Jian Yang
About Jian Yang
Jian Yang is a Scientific Review Officer at the National Institutes of Health, where he has worked since 2013. He holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from The Ohio State University and has held various academic and research positions over the years.
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
Jian Yang serves as a Scientific Review Officer at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2013. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the scientific review process for grant applications, ensuring that they meet the rigorous standards set by NIH. His position involves evaluating the scientific merit of proposals and contributing to the advancement of health research. Yang's work is integral to the NIH's mission of fostering innovative research that improves public health.
Education and Training
Jian Yang holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from The Ohio State University, where he studied from 1992 to 1998. He participated in the NIH Mid-Level Leadership Program in 2018 for 11 months, enhancing his leadership skills within the scientific community. Additionally, he completed the NIH Senior Leadership Program in 2021, which further developed his capabilities in scientific administration and management.
Previous Academic Positions
Before his current position at NIH, Jian Yang worked as a Faculty Member at the University of South Alabama College of Medicine from 2003 to 2012. During his nine years in Mobile, Alabama, he contributed to both teaching and research in the medical field. Earlier in his career, he was a Postdoctoral Fellow at UT Southwestern Medical Center from 1998 to 2003, where he engaged in advanced research in biochemistry and molecular biology.
Visiting Scientist Experience
Jian Yang served as a Visiting Scientist at the National Institutes of Health from 2009 to 2010. This role allowed him to collaborate with leading researchers and gain insights into various scientific projects at NIH. His experience as a Visiting Scientist contributed to his understanding of the research landscape and prepared him for his subsequent role as a Scientific Review Officer.