Sarah Scott
About Sarah Scott
Sarah Scott is a Research Assistant in the Department of Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, where she has worked since 2021. She is pursuing a Master of Public Health in Behavioral and Community Health Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh, with research interests in women's health, mental health, and reproductive justice.
Work at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Sarah Scott has been serving as a Research Assistant in the Department of Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh since 2021. In this role, she contributes to research focused on the health needs of adolescents and young adults. Her position involves collaborating with healthcare professionals and researchers to advance knowledge in this specialized field.
Education and Expertise
Sarah is currently pursuing a Master of Public Health in Behavioral and Community Health Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh, a program she has been enrolled in since 2021. She previously earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Pepperdine University, where she studied from 2017 to 2021. Her academic background supports her research interests in women's health, mental health, and reproductive justice.
Background
Before her current role, Sarah held several positions that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Resident Advisor at Pepperdine University from 2018 to 2019, and later served as an International Programs Lead Ambassador from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she worked as a Policy & Communications Intern at Christian Connections for International Health in 2020 and as an Advocacy Fellow at Malaria No More in 2019.
Research Interests
Sarah Scott's research interests encompass a range of critical topics, including women's health, intimate partner violence, mental health, and reproductive justice. These areas reflect her commitment to addressing health disparities and improving the well-being of vulnerable populations, particularly adolescents and young adults.