Melanie Jacobson, PhD, Mph
About Melanie Jacobson, PhD, Mph
Melanie Jacobson, PhD, MPH, is a Research Scientist at NYU Langone Health specializing in environmental exposures' impact on reproductive, endocrine, and child health.
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Research Scientist
Current Role at NYU Langone Health
Melanie Jacobson, PhD, MPH, is currently a Research Scientist at NYU Langone Health. She has been with the institution since 2019, contributing to the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Environmental Pediatrics. Her work primarily focuses on the impact of environmental exposures on reproductive and endocrine function as well as child health. Based in New York, NY, Jacobson brings years of experience and expertise to her role.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before joining NYU Langone Health, Melanie Jacobson held multiple roles in various esteemed institutions. From 2017 to 2019, she was a Research Scientist at the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. She served as a Research Assistant at Rollins School of Public Health at Emory from 2012 to 2017 and as an Adjunct Professor at Lehman College from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, she worked as an Epidemiologist at Weitz & Luxenberg from 2009 to 2012 and a Research Data Coordinator at Boston Children's Hospital in 2008.
Educational Background
Melanie Jacobson holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Epidemiology from Emory University, achieved between 2012 and 2017. She also earned a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Epidemiology/Biostatistics from Tufts University School of Medicine, completed in 2009. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Community Health and Spanish, which she completed at Tufts University from 2004 to 2008.
Research Focus and Expertise
Melanie Jacobson's research primarily investigates the impact of environmental exposures on reproductive and endocrine function and child health. Through her role at the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Environmental Pediatrics at NYU Langone Health, she has contributed to the field with her specialized focus and extensive expertise.