Amarachi Mbadugha
About Amarachi Mbadugha
Amarachi Mbadugha is a research intern with a diverse background in educational and clinical roles. She has worked at various institutions, including the University of Pennsylvania and the National Institutes of Health, while pursuing degrees in Healthcare Management & Policy and General Biology.
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
Amarachi Mbadugha serves as a Research Intern at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2023. In this role, she engages in various research activities, contributing to the NIH's mission of advancing medical research. Her work at NIH is part of her broader commitment to the field of translational medicine and therapeutics.
Experience at University of Pennsylvania
Amarachi Mbadugha has been involved with the University of Pennsylvania in multiple capacities. Currently, she works as a Clinical Research Study Assistant at the Perelman School of Medicine, where she has been since 2023. Previously, she was a Teaching Fellow for the Educational Pipeline Program at the Netter Center for Community Partnerships from 2022 to 2023. Her research activities at the university include participation in the ICU Circadian Rhythms Study at the Fitzgerald Lab.
Professional Background
Amarachi Mbadugha has a diverse professional background. She worked as a Financial Accountant and Technical Coordinator at Christ Embassy International from 2017 to 2021. Additionally, she held positions at PwC as a Non-Profit Consulting Extern in 2022 and Bain & Company as a Freshmen Leadership Accelerator. She also served in leadership roles at the Black Wharton Undergraduate Association, including Vice President of Internal Affairs and Director of Social Impact.
Educational Qualifications
Amarachi Mbadugha has pursued a strong educational path. She studied at Hammond High School, earning her High School Diploma from 2017 to 2021. She is currently enrolled at the University of Pennsylvania, where she is working towards a Bachelor of Arts in General Biology and a Bachelor of Science in Economics with a focus on Healthcare Management & Policy, expected to graduate in 2025.
Teaching Experience
In addition to her research and professional roles, Amarachi Mbadugha has teaching experience as a Strings Instructor at the Maryland Music Academy since 2021. This position allows her to share her knowledge and skills in music education while contributing to the development of students in Columbia, Maryland.