Jim Weinstein
MSU Athlete Engineering | Human Performance | Workforce Preservation | Senior Healthcare Executive
- Role
- Interim Director, Athlete Engineering Institute at Mississippi State University
- Location
- Dayton, OH, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Jim Weinstein
I serve as the Deputy Director of the Athlete Engineering Institute at Mississippi State University, where I bring over 25 years of military healthcare leadership and a passion for advancing human performance.As a former Air Force Medical Group Commander and Executive Director with 12+ years of C-suite experience, I’ve led large, multidisciplinary teams, developed enterprise-level strategies, shaped policy, and delivered mission-critical results in complex, resource-constrained environments. I believe in people-first leadership, talent development, and empowering teams to innovate boldly.I hold a Ph.D. in Human Nutrition, along with Master’s degrees in both Business Administration and Human Nutrition. I leverage my scientific and operational background to mentor high-performing teams and foster cutting-edge solutions in health, human performance, and beyond.I’ve lectured nationally on transformational leadership, accelerating innovation, and leading through change. I’m known as a collaborative, driven, and thoughtful leader who brings energy, professionalism, and strategic clarity to every mission.My passion is inspiring “better-than-great” teams to accomplish seemingly impossible goals by operating at the speed of innovation.
Experience
Interim Director, Athlete Engineering Institute
Jul 2025 — Present · Starkville, MS, US
At the Athlete Engineering Institute, I lead innovative research aimed at optimizing human performance for military, sports, and workforce environments. My role involves translating advanced performance science into practical applications while developing partnerships that enhance collaborative research efforts.
Education
University of Connecticut
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Human Nutrition
University of Connecticut
Master of Science - MS, Nutrition Sciences
USAF Air War College
Military and Strategic Leadership
Webster University
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
Rutgers University
Bachelor's degree, Nutrition Sciences
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