Tanya Scarapicchia, PhD
About Tanya Scarapicchia, PhD
Tanya Scarapicchia, PhD, is an Analyst at Shift Health in Toronto, Canada, where she has worked since 2018. She has extensive experience in public health research and program evaluation, having held various positions at Public Health Ontario and other organizations.
Work at Shift Health
Tanya Scarapicchia has been an Analyst at Shift Health since 2018. In this role, she has contributed to the development of evidence-based training resources and played a significant part in business development by creating proposals and pitch presentations. Her work involves advising and collaborating with a diverse range of clients, including academics, healthcare professionals, and industry executives on complex strategic initiatives.
Previous Experience in Public Health
Prior to her current role, Scarapicchia held multiple positions at Public Health Ontario. She served as a Research Facilitator from 2016 to 2018 and as a Senior Research Coordinator for eight months in 2016. Additionally, she was a Visiting Research Fellow for three months in 2015. Her work at Public Health Ontario involved coordinating research efforts and facilitating projects aimed at improving public health outcomes.
Education and Expertise
Tanya Scarapicchia earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Kinesiology from the University of Toronto, where she studied from 2012 to 2016. She also holds a Master of Arts (MA) in Kinesiology and Physical Education from McGill University, completed between 2010 and 2012. Her academic background includes a Bachelor of Science (BSc) with Honours in Kinesiology and a Minor in Psychology from McGill University, obtained from 2007 to 2010.
Research and Evaluation Roles
Scarapicchia has extensive experience in research and evaluation. She worked as a Research Assistant and Program Evaluator at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada from 2012 to 2013, collaborating with the University of British Columbia. Additionally, she served as a Health Promotion Consultant at the McGill University Health Centre from 2011 to 2012, where she contributed to health promotion initiatives.
Teaching and Coordination Experience
Tanya Scarapicchia has held various teaching and coordination roles. She was a Teaching Assistant at McGill University from 2010 to 2012. Earlier, she worked as a Sport and Recreation Coordinator at Portage Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Centre for Adolescents for two months in 2009. These positions reflect her commitment to education and community health.