Maura I.
About Maura I.
Maura I. is a Program Manager at The National Institutes of Health, with a diverse background in project management and technical roles across various organizations. She has extensive experience in digital communications, software engineering, and academia, while also pursuing a doctorate in neuroscience at Georgetown University.
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
Maura I. currently serves as a Program Manager at The National Institutes of Health, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she oversees various projects and initiatives within the organization, leveraging her extensive experience in project management and digital communications. Her previous tenure at NIH included work as a Project Management Contractor for the National Institute of Mental Health from 2012 to 2013, where she contributed to various mental health research projects.
Previous Experience at International Monetary Fund
Maura I. worked at the International Monetary Fund from 2013 to 2016 as a Digital Communications Project Manager and Web Operations Technician. During her three years there, she managed digital communication strategies and web operations, enhancing the organization's online presence and user engagement. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in managing complex digital projects in a high-stakes environment.
Educational Background and Degrees
Maura I. has an extensive educational background. She is currently pursuing a doctorate in neuroscience at Georgetown University, where she has been enrolled since 2014. She also holds a Master's Degree in Technology Management from Georgetown University, completed in 2012, and a Project Management Certificate from The George Washington University, obtained in 2009. Additionally, she has studied digital graphics at the Corcoran School of the Arts and Design and has a Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology and Writing from the University of Mary Washington.
Experience in Project Management and Technology
Maura I. has significant experience in project management and technology roles across various organizations. She served as a Senior Project Manager in Pharma at Resilience from 2022 to 2023 and as a Scientific Project Manager for Data Science, ML & AI at NIH from 2019 to 2022. Her roles have included leading agile teams, managing technical projects, and overseeing website migrations for institutions such as the Smithsonian and Georgetown University.
Involvement in Education and Mentoring
Maura I. has been actively involved in education and mentoring throughout her career. She has lectured in science and technology and has mentored graduate students. Additionally, she served as a Faculty of Technology Management Masters Program instructor at Georgetown University in 2015. Her commitment to education is further demonstrated by her participation in judging science fairs and leading sessions at public events.