Samyukta Ajay

MSc Health Psychology student @ the UCL Institute of Epidemiology and Health Care | BSc Social Sciences graduate (First Class Honours)

United Kingdom

About

I am a Social Sciences graduate from UCL with a keen interest in psychology and social policy, particularly at the intersection of physical and mental health. My current postgraduate research focuses on identifying barriers to cancer screening and diagnosis for individuals with neurological and learning disabilities, as well as mental health conditions. I am currently completing a BPS stage 1-accredited program, MSc Health Psychology, at the UCL Institute of Epidemiology and Health Care.

Experience

  • Cervical Screening & FGM Research Placement at North Central London Cancer Alliance
    Apr 2026 - Present · 3 mos

    Working to address barriers to cervical cancer screening and gynaecological care for women affected by FGM, applying trauma-informed and culturally competent approaches to improve engagement, reduce inequalities, and support early diagnosis.

  • Psychology for Societal Change Research Lab at UCL
    Sep 2025 - Present · 10 mos

    Co-authoring qualitative social psychology research on female Afghan refugees with Dr Jessica Rea from the Social Research Institute. Our research lab has officially partnered with the Political Curiosity Lab at LSE and the PIPES lab at NYU Abu Dhabi.

  • Project Leader - Impact Initiative at Students'​ Union UCL
    Jul 2024 - Present · 2 yrs

    Project Leader of UCL's Impact Initiative. We work with Afghan refugee women in Camden using trauma-informed approaches, teaching them conversational English and equipping them for education and employment opportunities to support their integration.

  • Human Resources Intern, Talent Development at Publicis Groupe Singapore
    Jun 2025 - Present · 1 yr 1 mo

    Data Analysis: Analysed and presented employee engagement survey data across regional markets to inform business unit leaders’ strategisation. Helped facilitate focus group discussions with junior and senior Media employees. Research and content creation: Conducted research on generational workplace trends and behaviours to inform leadership workshops. Assisted in content creation for internal company events and supported employer branding, including representing Publicis Groupe at PinkFest Career Fair. Employee engagement and event management: Supported several employee engagement initiatives and assisted the Talent Development team in executing a company-wide Learning Day involving workshops, talks, and panels from senior leaders and external experts.

  • UCL Malayali Society (2 yrs 10 mos)
    • Vice President
      Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos

    • Co-Vice President
      Sep 2023 - Sep 2024 · 1 yr 1 mo

    • First Year Representative
      Sep 2023 - Sep 2024 · 1 yr 1 mo