Human Health & Performance Systems GroupResearch Director of STRIVE Center

Coordinated and taught undergraduate courses in the Health and Exercise Science (HES) curriculum; directed research protocols, intramural and extramural grant applications, and manuscript submissions; research mentor for undergraduate students within the HES program and doctoral students within the School of Physical Therapy. Curriculum advisor for HES students. Served on university, college, and school level programmatic committees; performed academic journal reviews; and served on academic society committees.

Mentor graduate students as a member of dissertation/thesis committees and collaborate on research for biomechanics, neuromechanics, and motor control protocols.

Managed the Rehabilitation of Neuromusculoskeletal Injuries Portfolio for the Clinical and Rehabilitative Medicine Research Program (CRMRP) by providing strategic guidance, policy, and process oversight for clinical and rehabilitative medicine congressional programs managed through the US Army Medical Research and Materiel Command. The portfolio funds research related to rehabilitation after traumatic injuries resulting in amputation, limb salvage, spinal cord injury, and/or severe burns. Through collaborating with industry, academic, and government partners, I help determine capability gaps, sub-gaps, and research needs for the portfolio. This leads to generating targeted program announcements, reviewing grant applications, and recommending funding aimed at solving these problems and improving the lives of injured service members, veterans, and civilians.

Managed technical and research operations for the Center for Performance & Clinical Research. Guided and generated amputee research protocols for warrior care including prosthetic and rehabilitation intervention. Performed clinical gait analyses and produced comprehensive reports for clinicians and patients. Developed innovative models and templates for data analysis and reporting.

Managed all aspects of daily operation for the Baylor Motion & Sports Performance Center. Oversaw and directed research activities of Center staff, Foot & Ankle Surgery Fellows, interns, and volunteers. Prepared grants and manuscripts for research studies.