Jennifer N. Baumgartner, PhD
About Jennifer N. Baumgartner, PhD
Jennifer N. Baumgartner, PhD, is a Health Scientist and AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellow currently working at the National Institutes of Health. She has extensive experience in academia and research, including positions at Wright State University and various institutions in Illinois and California.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Jennifer N. Baumgartner has been serving as an AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellow and Health Scientist at the National Institutes of Health since 2021. In this role, she contributes to health science initiatives and policy development. Her position allows her to engage with various research projects and collaborate with other scientists in advancing public health objectives.
Current Role at Wright State University
Since 2016, Jennifer N. Baumgartner has held the position of Instructor at Wright State University in the Greater San Diego Area. In this capacity, she is responsible for teaching courses and mentoring students. Her experience in academia spans several roles, enhancing her ability to educate and support the next generation of scholars.
Previous Research Experience
Jennifer N. Baumgartner has a diverse research background. She worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at Wright Patterson Air Force from 2014 to 2017 and at Wright State University from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, she served as a Research Coordinator at Rush University Medical Center from 2011 to 2013 and as a Postdoctoral Scientist at the University of California San Diego from 2019 to 2021. These roles have provided her with extensive experience in health-related research.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer N. Baumgartner earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Philosophy from the University of Illinois at Chicago, completing her studies in 2011. She then obtained a Master’s Degree in Human Factors Psychology from Wright State University in 2015. Her academic journey culminated in a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Social/Health Psychology from Wright State University in 2018, equipping her with a strong foundation in psychological research.
Research Assistant Roles
Throughout her career, Jennifer N. Baumgartner has held multiple positions as a Research Assistant. She worked at the University of Illinois at Chicago for eight months in 2010, and at Northwestern University for three months in 2010. These roles contributed to her understanding of research methodologies and data analysis in various health-related projects.