Patricia A. Wiley, PhD
About Patricia A. Wiley, PhD
Patricia A. Wiley, PhD, is a Health Science Policy Analyst at the National Institutes of Health, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in biochemistry and forensic chemistry and has held various roles in research and community outreach at institutions such as the National Cancer Institute and Purdue University.
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
Patricia A. Wiley serves as a Health Science Policy Analyst at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2020. In this role, she focuses on health science policy, contributing to the development and implementation of policies that impact health research and public health initiatives. Her work involves analyzing complex health data and communicating findings to various stakeholders. Wiley's position at NIH follows her tenure as an AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellow, where she gained valuable experience in science policy.
Previous Experience at National Cancer Institute
Wiley has held multiple positions at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) between 2015 and 2018. She served as a Cancer Research Training Fellow (CRTA) and later as an Assistant Program Manager for NCI Scientists in the Community. Additionally, she was the Center for Cancer Research-Fellows & Young Investigators (CCR-FYI) Outreach Chair and the CCR-FYI Committee Colloquium Chair. In these roles, she developed outreach programs and managed teams to organize large-scale meetings, enhancing community engagement in cancer research.
Academic Background and Education
Patricia A. Wiley earned her Bachelor of Science in Forensic Chemistry from Western Illinois University, completing her studies from 2005 to 2009. She then pursued a Doctor of Philosophy in Biochemistry at Purdue University, where she studied from 2009 to 2015. Her academic training provided her with a strong foundation in molecular biology, particularly in examining protein-protein interactions and functions.
Research and Outreach Initiatives
Throughout her career, Wiley has developed and led various programs aimed at community outreach and professional development. Her initiatives have focused on enhancing public understanding of health science and fostering engagement between researchers and the community. Her experience managing teams and organizing events has contributed to her effectiveness in promoting science communication and education.
Teaching Experience at Purdue University
Wiley worked at Purdue University as a Graduate Teaching Assistant from 2009 to 2013 and as a Graduate Research Assistant from 2010 to 2015. In these roles, she supported undergraduate education and contributed to research projects within the biochemistry department. Her teaching experience has equipped her with strong communication skills, enabling her to convey complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences.