Mary Ellen Donnelly
About Mary Ellen Donnelly
Mary Ellen Donnelly is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, with a background in Physics and Condensed Matter Physics from The University of Edinburgh, where she also held various assistant roles over a span of five years.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Mary Ellen Donnelly has been serving as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2019. In this role, she engages in advanced research projects, contributing to the laboratory's mission of addressing complex scientific challenges. Her work involves collaboration with other researchers and the application of her expertise in physics to various scientific inquiries.
Previous Experience at The University of Edinburgh
Prior to her current position, Mary Ellen Donnelly held multiple roles at The University of Edinburgh from 2012 to 2017. She worked as a Teaching Assistant for five years, where she supported the educational development of students in physics. Additionally, she served as a Sci-Fun Assistant for four years, promoting science engagement through interactive activities. In 2011, she briefly worked as a Media Library Archiver.
Education and Expertise in Physics
Mary Ellen Donnelly completed her Master of Physics with Honours at The University of Edinburgh from 2007 to 2012. She furthered her education by obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Condensed Matter Physics from the same institution, which she completed in 2017. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her research work in the field of physics.
Early Work Experience
Before her academic career, Mary Ellen Donnelly gained early work experience at Camps Airy & Louise in 2010, where she worked in housekeeping for two months. This role contributed to her development of organizational and teamwork skills.