Lekha Vuppalapati
Healthcare Strategy & Operations Leader | Clinical Research | Digital Health | Program Management
- Role
- Nih Ncats Scientific Program Analyst (Contractor) at Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
- Location
- Arlington, VA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Lekha Vuppalapati
Healthcare and clinical research professional with a Master of Science in Medical…
Experience
Nih Ncats Scientific Program Analyst (Contractor)
Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
Mar 2024 — Present · Bethesda, MD, US
Directed cross-functional scientific research programs by leading day-to-day operations, coordinating across departments, and aligning project initiatives with strategic goals. Leveraged project management software to optimize workflows, ensuring greater on-time delivery and improved team productivity.Designed and maintained program evaluation dashboards to track clinical and operational metrics, support DEA and NCATS reporting, and guide financial planning. Enabled data-driven insights into performance and resource allocation, directly influencing funding justifications and strategic planning.Managed logistics and content development for scientific meetings and presentations, including national presentations and symposia. Drafted agendas, meeting materials, and post-event summaries, while coordinating communications with investigators and stakeholders. This streamlined stakeholder engagement and ensured alignment on program milestones.Conducted in-depth literature reviews and scientific data analysis using PubMed, Web of Science, and bibliographic software to support clinical and research initiatives. Summarized and synthesized findings into reports, slide decks, and visual materials for senior leadership, enhancing evidence-based decision-making and contributing to the successful execution of strategic program goals.
Education
University of Florida
Master of Science - MS
2022 — 2023
American University of the Caribbean
No Degree
2021 — 2022
The University of Memphis
Master of Business Administration - MBA
2020 — 2021
Rhodes College
Bachelor of Science - BS
2015 — 2019
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