Vivian Nguyen

Researcher | DU Alumni

United States

About

I strive to foster intellectual curiosity and to promote equity and representation in my field of study.

Experience

  • University of Denver (2 yrs 9 mos)
    • Research Assistant
      Nov 2024 - Present · 1 yr 8 mos

      Traumatic Stress Studies Lab • Co-authored a scoping review examining intervention effectiveness for adult female sex trafficking survivors, managing the complete research cycle • Systematically reviewed literature on human trafficking, traumatic brain injury, child abuse, and intimate partner violence, extracting key findings to inform research design • Reviewed and cleaned sensitive audio and transcripts from sexual assault victims to ensure accurate analysis • Contributed to survey development on adolescent firearm charges to inform behavioral management strategies and services in Colorado courts

    • Research Assistant
      Oct 2023 - Sep 2025 · 2 yrs

      Biology, Environments, and Moods Studies Lab • Managed recruitment of 200+ participants and conducted two-hour clinical interviews, coding for dyadic empathy, bonding behaviors, and communication patterns • Collected and cataloged biometric, demographic, and medication data

  • Caregiver at Private Company
    Jun 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 1 mo

    · Assisted with daily living activities for an older adult with advanced Parkinson’s disease

  • University of Denver Undergraduate Research Journal (1 yr 10 mos)
    • Senior Editor
      Sep 2024 - Jun 2026 · 1 yr 10 mos

      DU Undergraduate Research Journal (DUURJ) · Managed a small group of associate editors, facilitating their professional development and training · Served as the primary point of contact between authors and editors during the peer-review process · Coded approved works in LaTeX for publication

    • Associate Editor
      Sep 2024 - May 2025 · 9 mos

      DU Undergraduate Research Journal (DUURJ) · Edited submissions under the supervision of senior staff · Assisted in coding approved manuscripts in Overleaf

  • Director of Volunteers at RescueMinds Medical Learning
    Aug 2024 - Jul 2025 · 1 yr

    · Coordinated health initiatives on opioid harm reduction, the neurobiology of addiction, and naloxone use across Colorado high schools · Managed recruitment and onboarding processes for volunteers, acting as the primary coordinator for any onboarding processes