Jon Atherton
About Jon Atherton
Jon Atherton serves as the Director of Communications at Yale University, where he has worked since 2015. He has a background in ecological science and has held various roles at Yale, focusing on fostering scientific collaborations and managing communications.
Current Role at Yale University
Jon Atherton has served as the Director of Communications at Yale University since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing communication strategies and media relations for Yale's West Campus. His work includes collaboration with the Office of Public Affairs & Communications to enhance the visibility of Yale West Campus and its initiatives.
Previous Experience at Yale University
Before his current position, Jon Atherton held the role of Assistant Director at the Center for Interdisciplinary Research on AIDS at Yale from 2007 to 2012. In this capacity, he contributed to various projects and initiatives aimed at advancing research in the field of AIDS. He later served as the Administrative Director for the NIH-funded Pre- and Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the same center from 2007 to 2015.
Educational Background
Jon Atherton studied at London Metropolitan University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Ecological Science from 1994 to 1997. This educational background has informed his approach to scientific communication and collaboration in his professional roles.
Research Collaboration Initiatives
Atherton has a strong interest in fostering scientific collaborations, particularly between Yale scientists and underrepresented scholars in biomedical research. He has developed new research collaborations at the Yale School of Public Health through pilot funding programs, peer review, and NIH training programs, contributing to a more inclusive research environment.
Community Engagement and Strategy Oversight
Prior to his current role, Jon Atherton oversaw strategy and communications at Yale's Community Alliance for Research & Engagement. His efforts in this position focused on enhancing community involvement in research initiatives and promoting collaboration between academic and community stakeholders.