I'm an MA graduate of the University of Chicago, having studied both cultural and linguistic anthropology. This provided me with the skillset to quickly proofread and produce academic writing across a wide range of disciplines within the social sciences. My familiarity with qualitative research methods means I can assist you with qualitative data coding and thematic analysis, along with interview transcription. I have proofread the academic article of a former professor prior to its submission to academic journals, and do not use AI at any stage of the proofreading process. I also have extensive experience with citation styles used within the social sciences and humanities, including Chicago Style/Turabian, the American Psychological Association (APA), Harvard, and the Modern Language Association (MLA). Consistent, clear communication and providing thorough, constructive feedback are my top priorities when working with people on their projects. Beyond this, I am certified through the CITI Program in Social and Behavioral Sciences IRB Human Subjects Protection, Group 2. HSP, Social / Behavioral Research Investigators and Key Personnel, and IPS for Researchers. My research proposal was successfully approved by the IRB during my graduate program, and I have experience in assisting others with preparing qualitative research proposals for IRB submission. I would be glad to provide you with advice within that space as well. While I can provide assistance with projects across the social sciences, I'm especially interested in research focused on global power dynamics and the transmission of culture through language, and my thesis project focused on issues around refugees and human rights. If you're working on a related project, please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions, or just to chat!

Niva Howard

I'm an MA graduate of the University of Chicago, having studied both cultural and linguistic anthropology. This provided me with the skillset to quickly proofread and produce academic writing across a wide range of disciplines within the social sciences. My familiarity with qualitative research methods means I can assist you with qualitative data coding and thematic analysis, along with interview transcription. I have proofread the academic article of a former professor prior to its submission to academic journals, and do not use AI at any stage of the proofreading process. I also have extensive experience with citation styles used within the social sciences and humanities, including Chicago Style/Turabian, the American Psychological Association (APA), Harvard, and the Modern Language Association (MLA). Consistent, clear communication and providing thorough, constructive feedback are my top priorities when working with people on their projects. Beyond this, I am certified through the CITI Program in Social and Behavioral Sciences IRB Human Subjects Protection, Group 2. HSP, Social / Behavioral Research Investigators and Key Personnel, and IPS for Researchers. My research proposal was successfully approved by the IRB during my graduate program, and I have experience in assisting others with preparing qualitative research proposals for IRB submission. I would be glad to provide you with advice within that space as well. While I can provide assistance with projects across the social sciences, I'm especially interested in research focused on global power dynamics and the transmission of culture through language, and my thesis project focused on issues around refugees and human rights. If you're working on a related project, please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions, or just to chat!

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I’m an MA graduate of the University of Chicago, having studied both cultural and linguistic anthropology. This provided me with the skillset to quickly proofread and produce academic writing across a wide range of disciplines within the social sciences. My familiarity with qualitative research methods means I can assist you with qualitative data coding and thematic analysis, along with interview transcription. I have proofread the academic article of a former professor prior to its submission to academic journals, and do not use AI at any stage of the proofreading process.

I also have extensive experience with citation styles used within the social sciences and humanities, including Chicago Style/Turabian, the American Psychological Association (APA), Harvard, and the Modern Language Association (MLA). Consistent, clear communication and providing thorough, constructive feedback are my top priorities when working with people on their projects.

Beyond this, I am certified through the CITI Program in Social and Behavioral Sciences IRB Human Subjects Protection, Group 2. HSP, Social / Behavioral Research Investigators and Key Personnel, and IPS for Researchers. My research proposal was successfully approved by the IRB during my graduate program, and I have experience in assisting others with preparing qualitative research proposals for IRB submission. I would be glad to provide you with advice within that space as well.

While I can provide assistance with projects across the social sciences, I’m especially interested in research focused on global power dynamics and the transmission of culture through language, and my thesis project focused on issues around refugees and human rights. If you’re working on a related project, please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions, or just to chat!

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Language

French
Intermediate

Work Experience

AI Trainer and Senior Reviewer at Outlier
September 1, 2024 - Present
Training AI models by creating model prompts and rubric criteria, determining their efficacy in responding to user input. Reviewing other trainers’ tasks to ensure they meet project standards, providing a final assessment before client submission, and giving feedback for trainer improvement.
Professional Fundraiser at Falcon Fundraising
July 31, 2019 - July 22, 2025
Raised $221,425 as one of the company's top fundraisers for nonprofits; including NPR, PBS, and the Detroit Institute of Arts.
Education Officer at Michigan State University Student Housing Cooperative
July 31, 2019 - July 22, 2025
Maintained the Bower House Constitution, incorporating ideas of current members and clarifying sections created under previous membership. Attended and facilitated biweekly Bower House meetings and Education Committee meetings, ensuring smooth house function and planning inter-house events. Completed Conflict Resolution and Bystander Intervention trainings. Did graphic design work and wrote articles for the Pine Press; a brochure for inter-house communication and event announcements.
Campus Organizer at Michigan Student Power Network
February 28, 2019 - July 22, 2025
Coordinated with other student organizations on campus to register students to vote and distribute information on political candidates and voting locations. Coordinated and facilitated campus meetings to create a presence on campus and get members’ input on current and future activities. Attended leadership trainings for event planning, membership outreach and follow-up, and anti-oppression.

Education

Master of Arts at University of Chicago
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Bachelor of Arts at University of Illinois at Chicago, Honor’s College
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Associate of Arts at Lansing Community College
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019

Qualifications

Human Research: Group 2. HSP, Social / Behavioral Research Investigators and Key Personnel, Basic Course
January 11, 2030 - July 22, 2025
Information Privacy & Security: IPS for Researchers, Basic Course
January 11, 2030 - July 22, 2025
Social and Behavioral Sciences IRB Human Subjects Protection Training Course
January 11, 2030 - July 22, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services