Crystal Bailey

Crystal Bailey has extensive work experience in the field of physics and career development. Crystal has been with the American Physical Society (APS Physics) since 2009, where they have held various roles including Careers Program Manager and Head of Career Programs. In these positions, they have been responsible for developing and managing programs related to careers and professional development for physicists at all career stages, with a focus on students and early career physicists. Crystal has also provided strategic guidance on APS' portfolio of career-related initiatives and worked on integrating workforce relevant skills into physics education.

Prior to their work at APS Physics, Crystal Bailey worked at Indiana University where they served as a Graduate Researcher and conducted measurements and analysis in the field of physics. Crystal also worked as an Instructor in the Physics Department, teaching laboratory courses and specialized courses for elementary education majors. Additionally, they worked as an Instructor in the Mathematics Department, teaching courses for elementary teachers and incorporating inquiry-based learning techniques into their lessons.

Overall, Crystal Bailey's work experience showcases their expertise in physics, career development, and education.

Crystal Bailey obtained their high school degree from Arkansas School for Mathematics and Sciences during the years 1993 to 1995. Crystal then pursued their undergraduate studies in Physics at the University of Arkansas from 1995 to 1999, earning a Bachelor's degree. Crystal furthered their education at Indiana University Bloomington between 1999 and 2009, where they obtained both their Master's and Ph.D. degrees in Nuclear Physics.