Elizabeth Ekren
Research Associate @Translational Health Research Center
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WORK HISTORY
Research Associate @Translational Health Research Center
San Marcos, TX, US
Conduct community-informed, mixed-methods research focusing on applied health sociology and population health analytics• Examine how place-based and social determinants of health influence health outcomes and disparities in Texas communities• Investigate topics such as rural health, social vulnerability, and emergency preparedness to inform public health strategies• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure research is relevant and beneficial to local populations
EDUCATION
Yale University
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Russian Language
The University of Bonn
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Development Economics and International Development
University of Oxford
Master of Science, Russian and East European Studies
Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center
Associate’s Degree, German Language
SKILLS
ABOUT ELIZABETH EKREN
As a Research Associate @ the TXST Translational Health Research Center, I contribute to applied sociological research emphasizing community health, resilience, and population health analytics. My work examines the non-medical drivers of health, geographic health differences, and community- and individual-level resource variability, generating actionable insights to inform public health and emergency preparedness strategies in community contexts. With my experiences in community-oriented and participatory research, I collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure the relevance and impact of research findings in support of building healthier, more resilient populations.As a dynamic and adaptable individual, I offer 10+ years of experience in: Designing, conducting, and managing original qualitative and quantitative research in applied and academic settings Building, implementing, positioning, measuring and evaluating program service offerings Managing project teams and coordinating across multiple departments and channels Writing and presenting research findings across multiple communication channels for a variety of audiences Leading individual consulting engagements and vendor relationships Speaking at national and international conferences
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