Melissa Gilden
About Melissa Gilden
Melissa Gilden is an Associate Editor at the American Chemical Society, where she has worked since 2020. She has a diverse background in research and editing, with previous roles at various institutions including the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and the Health and Environmental Sciences Institute.
Current Role at American Chemical Society
Melissa Gilden serves as an Associate Editor at the American Chemical Society since 2020. In this role, she contributes to the editorial process and ensures the quality of published content. Her work supports the organization's mission to advance the knowledge and practice of chemistry.
Previous Experience at American Chemical Society
Prior to her current position, Melissa worked as an Assistant Editor at the American Chemical Society from 2017 to 2020. During this time, she was involved in various editorial tasks that contributed to the publication of scientific materials and resources.
Education and Academic Background
Melissa Gilden earned her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Interdisciplinary Studies: Women's Health from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, completing her degree from 2006 to 2010. She also attended St. George's University, where she studied at the School of Medicine from 2012 to 2013.
Research Experience
Melissa has extensive research experience, having worked as a Research Assistant at various institutions. She was a Research Assistant at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) in 2006 and 2007, and at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in 2008. Additionally, she worked at The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine from 2010 to 2012.
Professional Roles in Scientific Communication
In addition to her editorial roles, Melissa has held positions in scientific communication. She worked as a Scientific Program Associate at the Health and Environmental Sciences Institute from 2015 to 2017 and as a Staff Editor at the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) for six months in 2017.