Patricia Calora

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What I can offer

I am a junior research associate with professional experience in content writing and editing, research and development, project management, project monitoring and evaluation, data management and analysis, event coordination, social media management, graphic design, and communication with government and non-government agencies in various sectors. I am also a science communicator who studies how people engage with science and technology.

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University of the Philippines

Intelligent Systems Center

Junior Research Associate, February 2024-Present Science Communication and Research**

Communicate complex scientific information effectively to general audiences through various content materials, including press releases and public engagement activities.
Increase public access and awareness of scientific fields by conceptualizing and creating educational content and organizing outreach initiatives.
Develop and maintain databases, dashboards, and automation projects for research projects, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
Prepare detailed research reports, literature reviews, and presentations in data science, artificial intelligence, and complexity science to effectively communicate research findings.
Organize training sessions and seminars in data science, artificial intelligence, and complexity science, inviting experts from diverse fields to foster interdisciplinary collaboration.
Conduct research on advancements in data science, artificial intelligence, and complexity science, integrating new knowledge into the center’s activities.
Communicate research findings clearly through written reports and verbal presentations tailored to different audiences.
Demonstrate proficiency in a wide range of software applications and hardware systems essential for data analysis, database management, and research operations.
Organized and coordinated end-to-end webinar operations, including speaker engagement, program flow, publicity, registration, live hosting, post-event evaluation, and certificate distribution for academic and research-focused audiences.
Develop and manage apps for the submission, evaluation, and review process of research grants.

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University of the Philippines Open University

Faculty of Information and Communication Studies

Junior Research Associate, July 2019 - June 2022 Academic Program Improvement Project (Graduate Courses in Data Science, Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies, Associate of Science in Information Technology, Associate of Arts in Digital Design)**

Implemented activities planned under the academic program improvement (API) project, which includes among others the enhancement of courses, the conduct of research, and the planning and execution of academic workshops and events for the Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies, Associate of Science in Information Technology, Associate of Arts in Digital Design, and proposed Graduate Courses in Data Science programs.
Conducted benchmarking studies as part of the Technical Working Groups (TWGs) for the development of the Data Science Graduate Programs and Associates programs
Assisted in data collection, organization, and documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with research protocols, resulting in streamlined data analysis processes
Contributed to the design and implementation of surveys and experiments, playing a key role in data acquisition and analysis
Co-authored research reports, papers, and presentations, showcasing effective communication of complex ideas to both peers and non-experts
Collaborated with faculty members to conduct comprehensive literature reviews, contributing to the development of research methodologies and project frameworks
Actively participated in research meetings, seminars, and workshops, facilitating knowledge exchange and enhancing project outcomes.
Set up and managed the CX system for student support, developing knowledgebase articles and other resources to address inquiries and foster a supportive learning environment
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and research software, leveraging technology to enhance research efficiency and data analysis accuracy
Exhibited strong attention to detail and organizational skills, effectively juggling multiple responsibilities and meeting project deadlines

Overall Event Coordinator, August 2020 - November 2020 FICS Masterclass Lecture Series

Coordinated with thought leaders, resource speakers, and target audiences in order to establish the requirements for an event throughout the planning process
Developed event collaterals, including but not limited to promotional materials, invitation letters, PowerPoint presentations, etc.
Troubleshooted any issues that arose during the event
Wrote and edited event monitoring and evaluation reports
Produced news and feature articles

Marker/Tutor, August 2020 - November 2020 MOOC on Towards Quality Higher Education Through Internationalization and Technology-Enhanced Teaching and Learning Strategies

Reviewed and graded students’ work for the UPOU-CHED MOOC, “Towards Quality Higher Education Through Internationalization and Technology-Enhanced Teaching and Learning Strategies”

Project Assistant, July 2017 - June 2019

Academic Program Improvement Project (Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies)

Assisted in the course development/enhancement for the Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies as a result of the program review
Collaborated with faculty members to conduct comprehensive literature reviews, contributing to the development of research methodologies and project frameworks
Assisted in data collection, organization, and documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with research protocols, resulting in streamlined data analysis processes
Contributed to the design and implementation of surveys and experiments, playing a key role in data acquisition and analysis.
Co-authored research reports, papers, and presentations, showcasing effective communication of complex ideas to both peers and non-experts </aside>

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Australian AI company

Editing Team Lead (Business, Finance, and Technology Topic Team) March 2023 - Present

Collaborate closely with cross-functional remote teams, including operations, training, and editing, to ensure that technical documentation and briefs are precise and up-to-date.
Monitor and manage a remote team of Junior Editors, Senior Editors, and Qas from different countries under the Business, Finance, and Tech topic team to ensure outputs adhere to the team’s editing style guide and meet the requirements of both internal and external quality metrics.
Evaluate gaps in editor workflows and capabilities to provide tailored coaching/feedback.
Provide operations management with weekly recommendations on editor schedules and assignments based on previous performance and shift availability to address potential issues and ensure on-time delivery of outputs.
Track progress on assignments to ensure they are completed on time, in line with internal and external requirements.
Identify and troubleshoot process inefficiencies and recommend/implement process improvements or innovations.
Develop and update protocol documents such as the official editing style guide, team wiki, niche- specific info packets, walk-through documents, performance metrics, etc. in coordination with Operations Management and Editor Training teams.

Quality Process Lead May 2022 - March 2023

Oversaw professional and operational quality of a cross-functional team of junior editors and senior editors, including conducting audit cross-checks, providing coaching, establishing feedback mechanisms, and implementing performance enhancement strategies.
Developed and implemented key performance metrics for junior editors and senior editors.
Tracked, analyzed, and reported on remote employee performance.
Developed and maintained technical documentation, such as standard operating procedures, work instructions, onboarding documents, process manuals, and editing style guide.
Supervised process documentation projects, including developing plans for team resources, managing timelines, and identifying gaps.
Collaborated closely with cross-functional remote teams, including operations, training, and editing, to ensure that technical documentation is precise and up-to-date.
Directed/guided senior editors across different countries on process-related issues and other relevant items on quality
Identified opportunities for enhancing current processes, created new processes, and documented them in compliance with established guidelines
Developed a Notion.so-based KPI monitoring and feedback system with individual performance dashboards for senior editors

Course Writer and Instructional Designer August 2022 - September 2022

Initiated training needs analysis on trainee editors, junior editors, and senior editors and tailored learning materials accordingly
Developed the first phase of training courses for junior editors, senior editors, and subject matter experts
Created training materials and conducted training sessions to educate editors about technical processes and procedures </aside>

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