Kathryn Jones
About Kathryn Jones
Kathryn Jones is a Senior Data Scientist at Owlet Baby Care, where she develops data-driven solutions to enhance infant health monitoring technologies. She holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and has extensive experience in academic and research roles.
Current Role at Owlet Baby Care
Kathryn Jones serves as a Senior Data Scientist at Owlet Baby Care since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing data-driven solutions aimed at enhancing infant health monitoring technologies. Her work contributes to the company's mission of improving the health and safety of infants through innovative technology.
Education and Academic Background
Kathryn Jones holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where she studied from 2016 to 2021. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Physics with a Minor in Mathematics from Roberts Wesleyan College, completing her studies there from 2012 to 2016. Additionally, she graduated from Mekeel Christian Academy with a High School Diploma in 2012.
Previous Experience at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Kathryn Jones held multiple positions at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. She worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant from 2017 to 2021, where she supported various courses. Additionally, she served as a Graduate Research Assistant for four months in 2016 and as a NIH Biomolecular Science and Engineering Trainee from 2017 to 2019. Her roles involved assisting in research and teaching, contributing to her academic and professional development.
Early Career and Internships
Before her current position, Kathryn Jones gained experience through various roles. She worked as a Telecounselor and Shift Supervisor Telecounselor at Roberts Wesleyan College from 2012 to 2015. She also interned at the National Science Foundation as a summer research intern at Florida Tech in 2015. Additionally, she completed a summer internship with the New York State Department of Health in 2019.
Community Engagement and Outreach
During her academic career, Kathryn Jones participated in community outreach programs aimed at promoting STEM education among young students. This involvement reflects her commitment to encouraging future generations to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.