William Riley
About William Riley
William Riley serves as the Director of the Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research at the National Institutes of Health, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in behavioral health research, having held various leadership roles at multiple national health institutes and academic institutions.
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
William Riley serves as the Director of the Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). He has held this position since 2015, contributing to the advancement of behavioral and social sciences within the organization. His role involves overseeing research initiatives that integrate behavioral science with public health strategies.
Previous Experience at National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Before his current position, William Riley worked as a Program Director at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute from 2009 to 2012. During his three years in this role, he focused on programs related to heart, lung, and blood health, contributing to the institute's mission of improving health outcomes.
Educational Background in Clinical Psychology
William Riley earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Clinical Psychology from Florida State University, where he studied from 1981 to 1984. He also obtained a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from the same institution, completing his studies from 1979 to 1981. Additionally, he completed an internship in Clinical Psychology at Baylor College of Medicine from 1983 to 1984.
Research Focus and Interests
Riley's research interests include the integration of mobile devices in assessing and intervening on health behaviors. His work addresses various health behaviors, such as tobacco use, dietary intake, physical activity, sleep, and medication adherence. He is particularly interested in applying engineering and computer science methodologies to enhance behavioral measurement and intervention.
Academic Positions and Contributions
In addition to his role at NIH, William Riley has been a Professorial Lecturer at George Washington University since 2003. He has previously held academic positions as an Assistant Professor at the Medical College of Georgia and as an Associate Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University. His academic contributions have focused on behavioral sciences and their applications in public health.