Anna Praskova

Dr Anna PRASKOVA Mermaid Waters, QLD, 4218 linkedin.com/in/anna-praskova PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Seeking a professional freelance role through which I can utilise my eye for perfection and detail. My special strength is in my demonstrated ability to self-produce as well as assist others to produce high quality written work. With an extensive training in psychology and work experience in various academic, research, and career professional roles, I developed exceptional written and spoken communication skills. I write and speak two languages (English and Czech) and would also like to turn this skill into translation opportunities. EDUCATION 2011 – 2014Doctor of Philosophy (Psychology), Griffith University, Gold Coast Research thesis title: The development, validation, and application of a Career Calling Scale for Emerging Adults: Examining the role of career calling in career development Key achievements: Awarded without revision and received Chancellor’s Medal for PhD Excellence Invited by the course coordinator to meet and present to new PhD, Doctorate, and Masters’ students on how to do well in their studies Successfully published three research articles during candidature in top international peer-reviewed journals Received Publication Assistance Scholarship in recognition of timely completion of candidature and my ability to complete tasks (prepare and submit fourth publication) on time 2006 – 2010Bachelor of Psychology, Griffith University, Gold Coast Research thesis title: The role of career compromise in the relationship between core self-evaluation, career goal adjustment, career action behaviours and wellbeing of university students Key achievements: Awarded Griffith University Medal for Outstanding Academic Excellence Obtained Class I Honours and Grade Point Average at completion: 6.59 (out of 7) Showed commitment to learning and discipline by gaining Distinction or higher for all subjects and receiving Griffith University Awards for Academic Excellence four years in the row -) WORK EXPERIENCE 2016 – 2017Career Development Consultant, Unit Assessor & Lecturer, Career Development Service, Southern Cross University, Bilinga Worked successfully in professional, academic and research roles within Career Development Service (fixed term) Key achievements: Provided timely and up to date feedback on resume, cover letter, and selection criteria preparation, which is tailored and in line with what employers require Easily built rapport with prospective and current domestic and international students Empowered students to engage in their career development through professional, positive, and theory-based career development consultancy (one-on-one and group) and whole class workshops within SCU Collated, analysed, interpreted and written up quantitative and qualitative evaluation of a Mentoring Program (service report) Designed and reviewed surveys - now used to evaluate the Services Invited to become a Unit Assessor and Lecturer - Learning for Future Careers Taught effectively within blended learning environment (face-to-face and online using Blackboard Collaborate) with high level of international enrolments 2014 – 2016Principal Research Fellow, Metro North Mental Health (MNMH), RBWH, Herston Provided research leadership to MNMH, consisting of hospital, acute,community, and outreach services across large MNMH catchment area (fixed term) Key achievements: Continued to build research capacity across MNMH by identifying and mentoring interested clinicians to engage in research Oversaw progress and integrity of new and existing research and evaluation projects; provided assistance and advice as required Contributed to development of research articles, project proposals, grants and ethics applications Co-ordinated and proofread service research reports Proofread articles for publication Received a public recognition of my service by the MNMH Executive Director and the Chair MNMH Research Collaborative Committee (see extract below): “We write to express our thanks personally, and on behalf of the service, for your important contribution to research at MNMH during 2015. We very much appreciated your calm efficiency….Your research expertise and exceptional organisational skills ensured that research continued to flourish.” (a thank you letter published in MNMH Research Review 2015, p.6) 2011 – 2014Research Assistant, Griffith University, Gold Coast (casual position) Provided autonomous research assistance to Chief Investigators on various projects focussed on enhancing career development of and resources for, young people Key achievements: Project: Career Identity Development in Young People (2013 – 2014) Conducted comprehensive literature search and prepared drafts of research grant application (ARC Discovery) Developed high level of professional conduct, writing, collaboration, and communication in academic research community Project: Career Planning in Australian Medical Students (2012 – 2013) Researched and provided advise to Chief Investigators on theory-driven career planning tools and resources for medical students and junior doctors Planned, organised, and