Jennifer Melbourne, PhD

Jennifer Melbourne, PhD has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. Jennifer is currently employed at Braeburn as a Medical Science Liaison since June 2023. Prior to this, from February 2019 to June 2023, they worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at The University of Texas at Austin. Their previous experience includes working as a Graduate Researcher at the University of Illinois at Chicago from August 2014 to December 2018, where they focused on studying molecular mechanisms of immune dysfunction in clinical populations with major psychiatric illness, resulting in 14 publications. During this time, Jennifer also presented their research at national and international meetings, including the Society for Neuroscience and The Lancet Neurology and Psychiatry Summit. Jennifer possesses strong skills in cellular/molecular laboratory techniques and data analysis. Before their graduate research position, they worked as a Research Technologist at the University of Illinois at Chicago from 2013 to 2014. Jennifer has also gained experience in the non-profit sector, having worked as an Operations Assistant at Citizens Advice Scotland from 2011 to 2012, and as an Administrator at Surrey Law Centre from 2009 to 2010.

Jennifer Melbourne, PhD has a strong educational background in neuroscience. Jennifer obtained their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Biomedical Sciences, with a focus on Neuroscience, from Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd, where they studied from 2006 to 2009. Jennifer then pursued a Master of Science (MS) degree in Mind and Cognition at the University of Edinburgh, completing their studies from 2010 to 2011. Jennifer furthered their academic journey at the University of Illinois Chicago, where they obtained their Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Neuroscience, specializing in their field of study. Jennifer dedicated four years, from 2014 to 2018, to complete their doctoral studies at the University of Illinois Chicago. Overall, Jennifer's education has provided their with a broad knowledge base in neuroscience, allowing their to contribute to the field through their research and expertise.