Leslie Thompson
About Leslie Thompson
Leslie Thompson is a Health Science Policy Analyst at the National Institutes of Health, where she has worked since 2019. She has a background in physiology and toxicology, with previous roles at the US Environmental Protection Agency and academic institutions.
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
Leslie Thompson serves as a Health Science Policy Analyst at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2019. In this role, Thompson collaborates with program investigators and NIH experts to implement solution-oriented team science strategies within the Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Program. This program aims to enhance the health of children for future generations by addressing various environmental factors that impact child health. Thompson focuses on continuous quality improvement within the ECHO Program, providing leadership in strategic and operational planning.
Previous Experience at US Environmental Protection Agency
Before joining NIH, Leslie Thompson worked at the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a Physiologist in the ORD Postdoctoral Program from 2015 to 2018. This position involved conducting research related to environmental health and safety, contributing to the agency's mission of protecting human health and the environment. Thompson's experience at the EPA provided valuable insights into the intersection of physiology and environmental factors.
Academic Background and Education
Leslie Thompson has a robust academic background in biology and physiology. Thompson earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, studying from 2005 to 2008. Subsequently, Thompson obtained a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Physiology from The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, completing the program from 2009 to 2013. This educational foundation supports Thompson's expertise in health science policy and environmental health.
Experience at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Leslie Thompson worked as a Postdoctoral Trainee in the Curriculum in Toxicology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for seven months in 2014. This role involved advanced research and training in toxicology, contributing to Thompson's knowledge and skills in the field of health sciences. The experience at UNC Chapel Hill further solidified Thompson's commitment to understanding the impacts of environmental factors on health.
Teaching Role at North Carolina Central University
In 2018, Leslie Thompson served as a Visiting Professor at North Carolina Central University for four months. This position allowed Thompson to engage with students and faculty in the Raleigh-Durham area, sharing expertise in health sciences and contributing to academic discourse. The role emphasized Thompson's commitment to education and collaboration within the academic community.