Leadership
Colin Dimock joined UCLA in 1999 in the Environment, Health & Safety program where he worked to advance the Radiation Safety and Research Safety programs, eventually stepping into the role of the Assistant Vice Chancellor for EH&S. His firsthand experiences working with researchers and his belief in UCLA’s role as a top tier research university under the California Master Plan for Education led him to champion the Research Concierge Program through every phase of its development. On January 1st, 2022 he stepped down from his AVC role and became a Special Advisor to the Vice Chancellor of Research and Creative Activities with his primary focus being the Research Concierge Program.
Yoon Jung has been a valued member of the Bruin community since 2000, making contributions to academic administrations. Her diverse roles have included lab manager, lab administrator, project manager, business manager, and finance administrator, providing invaluable support to numerous faculty members. Yoon's wealth of experience enriches her current role in the Research Concierge Program, which she joined in December 2023. She is excited about collaborating with a team of exceptional coordinators to support UCLA's incoming faculty.
Outside of work, Yoon finds fulfillment in traveling and cherishing moments with loved ones. She values spending time with family and friends. An adventurer at heart, she enjoys exploring different cities and trying new cuisines.
Staff
Kristin Christian began at UCLA in 2015 working in student affairs for the Anderson School of Management before moving to a business office position in the David Geffen School of Medicine. Kristin was eager to join the Research Concierge Program in late 2021 and has enjoyed building relationships with faculty and departments to make the PI transition process as smooth as possible. She looks forward to the continued growth of the program and is excited to be part of this hard-working team.
Kristin loves reading mystery and crime fiction, throwing axes and watching "The Office." Her favorite activity is spending time with her husband, daughter and dog.
Susan Kim joined the Research Concierge Program in 2023. Before joining the team, Susan spent several years working in student affairs and coordinating graduate medical education programs at UCLA. She is passionate about helping people succeed in their careers and providing them with the resources they need to thrive, both personally and professionally.
Outside of work, she loves going on strolls, camping, and trying out new food spots in LA. Susan enjoys traveling and hopes to be able to visit all the U.S. National Parks someday!
Judy Reiter comes to us from the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine where she supported the Executive Director of the Department of Medicine. Prior to being at UCLA, she worked at the University of South Florida, College of Medicine, working with the first and second year medical students. Additionally, she has a background in working with special needs individuals both within public schools systems and the private sector. Her passion has always been to make a difference in someone’s path.
On the personal side, her heart and soul are her husband, her children, her 3-year-old granddaughter and her 2 month old grandson. Her family is spread out across the country and she travels to see them whenever possible. She is a huge animal lover, has always rescued dogs (and currently has a very spoiled 7 pound chihuahua) and even fosters orphan elephants in Kenya! Her dream would be to visit the orphanage someday.
Students
Angela Gonzales transferred to UCLA from Pasadena City College as a Chicano Studies and Anthropology double major. Her emphasis is on Labor, Law, and Policy with a goal to become an immigration attorney one day. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she is an ally for formerly incarcerated, LGBTQ+, and undocumented students. She is passionate about helping others.
Fun Fact: She loves to travel! Her favorite trips so far include Iceland, Mexico, Vietnam, and Costa Rica.
Hello! My name is Jessica Nepomnyshy and I am so excited to be a student assistant for the office of Vice Chancellor Research. Currently, I am a Junior at the UCLA majoring in Sociology and desire to work in law or marketing when I graduate. Throughout my time at UCLA, I have been involved in various extra-curriculars and societies. Outside of academics, I'm an adventurer, love hiking, the beach, and am a huge foodie!
