Jack Simons












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            Jack Simons, Ph.D.

            Tenured Associate Professor at Mercy University, Dobbs Ferry & Bronx, NY; also connected w
            University, Faculty of Education


            Expertise and focus:                   Known for his work on LGBT topics in schools,
                                                   identity behavior theory, and advocacy, Dr. Jack

                                                   Simons’ scholarship explores the interplay between
                                                   identity and behavior that characterizes well-being
                                                   and competence. He currently directs the Advancing

                                                   STEM Achievement Project and the Transgender
                                                   Resilience Project. His research has informed
                                                   many fields including vocational psychology,

                                                   environmental studies, business, human development,
                                                   and, most recently, sports psychology.

            Form of mentoring meetings:            Either way, online or offline

            Has an experience in:                  Academic career
                                                   Career in the private sector

                                                   Career in the public sector
                                                   Career in the non-profit sector
                                                   Starting my own company, startup

                                                   Link to CV [ URL "https://www.linkedin.com/in/
                                                   jackdsimons/"] , CV [ URL "UKEN-2615-version1-

                                                   simons_cv.pdf"]


            Previous mentoring experience:         As a mentor - I mentor other colleagues at my home
                                                   academic institution in New York. I have also mento

                                                   LGBT youth, as well as foster care youth when I was
                                                   pursuing my Master's degree.

            Motivation:                            I enjoy helping my peers and students succeed.
                                                   Academia moves fast and entails lots of pressure

                                                   to meet the demands of the position while also
                                                   maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

            Career guidance topics you can discuss •iCreating a career plan, strategy
            mentor:                                • Identifying and utilizing one's skill set

                                                   • Asking essential life questions
                                                   • Navigating the job market, employment
                                                     opportunities


            Research related experience the mentor •sPreparation of scientific publications - how to d
            share with the mentee:                   it correctly, efficiently, and with quality

                                                   • Grant writing process, grant application
                                                     consultation
                                                   • Networking - introducing people in the field

                                                   • Participating in events together with a mentee
                                                     (conferences, symposia, fairs, etc.)
                                                   • Utilizing the potential of international

                                                     internships, conferences, etc.
                                                   • Path to an academic position abroad
                                                   • Starting a company

                                                   • Consultation on preparation for a job interview
                                                   • Management of science and research in an academic
                                                     institution



            Open to discuss topics related to familYesnd work–
            life balance:

            Language:                              English