Sandra Halverson, PhD, Mph
About Sandra Halverson, PhD, Mph
Sandra Halverson, PhD, MPH, serves as Vice President and Chief Scientist at DLH Corporation and Social & Scientific Systems. With a background in epidemiology and extensive experience in academia and research, she has held various positions at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and GlaxoSmithKline.
Current Role at DLH Corporation
Sandra Halverson serves as Vice President and Chief Scientist at DLH Corporation. She has held this position since 2020, contributing her expertise in epidemiology and public health. Her role involves overseeing scientific initiatives and guiding research projects within the organization. Halverson's background in epidemiology supports her leadership in developing strategies that align with DLH's mission.
Previous Experience at Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Halverson worked at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in various capacities. She served as an Assistant Professor of Medicine and Cancer Epidemiologist from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, she was the Associate Director of Graduate Studies at the Institute for Medicine and Public Health for one year during the same period. Since 2012, she has been an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Medicine, continuing her academic involvement.
Experience at Social & Scientific Systems
Halverson held multiple roles at Social & Scientific Systems. She served as Project Director for The Sister Study from 2012 to 2020, where she managed research efforts focused on women's health. Subsequently, she became the Director of the Survey Research Center from 2017 to 2022 and was promoted to Vice President and Chief Scientist in 2020, a position she continues to hold.
Educational Background in Epidemiology
Halverson has a strong educational foundation in epidemiology. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Epidemiology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, completing her studies from 2000 to 2005. Additionally, she obtained a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Epidemiology and Biostatistics from The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences in 1996.
Undergraduate Education in Biological Sciences
Halverson completed her undergraduate studies at The University of Southern California, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biological Sciences from 1988 to 1992. This foundational education provided her with essential knowledge in the biological aspects of health and disease, which has informed her subsequent research and professional endeavors.