Sundania W.
About Sundania W.
Sundania W. is a Program Official and Behavioral Scientist currently working at The National Institutes of Health. She has extensive experience in child mental health policy and research oversight, having held positions at various educational and governmental institutions.
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
Sundania W. serves as a Program Official and Behavioral Scientist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2022. In this role, she is involved in overseeing and managing various health-related programs and initiatives. Her expertise in behavioral science contributes to the development and implementation of research strategies aimed at improving public health outcomes.
Previous Experience at Virginia Commonwealth University
Sundania W. worked as an Adjunct Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University from 2013 to 2014. During her tenure, she contributed to the academic environment by teaching courses related to her field of expertise. This role allowed her to engage with students and share her knowledge in behavioral science and related disciplines.
Educational Background
Sundania W. holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from Virginia Commonwealth University, where she studied from 2011 to 2014. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from Penn State University between 1997 and 2001. Additionally, she obtained a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Valdosta State University from 2002 to 2005, and completed a program in Health Professions Education at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences from 2020 to 2021.
Experience at United States Air Force
Sundania W. has held multiple positions at the United States Air Force. She has been serving as the Deputy Director of the Trusted Care Program since 2001. Additionally, she worked in the Division of Research Oversight and Compliance from 2018 to 2020. Her roles have involved oversight and compliance in research initiatives, contributing to the Air Force's commitment to health and safety.
Role at Society for Research in Child Development
In 2021, Sundania W. was a Scholar in Residence at the Society for Research in Child Development for a duration of four months. This position involved engaging with research focused on child development, allowing her to apply her expertise in behavioral science to support the organization's mission.