I am Ebra Elsharnouby, a passionate social science researcher. I like formulating the right questions and finding creative methods to investigate them. Opportunities for collaboration and growing with my team members excite me.

My Geographical Journey

I was born and raised in Turkey. Starting from the West, we had moved all around Turkey and lived in many cities as a family. My journey in Turkey ended in Istanbul for my college and higher education. Istanbul offered many opportunities to volunteer, do internships, and work as a researcher and project manager. I got the opportunity to start my doctoral degree at Clark University in Worcester, MA and steered into the United States to expand my horizon. Since falling in love with its beauty and generous community, I have been residing in the city of Providence, Rhode Island with my husband. You can spot me eating baklava at Aleppo’s Sweet, cycling through Blackstone Boulevard, and climbing at Rock Spot Climbing gym.

A map showing the cities that I lived in Turkey throughout my life.

A map showing the states and cities that I lived in USA.

<aside> 📌 Fact: Moving into a new place, learning a new language, and adapting to a new culture improve cognitive flexibility, empathy, and a global mindset. It tells a lot about me!

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My Educational Journey

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My Professional Journey

Doctoral Researcher

Clark University, MA

• Streamlined research processes to meet tight deadlines and small budgets for multiple projects.
• Designed and executed qualitative and quantitative studies.
• Utilized observation, interview, and survey research methods.
• Utilized multiple analytical software including R, SPSS, NVivo, and Microsoft Excel.
• Managed to conduct studies with small budgets.

Visiting Faculty

Mercyhurts University, PA

College of the Holy Cross, MA

• Used a variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate the learning process.
• Evaluated and revised lesson plans to achieve learning goals.
• Assessed student learning and gave constructive criticism.

Game Designer & Content Creator

MONERA Publishing, Turkey

• Designed a board game for children to promote attention skills and teach basic coding.
• Conducted market research to discover and define the product.
• Collaborated with software engineers, writers, and product designers and developed effective communicative skills.
• Conducted usability tests; observed children's game behavior and interviewed children to learn about their motivation and interest.

Research Assistant

Clark University, MA

• Provided comprehensive research assistance and support when designing and executing experiments on children's learning in the lab environment.
• Created lab protocols and managed the workflow through multiple studies.
• Trained and supervised undergraduate students on lab protocols and data collection.

Project Manager

POEM Education and Consultation Center, Turkey

• Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
• Applied for grants to get financial support.
• Worked with various stakeholders including government workers, media companies, schools, and NGOs.

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