underwriter at AIA Berhad
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Evaluate life insurance applications using medical, financial, and demographic data to determine risk eligibility and ensure compliance with corporate standards. Liaised with agents, policyholders, and physicians to clarify application details and support accurate decision-making.

Education

BSc (Joint Honours) in Nutrition & Psychology at Newcastle University
January 11, 2030 - January 8, 2026
Master of Medical Science (MMedSc) – Health Behaviour Change in Mobile Applications for Diet Monitoring at University of Malaya
January 11, 2030 - January 8, 2026

Qualifications

Bronze Medallion (Life Saving Society Malaysia)
January 11, 2030 - January 8, 2026
First-Aid at Work Place (St. John Ambulance Malaysia)
January 11, 2030 - January 8, 2026
Gold Award PECIPITA 2022
January 11, 2030 - January 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Education, Life Sciences, Government, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Other