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New York, Ny, Us

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

United States

Facilitate four sessions per year of Entering Research Mentor Curriculum fhosted by the Gulf Coast Consortia for faculty and postdoctoral fellows from Texas Medical Center institutions.Invited to facilitate training at institutions around the country. Recent locations include Texas State University, Texas A&M University, and for the NRMN-CAN: National Research Mentoring Network-CIC Academic Network.Engage in one-to-one virtual mentoring with students and trainees via the the NRMN virtual mentor platform.

Houston, Texas Area

Spearhead strategic planning initiatives and reorganization efforts, working collaboratively with Chief Education & Training Officer for new Division of Education and Training which encompasses accredited schools, postgraduate clinical and research training programs, and continuing professional development.Utilize a proactive approach in strategy by performing faculty and staff needs assessment and deep-dive research. Co-lead the development in 2020-2021 of leadership development certificate for students and trainees at MD Anderson with the Executive Director of the MD Anderson Leadership Institute. Lead career services project to bring career services to 800 postdoctoral and clinical fellows and 400 students in the School of Health Professions.Served as integral member representing Education on the Institutional Program Evaluation Operational Priority with four areas of effort focus: Clinical, Administrative, Research, and Education. Outcomes include defining institutional programs and developing an evaluation matrix to assess current and future programs in the areas of benefit and efficiency, and appropriate usage of resources as an institution. Select Achievements: Appointed to and serve on various leadership roles, including: MD Anderson Leadership Institute Internal Steering Committee, (2018-Present).Staff Dyad for Education & Training on Education Operational Priority, (9/2017-8/2018).Member, Graduate Education Committee (2014-Present)Member, Faculty Health and Wellbeing Committee (2013-2018).

Houston, Texas Area

Promoted to Director (6/2016), assuming same responsibilities present in Associate Director role.Introduced services and programs that enabled a proactive approach, rather than reactionary, to develop and manage overall performance of the individual, not just the job duties assigned therein. Appointed as co-leader for integration of trainee and faculty development efforts for a team of 12, including two faculty members. Developed guidelines and implemented programming and services for Provost’s Faculty Mentoring Program.Department delivered 150+ events annually to promote the career success, resilience, and wellness of faculty, fellows, and academic populations. Advised and coached 200+ individuals annually individually and at events. Co-sponsored development of the Center for Entrepreneurship Advancement to support entrepreneurial education to the organization. Program established the NSF I-Corps and a UT-System collaboration on development of a Venture Mentoring Service program based on the MIT model. Reorganized Office of Postdoctoral Training and Affairs under the department to leverage resources for the education and training of ~500 fellows.Conceptualized and implemented the "Faculty Companion Online Tool" to provide interactive and innovative content on information and processes.

New York, Ny

Developed and implemented a series of robustly attended monthly seminars and training sessions for 4500 faculty members. Spearheaded leadership and management training for senior divisional leaders.Provided oversight of $1.4M budget for the Office of Academic Affairs.Coordinated activities of the Committee on Women Faculty, Faculty Professional Development Committee, and Medical Center Mentoring Network. Created interactive and educational training program for mid-to-senior career woman faculty members to enhance mentorship opportunities and retention of women faculty.

New York, New York, United States

Directed professional development programs for NYAS membership on various topics, including lab management, entrepreneurship/business development, and professional skills reaching 5K+ individuals.Negotiated and managed formal membership agreements with 20+ colleges, universities and institutions locally, nationally, and globally.Expanded program enrollment at three campuses resulting in 500+ new members. Designed innovative and engaging programing for local, national, and international events.Developed and implemented social networking initiatives and online course content delivery to members.

New York, New York, United States

Collaborated with senior administration and faculty to develop a new office to support 300 fellows in administrative support, training, and professional development.Cultivated and managed key partnerships with faculty, the university community, and external organizations, including AAAS and NY State Center for Biotechnology. Provided postdoctoral career development, research training programs, and recruitment opportunities.Served as lead organizer for the graduate career symposium, “What Can You Be with a PhD?”, helping to expand partnerships and doubling reach to ~1100 participants.

Ph.D., Immunology (Biological Science)

Activities and Societies: Young Science Program (https://ysp.wustl.edu/); Spencer T. and Ann W. Olin Fellowship

Certificate In Management Practices, School Of Continuing And Professional Studies

Dual B.S., Honors Biology And Biochemisty