Mose A. Herne
About Mose A. Herne
Mose A. Herne serves as a Senior Health Science Policy Analyst at the National Institutes of Health, where he focuses on tribal health research policy issues. He holds a Master of Public Health from Boston University and has extensive experience in health administration and education.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Mose A. Herne has served as a Senior Health Science Policy Analyst at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2021. In this role, he provides expert guidance on significant tribal health research policy issues that impact both the NIH and American Indian/Alaska Native communities. He collaborates with representatives from various Institutes and Centers to develop plans that align with the NIH Strategic Plan for Tribal Health Research. Additionally, he represents the Tribal Health Research Office, working with senior staff to prepare reports on scientific initiatives for Congress and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
Education and Expertise
Mose A. Herne holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree in Environmental Health from Boston University School of Public Health, which he completed from 2000 to 2003. He also earned a Master of Science (MS) in Neuroscience from Brandeis University between 1997 and 2000. Earlier, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology from Clarkson University from 1994 to 1997. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in public health, neuroscience, and psychology, which informs his work in health policy and research.
Professional Background
Mose A. Herne has a diverse professional background in health policy and education. He worked as an Intensive Case Manager at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs from 2003 to 2005 and held various roles at the Indian Health Service, including Chief Executive Officer at Hopi Health Care Center from 2017 to 2021, and Director of the Division of Planning, Evaluation, and Research from 2013 to 2017. He also served as an Adjunct Instructor at Fitchburg State University and Boston University - Metropolitan College from 2000 to 2008. Earlier in his career, he was a Nuclear Machinist Mate in the U.S. Navy from 1986 to 1990.
Achievements in Tribal Health Research
In his current position at the NIH, Mose A. Herne plays a critical role in addressing tribal health research policy issues. He provides staff support for special assignments related to tribal health research requested by the White House and the HHS Secretary. His responsibilities include drafting and reviewing correspondence on tribal health research policies and programs for the NIH. His work contributes to the development of strategic initiatives that aim to improve health outcomes for American Indian and Alaska Native communities.