Lea Frank

Lea Frank is a data scientist at the Los Angeles Times since January 2023, with a concurrent role as a Data Science Mentor in Education at Posit PBC, where efforts include empowering analysts to learn R and fostering a community of learners. Previously, Lea was a PhD graduate student at the University of Oregon from September 2016 to June 2022, contributing to memory theories through extensive research, including spearheading multiple projects, authoring award-winning papers, and mentoring researchers. Lea also served as a lab instructor and teaching assistant, conveying statistical concepts to students, and gained experience as a research assistant at the Kessler Foundation, where collaboration led to the development of standardized research protocols and advanced data management systems. Educational qualifications include a Doctor of Philosophy in Cognitive Neuroscience/Psychology and an Individualized Master's Program in Psychology from the University of Oregon, along with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Marist College.