Kelly Leyden

Kelly Leyden has a diverse range of work experience in the field of neuroimaging and cognitive psychology. Kelly started their career as a Courier at EnviroMatrix Analytical Inc. from May 2008 to June 2011. During this time, they were responsible for receiving and delivering environmental samples and organizing hazardous materials.

In June 2009, Kelly joined the Brain Development Imaging Laboratory (BDIL) as a Research Assistant, where they analyzed fMRI and fcMRI data of typically developing children and children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Kelly utilized software such as Analysis of Functional NeuroImages (AFNI), SPSS, Excel, and FreeSurfer for their analyses. Kelly also contributed to multiple peer-reviewed publications and scientific conference presentations during their time at BDIL until June 2011.

In September 2011, Kelly worked as an MRes Student in Cognitive Neuropsychology and Rehabilitation at the University of Birmingham. There, they conducted research in the Infant and Child laboratory, focusing on adapting an existing adult cognitive screen into a child assessment for typically developing and developmentally delayed children. Kelly managed participant databases, conducted subject interviews, and was involved in recruiting typically developing and ASD participants.

From April 2013 to April 2016, Kelly joined UC San Diego as a Neuroimaging Staff Research Associate. Kelly'swork involved working with patients with Epilepsy and Brain Tumors, such as glioblastoma multiforme. Kelly was MRI Operator and Safety trained at UCSD Keck Center for fMRI and had extensive experience in neuroimaging processing, editing, and viewing software. Kelly performed neuropsychological assessments, data analysis, and database management. Additionally, they contributed to manuscript preparation, grant writing, and recruitment of clinical populations.

In 2016, Kelly joined CorTechs Labs as a Neuroanatomy Imaging Specialist until January 2018. During their time there, they specialized in neuroanatomy imaging and was involved in MRI insights and product management. In January 2018, they transitioned to the role of Product Manager until February 2019, primarily focusing on product development and management.

Most recently, Kelly worked at Octave Bioscience starting in February 2019 as a Senior Product Lead - MRI Insights. The details of their responsibilities and duration in this role are not provided in the information given.

Kelly Leyden obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from San Diego State University, where they studied from 2006 to 2010. After completing their undergraduate degree, they pursued further education at the University of Birmingham from 2011 to 2012, where they obtained a Master of Research degree in Cognitive Neuropsychology and Rehabilitation. Additionally, they obtained a certification as a Level III Pragmatic Marketing Certified from Pragmatic Marketing in February 2018.