Natasha De Jarnett, PhD, Mph, Bces
About Natasha De Jarnett, PhD, Mph, Bces
Natasha De Jarnett, PhD, MPH, BCES, is a Professorial Lecturer with extensive experience in environmental health and safety. She currently serves as Deputy Director for Environmental Justice Data and Evaluation at the Executive Office of the President and holds positions at The George Washington University and the University of Louisville.
Current Position at The George Washington University
Natasha De Jarnett serves as a Professorial Lecturer at The George Washington University, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she contributes to the academic community by delivering lectures and engaging with students in the field of environmental health. Her expertise in public health and environmental science informs her teaching and curriculum development.
Work Experience in Public Health and Environmental Policy
De Jarnett has extensive experience in public health and environmental policy. She worked as a Policy Analyst for Environmental Health at the American Public Health Association from 2015 to 2018. In this capacity, she analyzed policies and contributed to initiatives aimed at improving environmental health standards. Additionally, she served as the Interim Associate Director at the National Environmental Health Association from 2018 to 2020.
Educational Background and Degrees
Natasha De Jarnett holds multiple degrees that underpin her expertise in environmental health. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry from Western Kentucky University. She furthered her education at the University of Louisville, where she achieved a Master of Public Health with a concentration in Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, followed by a Doctor of Philosophy in Public Health Sciences: Environmental Health.
Research and Academic Contributions
De Jarnett has a strong research background, having held various academic positions at the University of Louisville. She worked as a Graduate Research Assistant and a Postdoctoral Fellow, contributing to research initiatives in environmental health. Her interdisciplinary approach enhances her ability to assess environmental health challenges and influence policy development.
Previous Roles and Experience
Throughout her career, De Jarnett has held several positions that have shaped her professional development. She worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and a Graduate Fellow at the University of Louisville, as well as a Resident Assistant at Western Kentucky University. Her role as a Chemical Technician Specialist at Analysts International Corporation provided her with practical experience in the field.