Yao-Chieh "Jack" Cheng Email & Phone Number

Cleveland, Oh, Usa And Maprik, Papua New Guinea

Working under general supervision, plan and carry out global epidemiological and drug studies of mosquito-based transmission of filariasis and malaria in human populations living in Papua New Guinea (PNG). The research focus on methods to achieve and monitor the interruption of transmission of human parasites by mosquito vectors endemic to Papua New Guinea (PNG). This position requires a fair degree of independence as it requires residence in Maprik, PNG with extensive travel, including extended lodging, in isolated field sites. Research projects supporting this position requires logistical coordination of daily activities at the PNG Institute of Medical Research (PNGIMR). A wide range of activities support the coordination of ongoing CWRU – PNGIMR collaborations to include the following: (1) Organization of human blood and mosquito collections, and by extension storage and shipping of collected samples; (2) Liaising between CWRU scientists, PNGIMR scientists and members of the PNG National Department of Health; (3) Facilitating meetings and communications between CWRU – PNGIMR collaborators; (4) Identify barriers and solutions to project implementation on a daily basis.

Moma, Mozambique

As a Peace Corps Volunteer in Mozambique, Yao-Chieh Cheng worked with Pathfinder International on the SCIP Project. Additionally, he was the National Financial Coordinator for the JUNTOS youth project. For more information, please refer to the Description of Service file that is uploaded.

Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area

Responsibilities included making stock solutions, tracking the research lab's stock of chemicals and supplies, and keeping the lab in a tidy condition.

Doctor Of Medicine - Md, Medicine

Activities and Societies: International Health Organization, TEACH and CARE Student-Run Clinic, Global Medical Brigades, TachyChordia.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Biochemistry, Biology, Anthropology, Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Phi Kappa Psi, Gamma Sigma Alpha Honors Fraternity, Education TheatreBachelor of Science in Biochemistry.