UROP Research Mentor Project Submission Portal: Submission #1086

Submission information
Submission Number: 1086
Submission ID: 20026
Submission UUID: d71eead6-3aff-449f-847d-7d662688ecaa

Created: Tue, 08/05/2025 - 06:38 PM
Completed: Tue, 08/05/2025 - 06:38 PM
Changed: Wed, 10/01/2025 - 09:08 AM

Remote IP address: 217.180.196.61
Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English

Is draft: No
Primary Research Mentor Name Qinglan (Lenka) Feng
Research Mentor Preferred Pronouns
When potential research assistants are reaching out via email, what is your preferred honorific? Dr.
Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated) qf20@fsu.edu
Position Title Post Doc
FSU College (if applicable) N/A
FSU Department or Non-FSU Organization Affiliation The Florida Center for Prevention Research
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Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from above) Hye-Jung (April) Yun
Research Assistant Supervisor Preferred Pronouns
Research Assistant Supervisor Preferred Honorific? Dr.
Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated) hyun@fsu.edu
Name of Other Faculty/Collaborator(s) (if applicable)
Other Faculty/Collaborator(s) Preferred Pronouns
Other Faculty/Collaborator(s) Preferred Honorific?
Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated)
Title of the Project Florida's Linked Opioid Response and Epidemiological Network for Comprehensive Evaluation (FLORENCE) Project
Project Keywords adolescent development, opioid misuse, family factors, substance use
Are you currently looking for research assistants? No
Number of Research Assistants Needed 1
Relevant Research Assistant Major(s) Open to students majoring in psychology, public health, sociology, human development and family science, or related fields.
Project Location: The Florida Center for Prevention Research Florida State University 800 Capital Circle SE, Suite 2 Tallahassee, FL 32301
If the project location is off campus, does the research assistant(s) need to provide their own transportation? Bus R (Capital Cir & Highland Oaks Ter Stop); Bus E (Park Ave & Capital Cir Stop)
Please select the choice that most accurately describes your expectations for the research assistant(s): Partially Remote
Approximately how many hours a week would the research assistant(s) need to work? 5-10 hours
Roughly what time frame do you expect research assistant(s) to work? Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Overall Research Project Description The FLORENCE Project (Florida’s Linked Opioid Response and Epidemiological Network for Comprehensive Evaluation), sponsored by the Florida Department of Children & Families under the Applied Research Contract (LH862), aims to support the state’s opioid abatement strategies funded by the Opioid Settlement Trust Fund. Led by the FSU Florida Center for Prevention Research, the project provides applied research, policy evaluation, and data-driven models to assess intervention effectiveness, inform future needs, and improve health outcomes. This $6 million, 5-year initiative includes partnerships with ISF, FSU’s College of Social Work, the Survey Foundry, and the College of Communication and Information’s Biostatistics, Informatics, and Research Design Program.

The ongoing research focuses on analyzing public datasets related to adolescent development and substance use, with a particular emphasis on opioid-related drug use. Available datasets enable exploration of topics such as the influence of family dynamics and peer relationships on adolescent risk behaviors, patterns of opioid use and misuse, overdose prevention and reversal strategies, and naloxone distribution. Research assistants are encouraged to pursue independent research projects, which may extend beyond adolescence to include emerging adulthood or adult development.
Research Tasks literature review, secondary data analysis, manuscript writing, etc. Students are given the freedom to choose activities based on their interests and abilities.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Required: experience using academic databasesa to search journal articles (fsu library); ability to read, summarize, and synthesize findings clearly and concisely; familiar with in APA 7 writing format.

Required soft skills: Ability to work independently and meet deadlines; willingness to communicate regularly and take initiative; openness to feedback and collaboration on team-based projects.
Mentoring Philosophy As a newly appointed postdoctoral researcher, I recently completed my Ph.D., a journey that began with significant challenges. Although I had two years of experience as an undergraduate research assistant in participant recruitment and data collection, I initially struggled with software skills, statistics, and academic writing. These early obstacles made research feel overwhelming. Fortunately, I had excellent mentors whose kindness and guidance helped me persevere. Their support revealed the transformative power of compassionate mentorship and deeply influenced my own mentoring philosophy.

Because I’ve experienced the steep learning curve firsthand, I understand how daunting the beginning of a research journey can be. I strive to create a more supportive experience for my mentees—one that helps them grow both professionally and personally. My mentoring philosophy centers on fostering a safe, inclusive environment where students can explore ideas, take intellectual risks, and develop confidence.

I take a student-focused, flexible, and respectful approach, prioritizing effectiveness and well-being over rigid working hours. I see myself as a guide and collaborator, offering constructive feedback and access to resources while encouraging mentees to pursue their own ideas. I also ensure that contributions are fairly recognized through appropriate authorship and credit in all collaborative projects. Ultimately, my goal as a mentor is to build strong, lasting relationships that support each student’s academic progress and personal growth.
Please provide a link to your publications, a video clip, or a website for your research project (if applicable): https://fcpr.fsu.edu/projects
Please add any additional information here (if applicable):
Are you interested in participating in the UROP Research Mentor Roundtable? No
Roundtable times and Zoom links
Mentor Handbook, FAQs, and Communication Yes
UROP Performance Evaluation Yes
Materials Grant Yes
UROP Poster Presentation Yes
Year 2025
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