We are pleased to announce that Alexandra (Alex) Mannings will be joining CIERA as our new Board of Visitors Research Associate, beginning January 5.
Alex recently earned her PhD in Astronomy and Astrophysics from the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC), where she was advised by J. Xavier Prochaska and studied the local environments of Fast Radio Bursts. She brings extensive experience in both professional and teaching development, having served as a Graduate Student Instructor at UCSC and a Part-Time Instructor at West Valley College. In addition, Alex held several leadership roles within the astronomy graduate student community.
In her new role, Alex will contribute to a wide range of CIERA initiatives, including research administration and management, as well as research-driven education and outreach efforts. She will also engage with industry partners and members of the Board of Visitors, working closely with CIERA Director Vicky Kalogera and the broader CIERA team.
Please join us in welcoming Alex to CIERA!