Kathleen Shea
About Kathleen Shea
Kathleen Shea is a researcher with a background in anthropology and social policy. She has held various research positions at institutions such as Mathematica and the University of Pennsylvania, contributing to mental health policy and services research.
Current Role at Mathematica
Kathleen Shea has been employed as a Researcher at Mathematica since 2021. In this role, she contributes to various research initiatives, applying her extensive background in social policy and mental health. Her work focuses on providing evidence-based insights that inform policy decisions and improve public health outcomes.
Previous Experience in Research Coordination
Prior to her current position, Kathleen Shea held several roles in research coordination. She served as a Senior Research Coordinator at the University of Pennsylvania from 2014 to 2016, where she was involved in projects within the Center for Mental Health Policy & Services Research. Additionally, she worked as a Senior Research Coordinator at Temple University from 2016 to 2019, further enhancing her expertise in mental health research.
Educational Background
Kathleen Shea earned her Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Anthropology from the University of Delaware, with minors in Political Science and Spanish, completing her studies from 2006 to 2010. She later pursued a Master of Science (MS) in Social Policy at the University of Pennsylvania, graduating in 2016. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her research work in social and mental health policy.
Professional Experience in Project Management
From 2019 to 2021, Kathleen Shea worked as a Senior Project Manager at the Public Health Management Corporation. In this role, she managed various public health projects, leveraging her research skills and project management experience to drive successful outcomes. Her previous experience also includes a position as a Clinical Research Coordinator at the University of Pennsylvania from 2013 to 2014.
Early Career and Research Involvement
Kathleen Shea began her research career as a Research Assistant at the University of Delaware from 2009 to 2010, focusing on projects in the Disaster Research Center. She also served as a Lead Research Assistant at Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia from 2012 to 2013, where she gained valuable experience in clinical research. Additionally, she co-coordinated the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program at the University of Delaware from 2008 to 2009.