Kim F.
About Kim F.
Kim F. is an Instructional Designer with a DPhil in General Linguistics from the University of Oxford. Currently working at SoSafe Cyber Security Awareness in Germany, Kim advocates for mental health awareness and accessible education through psycholinguistics expertise.
Work at SoSafe
Kim F. has been employed as an Instructional Designer at SoSafe Cyber Security Awareness since 2021. In this role, Kim focuses on developing training programs aimed at enhancing employees' ability to detect social engineering attacks. This position leverages Kim's expertise in psycholinguistics and behavioral science to create effective learning experiences. Kim is involved in designing Smart Attack Simulations, which are integral to the training curriculum.
Education and Expertise
Kim F. holds a DPhil in General Linguistics from the University of Oxford, completed from 2017 to 2020. Prior to this, Kim achieved a Master’s Degree in Linguistics from the same institution, studying from 2015 to 2017. Kim also earned a Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Universität Hamburg between 2010 and 2014. Additionally, Kim studied at Universidade Federal de São Carlos and Temple University, focusing on Linguistics and Philosophy. This extensive educational background supports Kim's expertise in experimental design, data collection, and psycholinguistics.
Background
Kim F. has a diverse academic and professional background in linguistics and education. Kim's journey includes studying at multiple prestigious institutions, including the University of Oxford and Universität Hamburg. Kim's role as Assistant Dean at St Hugh's College involved managing a team of Junior Deans, which helped develop strong interpersonal and organizational skills. This experience complements Kim's current focus on instructional design and training in the field of cyber security.
Advocacy for Mental Health and Accessible Education
Kim F. actively advocates for mental health awareness and accessible education. Utilizing expertise in psycholinguistics, Kim emphasizes the importance of understanding psychological insights to improve educational practices. This advocacy aligns with Kim's professional work, where enhancing training effectiveness is a priority. By focusing on these areas, Kim contributes to creating a more inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Collaborations and Teaching Experience
During the course of Kim F.'s academic career, collaboration with the University of Michigan was a significant aspect of PhD research in psycholinguistics. Additionally, Kim has delivered lectures, seminars, and tutorials at both the University of Oxford and Oxford Brookes University. This teaching experience has provided Kim with a solid foundation in educational methodologies and instructional design.