Kelly worked as a Research Assistant in the Wilckens Laboratory for the CHAI-TMS and ALPS studies from January 2020 until December 2021. Her experience with the Wilckens laboratory encouraged her to pursue a career in research, thus inspiring her to complete her Master of Public Health in Infectious Disease and Microbiology at the University of Pittsburgh. She is excited to continue pursuing research and other educational opportunities in epidemiology following graduation from her program in April 2023.