Research Development, Evaluation, and Strategy
The research ecosystem is more complex than ever and a combination of technical reasoning and institutional strategy is needed to develop and manage large-scale research. With a career straddling research and research management, I ensure researchers receive the support they need to carry out high-impact research, institutions have data and tools to inform strategic research development, and that we collectively create an equitable and socially-focused research ecosystem.
CONSULTING SERVICES
RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT
Big-ticket grants bring tremendous opportunities but are more complex and carry higher accountabilities, requiring specialized support.
RESEARCH EVALUATION
Evaluating research can identify strengths, give researchers visibility on the impact of their work, and allows us to refine policies and support programs.
RESEARCH
STRATEGY
Strategic Research Plans help funders and institutions define their work, focus support and policy efforts, and achieve the impact they desire.
CAREER AT A GLANCE
2024- Present
OurResearch
Vice President, Research Intelligence
I help organizations and governments around the world plan and achieve their research goals using completely open research information and tools.
2023 - Present
Demes Strategic Consulting
2020 - 2023
Principal
I provide strategic consulting services for universities, funders, and governments on research development, strategy, and assessment.
Elsevier Canada
Consultant, Research Intelligence
Served as a trusted advisor to 40+ institutions across Canada supporting the use of analytics in research strategy, development, and evaluation.
2018 - 2020
Simon Fraser University
Director, Institutional Strategic Awards
I provided leadership to a team of research development staff to create successful applications and manage post-award processes for large-scale research programs.
2016 - 2018
University of British Columbia
Senior Advisor, Strategic Initiatives
I worked with the VP and AVP Research to operationalize strategic priorities in UBC's research portfolio, including design and implementation of novel support programs.
2015 - 2016
Tula Foundation | Hakai Institute
Strategic Partnerships & Research Administration
I helped the philanthrophic organization transition from a model of funding Universities to creating a world-class research institute.
2013 - 2015
Simon Fraser University
Hakai Postdoctoral Fellow
My work on marine resource management assessed impacts of sea otter recovery, analyzed protection area efficacy, and identified tar sands research priorities for BC.
2009 - 2013
University of British Columbia
Ph. D. Zoology
I studied how physical forces from waves drive the evolution of seaweeds. Side projects investigated impacts of ferry wakes and the proposed Kinder Morgan expansion on BC's coastal ecosystems.
2007 - 2009
Moss Landing Marine Labs
M.Sc. Marine Science
My research investigated the impacts of climate change on reproductive strategies in kelp. While a student, I also served as Student Body President.