Benjamin Shea
About Benjamin Shea
Benjamin Shea serves as the Head of Clinical Data Science and Research at Foodsmart, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in biostatistics and data analysis, with previous roles at various institutions including Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
Current Role at Foodsmart
Benjamin Shea serves as the Head of Clinical Data Science and Research at Foodsmart, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads initiatives that focus on clinical data analysis and research methodologies. His responsibilities include overseeing data-driven projects that aim to enhance healthcare outcomes through effective data utilization.
Previous Experience at Foodsmart
Prior to his current role, Benjamin Shea worked at Foodsmart as a Clinical Data Analyst Intern in 2021 for four months. He then advanced to the position of Lead Clinical Data Scientist, where he worked from 2021 to 2022 for eleven months. His experience at Foodsmart provided him with a solid foundation in clinical data analysis and research.
Academic Background
Benjamin Shea obtained a Master of Science from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, completing his studies from 2020 to 2022. He also holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of California, Los Angeles, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. His educational background in public health and biostatistics supports his work in clinical data science.
Professional Experience in Healthcare
Benjamin Shea has a diverse professional background in healthcare analytics. He worked as a Graduate Student Researcher in Biostatistics and Machine Learning at Massachusetts General Hospital in 2021. Additionally, he held various teaching roles at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, including Teaching Fellow and Summer Instructor, where he focused on biostatistics and machine learning.
Early Career and Development
Benjamin Shea began his career as a Python Programmer at UCLA Center for Health Policy Research from 2015 to 2017. He also gained experience at DaVita Kidney Care, where he held several positions, including Senior Analyst and Redwoods Analyst, focusing on financial strategy and special projects. This early experience laid the groundwork for his expertise in data analysis and strategy.