Richard Conroy
About Richard Conroy
Richard Conroy serves as a Program Leader at The National Institutes of Health since 2005 and has extensive academic experience, including roles at Harvard University and the University of Maryland Global Campus.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Richard Conroy has served as a Program Leader at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2005. In this role, he has contributed to various research initiatives and programs within the organization. His tenure at NIH spans 19 years, during which he has been involved in advancing biomedical research and education.
Education and Expertise
Richard Conroy holds multiple degrees in diverse fields. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Physics from the University of St Andrews, followed by a Doctor of Philosophy in the same field from the same institution. He also completed a Master of Liberal Arts in Biotechnology at Harvard Extension School. Additionally, he obtained a Master of International Management and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Maryland Global Campus.
Background in Academia
Before his current role at NIH, Richard Conroy worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Harvard University from 2001 to 2005. He also served as an Instructor at the Foundation for Advanced Education in the Sciences from 2006 to 2009. Since 2006, he has been an Adjunct Professor at the University of Maryland Global Campus, where he has developed and taught over 90 credit hours of biotechnology classes and labs.
Achievements in Research and Education
Richard Conroy has received several accolades for his contributions to education and research. He was awarded the UMUC Provost Award for Best Research Paper in Education for the 2009-2010 academic year. In 2008, he received the UCEA Business-University Linkage Award. He has also co-authored a book chapter and three research papers focused on distance education.
Scholarships and Fellowships
Richard Conroy earned an adjunct faculty scholarship from 2009 to 2013, which recognizes his contributions and commitment to academic excellence. This scholarship reflects his dedication to enhancing educational practices and supporting student learning in higher education.