Leah Aeschleman, Mph Email & Phone Number

Atlanta, Ga, Us

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Contract Epidemiologist III for Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Poxvirus and Rabies Branch

•Lead and coordinated a novel research study, investigating the role small mammals have in Heartland virus transmission cycle. This role involved designing the protocols for serology tests and field work capturing and processing live mammals •Participate in fieldwork across the state of Georgia collecting Amblyomma americanum samples to quantify arboviral risk Georgia residents face in various habitat types •Assist in rearing mosquitos containing the endosymbiont Wolbachia to study its potential use as a biological control mechanism against mosquito species invasive to Latin America

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Bacterial Special Pathogens Branch located within the National Center for Zoonotic and Emerging Diseases, CDC•Aided in outbreak investigation and surveillance of high consequential pathogens such as Brucellosis, Anthrax, and Leprosy •Design survey materials through Redcap to further investigate levels of exposure to Burkholderia pseudomallei in the Walmart aromatherapy spray outbreak •Performed data cleaning and organization of Brucellosis case report forms utilizing DECIPER

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

•Promoted over 30 menu items and rotating specials to give customized recommendations to guests •Acted as shift lead to manage staff members at any given time by assigning tasks, ensuring that both restaurant and customer standards are met •Formally trained new hires on menu items, computer systems, company standards and customer service expectations

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Decatur, Georgia, United States

•Collaborated with external contractors to develop promotional material for the TEPHINET Accreditation Program (e.g. videos, factsheets, etc) •Assisted in identifying funding resources for TEPHINET Accreditation •Collected updated FETP accreditation testimonials for TEPHINET website/newsletter/social media •Conducted basic website updates and maintenance

Hockessin, Delaware, United States

Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, United States

New Bolton Center - Penn Vet Preclinical Service Core and Comparative Orthopedic Research Lab- Collaborated with veterinarians and biomedical engineers to further translational research using in vivo animal models to target unmet orthopedic clinical needs - Conducted laboratory maintenance such as specimen organization, harvesting and analyzing samples, data analysis using excel and inventory management - Completed laboratory animal care such as physical exams, radiographs, pre- and postoperative care and IV catheter placement

Newark, Delaware, United States

- Conducted developmental research on cell metabolic rates through measurement of mitochondrial respiration and glycolysis - Reorganized laboratory equipment and freezer specimens when moving to a new facility

Newark, Delaware, United States

- Promoted three seminars and a day-long symposium focusing on educating students and faculty on the interdisciplinary approach to health between humans, animals, and the environment - Advertised four events through classroom announcements and communication with extracurricular clubs - Communicated with guest speakers while contributing to event setup and management of time and resources to prepare for each event

Elkton, Maryland, United States

- Supported the executive director of Fair Hill International, a horse trial facility specializing in hosting qualifying events for introductory to Olympic-level equestrians - Aided in process of competition setup and hospitality organization - Coordinated volunteer participation for three competitions, including collecting release forms, dispersal of volunteers throughout the facility and specific job training

Newark, Delaware, United States

- Strategically worked with dairy farm manager to efficiently and humanely milk 60 cows at the quickest rate - Independently cared for calves that required specific feeding requirements and nutritional attention

Master Of Public Health - Mph, Epidemiology

Bachelor'S Degree, Animal Sciences

International Baccalaureate Diploma Recipient