Emily Tomlin
About Emily Tomlin
Emily Tomlin serves as the Communications Lead at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where she has worked since 2021. With over a decade of experience in science communications, she previously held the position of Associate Director of Communications at the International Space Station U.S. National Laboratory.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Emily Tomlin serves as the Communications Lead at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she has developed a strategic communications plan that has successfully improved key performance indicators related to web traffic and digital engagement. Her responsibilities include hosting a major yearly conference and conducting several subject-matter-expert workshops, which involve the recruitment of speakers and public speaking engagements.
Previous Role at International Space Station U.S. National Laboratory
Before joining ORNL, Emily Tomlin worked as the Associate Director of Communications at the International Space Station U.S. National Laboratory from 2011 to 2021. During her ten years in this role, she was based in Melbourne, Florida, where she focused on enhancing communication strategies and outreach efforts related to the laboratory's initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Emily Tomlin has a strong educational background in science and communications. She obtained her Master of Science in Molecular and Human Genetics from Baylor College of Medicine from 2005 to 2009. She also earned a Master of Science in Science and Technology Journalism from Texas A&M University in 2010. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology from the University at Albany, SUNY, which she completed from 2001 to 2005.
Experience in Science Communications
In addition to her roles at ORNL and the International Space Station U.S. National Laboratory, Emily Tomlin has experience as a self-employed professional in science communications and educational outreach for seven months in 2021. She has built a network of experienced freelance science writers and editors, showcasing her commitment to effective science communication.
Teaching Role at Texas A&M University
Emily Tomlin has been involved in academia as a Co-Instructor and Program Aide at Texas A&M University since 2009. Her long-term association with the university highlights her dedication to education and her expertise in the field of science communication.