facilitated focus groups and individual phone interviews with medical students and junior doctors from across 11 Australian Universities Efficiently and accurately transcribed qualitative interviews Drafted and reviewed article for publication Project: Career and Life Planning for Young People In-Care -) Conducted comprehensive literature search to collate and analyse existing theory-driven career planning resources Developed written and internet based content for a new website and reviewed website and book version of career planning resources for young people in-care Took initiative to maintain and manage the website and respond to feedback Co-developed a survey to evaluate the effectiveness of career planning tools 2011 – 2013 Lecturer & Tutor, Griffith University, Gold Coast (fixed terms) Key teaching areas: Lecturer - Psychological Assessment (2013) – core 3rd year subject - delivered 7 lectures Tutor - Psychological Assessment (2011 – 2013) Tutor - Health Psychology (2011) – elective 1st year Health Science subject Lecturer - Career Across the Lifespan (2011) –elective 2nd year subject – delivered 2 lectures Key achievements: Developed skills in teaching and effective communication with students and collaboration with other administrative and academic staff Prepared and delivered lecture and tutorial material Developed skills in preparation and marking of assessments - provided high level of feedback to studens Became proficient in the administrative/technical running of courses (e.g., Learning & Griffith Blackboard, Mark Centre, Echo Centre) 2011Tutor, GUMURRII Student Support Unit, Griffith University, Gold Coast (fixed) Key achievements: Invited to join the GUMURRII Centre, a dedicated students support unit for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, to support students identified as ‘at risk’ of attrition Successfully connected with a student by effective communication and identifying strategies that motivated the student to learn – student successfully completed the university semester Developed cultural awareness and cultural competency VOLUNTARY EXPERIENCE 2014 – currentPeer Reviewer Acting as a Peer Reviewer for a number of international journals, such as the International Journal for Educational and Vocational Guidance; Journal of Career Development, Higher Education, and Journal of Social Work in Disability & Rehabilitation Completed six reviews Commended by an Editor for providing high level of constructive feedback 2013Supervisor, Griffith University, Gold Coast Invited by the academic staff to co-supervise an Honours/ Masters students completing research dissertation Assisted in clarifying students’ questions in regard to survey development, choice of appropriate analyses and writing up the dissertation for publication Proofread students’ work prior submission to the School/international journal 2008Peer Mentor, Griffith University, Gold Coast Assisted a group of first year students in settling into the university life Able to identify and assist in overcoming potential barriers to study Provided referrals to other professionals and services within the University PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 2016Big Data workshop (Griffith University) 2015Workshops on research ethics considerations and grant applications (MNHHS-RBWH) 2014Rasch modelling (RUMM2030) – intensive 2-day course (Griffith University) 2013ARC Discovery Grant Workshop; Lecture Capture Workshop (Griffith University); Structural Equation Modelling intensive 3-day course (all via Griffith University); Advanced statistical techniques for testing complex relationships and dealing with missing data (self-learned) 2012Basic and Advanced Research Survey Tool training (Griffith University) 2011Griffith Health sessional teaching staff workshop KEY SKILLS & ACHIVEMENTS Excellent written skills demonstrated through publications in top-rated career journals Strong communication skills developed through front-line interaction with clients, working with colleagues as part of a team, communicating and liaising with academic and administrative staff, healthcare professionals, and through coaching and teaching Ability to build rapport with people of all ages, and working effectively with people from other cultures (result of 19 years of work in the multidisciplinary health and academic environment) Strong quantitative and qualitative research methods skills demonstrated through my past studies and work as a researcher Proficient use of statistical and other software gained through the studies, work, and self-learning (e.g., Microsoft Office, SPSS, AMOS, ROMM2030) Fluent in English and Czech, understanding of most Slavic languages OTHER AWARDS & PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS 2016 – currentNAGCAS - Australia’s peak professional body for career development in the higher and tertiary education sectors - Professional membership 2015The Society for Vocational Psychology (APA div.) Graduate Student Research Award 2009 - currentAustralian Psychology Association – MAPS (full member) 2007Golden Key International Honours Society – lifelong member by invitation (top 15% achieving university students)