She currently serves as a Research Scientist for the Department of Emergency Medicine – Division of Simulation Education. In addition, Dr. Monks serves as a Core Consultant – Public Health Specialist for the Southwest Center for Pediatric Environmental Health. She is also a Certified Health Education Specialist.Dr. Monks has presented her research at various local, regional, and national conferences. She has also authored several publications focusing on alcohol and drug research, sexual victimization, self-esteem, and risky lifestyle behaviors. Moreover, she has been engaged in mentoring master level and medical students in research activities and is an active participant in collaborative research groups both locally and nationally.