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Betul Ay

Psychologist, Cognitive Neuroscience MSc & UX Researcher
Rome

Summary

Highly motivated Cognitive Neuroscience MSc student with a strong background in cognitive psychology and 2 years of extensive research experience. Passionate about understanding human behavior and utilizing data-driven insights to enhance user experiences.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Research Intern

Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Lab
10.2024 - Current


  • Attended meetings and presentations to learn project details.
  • Recruited and prepared participants for EEG recordings, collected behavioral and EEG data, and preprocessed EEG data using MATLAB.
  • Presented project findings in laboratory meetings and gained expertise in EEG data analysis.


UX Research Intern

DigiLab, User Experience Research Laboratory
04.2024 - 09.2024


  • Conducted Eye-Tracking & VR studies to analyze user interaction with prototypes and inform design improvements.
  • Participated in regular meetings with project stakeholders for clear communication of progress updates and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Utilized tools such as Figma, Qualtrics, and SurveyMonkey for usability testing and surveys.

Student Researcher

AgliotiLAB Social and Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory
09.2023 - 07.2024


  • Developed strong analytical skills through hands-on experience with various statistical software tools and platforms.
  • Collaborated with fellow researchers, fostering a productive team environment that accelerated project completion.
  • Conducted literature reviews to stay informed on current trends and developments in the field, bolstering research relevance.
  • Utilized psychophysiological tools including Thermal Imaging, Face Reader 9, EDA, ECG, and analyzed.

Research Intern

Koc University KURAM Lab, Psychology Department
01.2022 - 05.2022


  • Assisted in development of research proposals, contributing to acquisition of grant funding.
  • Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
  • Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments on human behavior & memory.

Intern Psychologist

Okmeydani Training and Research Hospital
12.2019 - 02.2020


  • Worked with clients living with mental and developmental delays and employed successful strategies aimed at addressing symptoms and improving quality of life.
  • Led psychoeducational classes, workshops and seminars.
  • Conducted cognitive and neuropsychological assessments.

Growth Marketing Intern

CampaignUp London, NeHaberUK
06.2019 - 12.2019


  • Increased brand awareness with the creation of compelling visual materials for email marketing, blog posts, and advertisements.
  • Supported lead generation efforts by assisting in the planning and execution of webinars, workshops, and other events.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with overall business objectives and brand messaging.

Neuropsychology Intern

Istanbul CAPA Medical Faculty Neuropsychology Laboratory
05.2018 - 06.2019

• Assisted in neuropsychological research and cognitive testing.

Education

Master of Science - Cognitive Neuroscience

Sapienza University of Rome
Rome, Italy
04.2001 - 2025.03

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Istanbul Medipol University
Istanbul, Turkey
04.2001 -

Skills

Technical Skills

  • Eye-tracking for user behavior analysis
  • Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods
  • Usability Testing and Prototyping
  • Figma for wireframing
  • Survey Tools (Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey)
  • Statistical Analysis Tools (R, SPSS)
  • Neurophysiological Research (EEG, tACS, EDA, ECG, Thermal Imaging, Face Reader 9)

Soft Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Team Collaboration
  • Cultural Competence
  • Problem-Solving
  • Scientific Writing
  • Presentation Preparation

Professional Experience Trainings

Instructor, User Experience Research (UXR) Course for Cognitive Scientists, CogIst, 09/24 - 10/24

Certification

Crash Course on Python - Google

Awards & Scholarships

  • LazioDisco Scholarship, Merit-based scholarship for the students studying in Roma
  • Merit scholarship, Medipol University Undergraduate Merit Scholarship

Timeline

Research Intern

Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Lab
10.2024 - Current

UX Research Intern

DigiLab, User Experience Research Laboratory
04.2024 - 09.2024

Student Researcher

AgliotiLAB Social and Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory
09.2023 - 07.2024

Research Intern

Koc University KURAM Lab, Psychology Department
01.2022 - 05.2022

Intern Psychologist

Okmeydani Training and Research Hospital
12.2019 - 02.2020

Growth Marketing Intern

CampaignUp London, NeHaberUK
06.2019 - 12.2019

Neuropsychology Intern

Istanbul CAPA Medical Faculty Neuropsychology Laboratory
05.2018 - 06.2019

Master of Science - Cognitive Neuroscience

Sapienza University of Rome
04.2001 - 2025.03

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Istanbul Medipol University
04.2001 -

Crash Course on Python - Google

Data Analysis with R Programming – Google

Conduct UX Research and Test Early Concepts – Google

Betul AyPsychologist, Cognitive Neuroscience MSc & UX Researcher