My CV

Full-time PhD in Human-Computer Interaction - SFI D-real

Education

Full-time PhD in Human-Computer Interaction - SFI D-realTechnological University Dublin

Dublin, IrelandOctober 2022 - Present

Currently: Empowering older adults to engage with their own health data using multimodal feedback.

Currently exploring the accessibility and usability challenges facing older adults when using sensor devices and investigating new ways to convey physiological sensing data to engage them in improving their own health.

Interests

Human-Computer Interaction Digital Health Accessibility for older adults User engagement

Master of Science Advanced Computer Science (Distinction, First class Honours)Swansea University

Swansea, UKSeptember 2021 - November 2022

Verifying user interfaces with Spark Ada, a case study for the T35 syringe pump

Collaborated with peers on identifying relevant interactive systems problems, performed comparative solutions analysis for hand therapy, and developed an embodied prototype for non-assisted therapy, reducing the need for a carer.

Specialisms

Critical Systems Embedded Systems Human-Computer Interaction

Bachelor of Science in Computer ScienceEcole Superieure d’Infotronique d’Haiti

Port-au-Prince, HaitiSeptember 2012 - September 2016

Grade: 81.16%

Work Experience

Hourly-Paid Assistant Lecturer - Web Development

TU Dublin - School of Surveying and Construction Innovation – Dublin, IrelandFebruary 2023 - May 2025

Taught a 2-hour weekly web development course to second-year Construction and Surveying students.

  • Evolution of HTML and web technologies
  • Web Semantics
  • Web Design and Styling (Basic Colour Theory, CSS, Typography)
  • W3C validation
  • JavaScript and Interaction (animation, events)
  • Code management and principles (DRY Method, GIT, GitHub)
  • Server Deployment (cloud deployment with Vercel and Git)

Tutor Demonstrator

Technological University Dublin - School of Computer Science – Dublin, IrelandSeptember 2023 - Present

Conducted lab demonstrations, provided feedback and assessed students across several modules.

Hourly-Paid Assistant Lecturer - Computer Science Fundamentals

Technological University Dublin - School of Humanities – Dublin, IrelandMay 2025 - July 2025

Taught and designed course content on the International Foundation Programme, exposing students to the breadth of computer science as they transition towards their chosen degree.

Hourly-Paid Assistant Lecturer

Global Innovation Teams - School of Computer Science, TU Dublin – Dublin, IrelandApril 2025 - July 2025

Mentored two groups of students (10+) from different schools interning with an industry partner in their human-centred technology-driven solutions.

  • Supported projects on women's transportation safety in private transportation.
  • Supported interactive video content creation for kids with dyslexia through storytelling.
  • Helped students translate human-centred design into a manageable scrum timeline.

Research Intern

ACCESS2CS - Johannes Kepler University – RemoteApril 2025 - July 2025

Completed a research internship as part of the ACCESS2CS consortium.

  • Led a systematic literature review on accessible teaching methods in computer science, including search strategy, criteria definition, and inclusion review.
  • Collaborated with partners across the consortium to synthesise and report findings.

Front-end Developer

Global Voice Group – Madrid, Spain (Remote)January 2019 - September 2021

Worked with a team of front-end developers on government digital information compliance software to monitor and report mobile money fraudulent activities.

  • Conducted user research and matched user stories to tailor needs in challenging areas where connectivity and performance optimisation are critical.
  • Determined functional solutions that reduced development costs.
  • Translated prototypes into reusable Vue.js web features.
  • Trained new hires on daily operations to support team productivity.

Information Technology Coordinator

Haitian Education and Leadership Program – Port-au-Prince, HaitiJuly 2017 - September 2021

Managed IT operations for staff and students across Haiti and New York.

  • Oversaw activities of the IT unit serving 45+ staff and 104+ students in Haiti and New York offices.
  • Participated in the development of a student information system with CiviCRM integration in collaboration with Openflows, an open-source technology company.
  • Integrated core services to optimise scholar recruitment, student and staff management, and administrative process data.
  • Advised on online strategies to reach disadvantaged areas using database analytics, resulting in an online application prototype enabling rural applicants to apply for scholarships.
  • Built automated reports in the student information system to support research on HELP Education impact assessment in Haiti.

Certifications

American Express Leadership Academy

May 2019

Arizona State University • Arizona, United States

Completed the Executive Education program for world-class leaders and nonprofit managers to tackle challenging social problems hosted by Thunderbird School of Global Management.

Awards & Scholarships

ResearchIreland Full-time 4-year PhD Studentship

2022

SFI Centre for Research Training in Digitally-Enhanced Reality (d-real)

Awarded a fully-funded 4-year PhD scholarship (tuition fees plus annual stipend).

Chevening Scholar

2021

British Government (Chevening)

Recipient of the prestigious fully-funded Chevening Master’s scholarship (tuition fees plus living stipend).

HELP Scholar

2012

Haitian Education and Leadership Program

Recipient of a merit- and needs-based undergraduate scholarship awarded to academically excellent and community-engaged high school students.

Service & Engagement

Irish Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (IHFES)

Dublin, Ireland2023 - Present

Active student member, participated and presented at the annual IHFES 2023 conference.

CHAT – Community Hub for Accessible Technology

Dublin, Ireland2023 - Present

Volunteer at regular CHAT meetings, supporting organisers and attendees.

TU Dublin Christian Union Society

Dublin, IrelandSeptember 2024 - May 2025

International officer responsible for inclusive integration of international students in events across all campuses.

Google Hashcode Competition

Participated in the competition to gain exposure to industry challenges.

Skills

Languages

  • English (Fluent)
  • French (Fluent)
  • Créole (Native)
  • Spanish (Beginner)

Software

  • Microsoft Office Suite (Proficient)
  • LaTeX
  • Figma UI/UX (Intermediate)

Programming Languages

  • C
  • Java
  • PHP
  • JavaScript
  • Ada
  • Python

Web Technologies

  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript (Vue.js, Three.js)
  • PHP (Laravel, Drupal, CiviCRM)

Development Tools

  • Git (Repo Maintainer)
  • REST API
  • SOAP Web Services (JAX-WS)

Additional Skills

  • Data optimisation in Python
  • Verification in Spark Ada
  • Project Management (Jira, Slack, MantisBT)

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