Dr. Hajer Albalawi
Riyadh
Summary
Dynamic and accomplished professional with extensive experience in corporate communications, media strategy, and digital transformation. Recognized for leading cross-functional teams, conducting in-depth research, and delivering data-driven insights to drive organizational success. Skilled in managing internal and external communications, crafting strategic narratives, and leveraging digital tools to enhance engagement and operational efficiency. Brings a strong academic background in digital media, ethical technology, and AI applications, with a proven ability to foster innovation and effective communication in diverse environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Research and Studies Director
Asas Digital Analysis and Monitoring Company
Riyadh
08.2024 - Current
- Conduct in-depth qualitative and quantitative research for various governmental and private sector projects
- Prepare comprehensive reports and studies aligned with scientific research standards
- Provide strategic insights and recommendations based on data analysis to support decision-making processes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality digital monitoring solutions
Postdoctoral Scholar
University of Central Florida
Orlando
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Led the internal communication efforts for a National Science Foundation (NSF)-funded project, focusing on analyzing codes of ethics across multiple disciplines
- Developed workshops on data scraping, visualization, and automating research tasks for PhD students, ensuring effective communication and engagement through clear narratives and hands-on learning
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication across the project, managing content development and adapting platforms to meet project needs
- Created detailed reports and presentations, leveraging data analysis to support project findings and engage academic and corporate audiences
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Central Florida
Orlando
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Taught undergraduate courses in Introduction to Digital Media and Evolution of Video Games, focusing on content development and effective digital communication strategies
- Developed and adapted course materials for students, enhancing engagement through digital platforms and multimedia resources
- Assisted in the development of digital media content for the university’s academic platforms, improving the flow of internal communications for student engagement
English Teacher
Ashwaq Middle and High School
Tabuk
01.2006 - 05.2009
- Created lesson plans, materials, and audio/visual resources that aligned with the school's curriculum to enhance student engagement and comprehension
- Managed internal communications between staff, students, and parents, facilitating smooth information flow and maintaining regular progress reports
Education
PhD - Texts and Technology, specialized in digital media
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL, USA08.2023
Master of Arts - English
Gannon University
Erie, PA, USA01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Tabuk
Tabuk, Saudi Arabia01.2004
Skills
- Corporate Communications Strategy
- Media Relations & Public Engagement
- Digital Transformation & Innovation
- Data Analysis & Visualization
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Ethical Technology and AI Applications
- Bilingual: English & Arabic
Workshops and Certifications
- Data Management: Perils of Fabrication, Falsification, and Confidentiality.
- Ethical Decisions in Graduate School.
- Doing the Right Thing About Research Misconduct.
- The Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) - Responsible Conduct of Research Training.
- Human Subject Research Group 2- Social/ Behavioral Research Investigators and Key Personnel- Basic Course.
- Graduate Teaching Assistant Training 2021-2022.
- ADL5000, a faculty development course, at the University of Central Florida.
- International Computer Driving License (ICDL) a computer literacy certification program provided by ECDL Foundation. It includes all Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel, Power Points.
Research Publications
- Human-Technology Interaction: The Cognitive Hack in Automatic Speech Recognition Devices., Springer, Advances in Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems (LNNS) Series, 2021, Peer Reviewed
- Cryptology, Steganography and Propaganda: The Exclusion and Inclusion Roles of Language in Human Communication., Humanities and Social Sciences Review, 9, 2019, Peer reviewed
Technology Skills
- Programming Languages: Python (Data Management, Analysis with pandas), JavaScript.
- Topic Modeling (Gensim, scikit-learn).
- Digital Media & Social Media Analysis.
- Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
- Bilingual: English & Arabic.
Research
- Evaluating the Public Health of Ethics Education: A Comparative Analysis of Where Ethics is Taught at Florida Peer Universities Over a Decade., 2024, 33rd Annual APPE International Conference, Cincinnati, OH
- Human-Technology Interaction: The Cognitive Hack in Automatic Speech Recognition Devices., 2021, HIET 2021 Conference Proceedings, Paris, France
- Cybersecurity: The Problematic of Constructing an Interdisciplinary Methodology to Theorize and Analyze the Emerging Discipline in the Digital Domain., Student Scholar Symposium at the University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, 2021
- Cryptology, Steganography and Propaganda: The Exclusion and Inclusion Roles of Language in Human Communication., 05/28/19, International Journal of Arts and Sciences Conference, Boston, MA
Languages
Arabic
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Research and Studies Director
Asas Digital Analysis and Monitoring Company
08.2024 - Current
Postdoctoral Scholar
University of Central Florida
09.2023 - 09.2024
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Central Florida
08.2021 - 05.2023
English Teacher
Ashwaq Middle and High School
01.2006 - 05.2009
PhD - Texts and Technology, specialized in digital media
University of Central Florida
Master of Arts - English
Gannon University
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Tabuk
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