A Mixed Methods Researcher, Evaluator, and Strategist.
MY STORY
My name is Lorna Ivette López Cardona De Rivera, but you can call me Lorna 😉.
I am a Bay Area-based mixed methods researcher working to deeply understand stakeholder attitudes and behaviors.
Ensuring organizational strategy is appropriately targeted, on track, and culturally relevant is my specialty.
EXPERIENCE
2017 - Present
Director of Research
Building a more diverse computing workforce by directing the research strategy for a volunteer led international initiative.
2016 - 2021
Research Scientist II
I brought tailored insights and thought leadership to organizations seeking to improve usage of research computing resources.
2011 - 2016
Sr/Research Specialist
Spent five years designing and implementing evaluation plans for a 10 year $235 million National Science Foundation (NSF) project.
MENTIONS
Association of American Colleges & Universities WEBINAR V: Critical Dimensions for Success in Broadening Participation: Leveraging Resources
CEISMC Research Scientist, Lorna Rivera, Nominated to Serve as General Co-Chair at The PEARC22 Conference
Lorna Rivera: From zero computing experience to evaluating a national cyberinfrastructure initiative
SAMPLE WORK
Mixed Methods Case Study
I study the behaviors and motivations of XSEDE users participating in online and in-person training programs.
We tailor training content to user needs and continually achieve
significant increases in training participation through data-driven insights.
Skills: qualitative research, quantitative research, leadership, longitudinal study, surveys, data mining, databases, personas, task flows
Program Evaluation Case Study
I evaluate an international summer school that aims to diversify the
research computing workforce.
To reduce selection bias, I developed a new application and review process that immediately increased female participation by 30% and US Black and Latinx participation by 33%.
Skills: qualitative research, quantitative research, program evaluation, surveys, interviews, focus groups, field research, observations, ethnography
Organizational Strategy Case Study