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Janessa Porter has extensive experience in research and academia. Janessa currently works as a Research Program Manager at CHEO Research Institute since May 2023. Prior to this role, they were a Research Coordinator at the same organization from June 2019 to May 2023.

Before joining CHEO Research Institute, Janessa worked as a Research Assistant at Bruyère from October 2017 to May 2019. Janessa also had roles at Carleton University, serving as a Research Assistant from September 2014 to May 2017, and as a Teaching Assistant from September 2014 to December 2016.

In addition, Janessa gained experience as a Research Assistant at The Campfire Project for a brief period of time in September to December 2015. Janessa also worked at the University of Waterloo as a Lab Manager from August 2013 to April 2014, and as a Psychology Research Assistant from May 2013 to April 2014.

Furthermore, Janessa had roles at Wilfrid Laurier University as a Headstart Ambassador from May to August 2012, and as a Social Psychology Research Assistant from October 2011 to April 2012.

Throughout their career, Janessa has developed a diverse skill set in research coordination, program management, and various research methodologies.

Janessa Porter has a strong educational background in psychology. Janessa obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Psychology with a specialization in research from Wilfrid Laurier University. Their academic journey at Wilfrid Laurier University lasted from 2009 to 2013.

Janessa then pursued further education at Carleton University, where they completed their Master of Arts (MA) degree in Personality and Social Psychology. Janessa attended Carleton University from 2014 to 2017.

In addition to their formal education, Janessa Porter has also obtained several certifications. Janessa received the Social Media Advanced certification from Camp Tech Inc in July 2016. In November 2012, Janessa completed the safeTALK (Suicide Alertness) training provided by LivingWorks. Janessa also obtained the TCPS 2: Core Training Certificate from SSHRC-CRSH in September 2012. Most recently, in August 2021, Janessa completed The Biomedical Research Ethics Tutorial through the CITI Program.