Alma Castro
About Alma Castro
Alma Castro serves as the Assistant Director of Research Administration and Human Subjects Protection at Harvard Business School. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and has extensive experience in research administration and ethics oversight.
Current Role at Harvard Business School
Alma Castro serves as the Assistant Director of Research Administration and Human Subjects Protection at Harvard Business School. In this role, she oversees research administration processes and ensures compliance with human subjects protection regulations. Since joining the institution in 2021, she has contributed to enhancing the research environment and safeguarding participant rights.
Previous Experience at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Prior to her current position, Alma Castro worked at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. She held the position of IRB Review Specialist from 2016 to 2019, followed by a promotion to Senior IRB Review Specialist from 2019 to 2021. In these roles, she was responsible for reviewing research proposals and ensuring adherence to ethical standards in research involving human subjects.
Educational Background in Sociology
Alma Castro has an extensive educational background in sociology. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Sociology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Additionally, she holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Sociology from Texas State University and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Sociology from Boston College. This academic foundation supports her expertise in research administration.
Professional Experience at University of Massachusetts Amherst
Alma Castro's professional journey includes significant roles at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She worked as an IRB Analyst at the Human Research Protection Office from 2010 to 2016, where she focused on the ethical review of research studies. Additionally, she served as a Teaching Assistant and Teaching Associate in the Department of Sociology from 2008 to 2012, contributing to the academic development of undergraduate students.
Early Career at South Texas College
Alma Castro began her career as a Qualitative Researcher at South Texas College from 2006 to 2008. In this role, she engaged in qualitative research projects, contributing to the understanding of various sociological issues. This early experience laid the groundwork for her subsequent roles in research administration and human subjects protection.