Aubrey Hilbert, Ph.D.
Washington,DC
Summary
A seasoned expert in Sociology and project management, Dr. Hilbert spearheads impactful change as a trusted advisor on critical personnel and readiness issues across the Department of Defense (DoD) military and civilian communities. Dr. Hilbert executes subject matter expert roles across the Office of Force Resilience (OFR), applying extensive knowledge in research, data analysis, policy analysis, and strategic planning. Her exceptional communication skills enable her to effectively advise diverse clientele, including senior DoD leaders. Dr. Hilbert's publication record in scholarly journals and defense industry periodicals further underscores her ability to deliver strategic solutions to the DoD's most pressing people-related challenges.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Associate
Booz Allen Hamilton
11.2013 - Current
- Oversees team of 22 at DoD's Violence Prevention Cell and 35 at the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, overseeing data analytics, research, strategy/policy, communications, and legal/public affairs support to DoD's military and civilian DEIA and integrated primary prevention initiatives.
- Guides strategic priorities on mission readiness, contextualizes analytical/survey findings, and applies best practices to revise policies and programs to promote a DoD-wide (civilian and military) culture of dignity and respect, execute talent management of a diverse population, and navigate readiness challenges and operational risks to the military workforce.
- Leverages and applies contemporary social science research to revise instruments, design study approaches, and determine sampling strategies for Department-wide (e.g., Workplace Gender Relations Survey, Defense Organizational Climate Survey) and federal data collection (e.g., Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey).
- Analyzes data to identify trends and areas of improvement, informing strategic decision-making processes.
- Ensures client satisfaction with effective communication, regular progress updates, and prompt resolution of concerns.
- Evaluates team member performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Presents project updates to senior leadership regularly, highlighting successes as well as potential risks or challenges faced during execution stages.
- Optimizes resource allocation to ensure all projects are adequately staffed and met budget constraints.
- Provides critical feedback on all aspects of internally and externally funded projects produced by research institutions (e.g., Office for People Analytics, Federally-Funded Research and Development Centers) for which OFR offices are instrumental stakeholders.
- Produces information papers and delivers proposals to facilitate decisions on funding exploratory research studies.
- Contributed sexual assault prevention and response subject matter expertise, leading contract support to the Independent Review Commission on Sexual Assault in the Military, culminating in 82 recommendations in four priority areas: accountability; prevention; climate and culture; and victim care and support.
- Increased employee retention by fostering a positive work environment and recognizing outstanding performance.
Survey Design and Data Analysis Consultant
Rembrandt IP Management
08.2013 - 10.2013
- Designed survey instruments and various sampling frames and worked directly with clients and survey vendors on project-scoping, recruitment, and other survey-related concerns.
- Enhanced data-driven decision making by conducting in-depth analyses of complex datasets for various clients.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of data analysis findings into overall litigation strategy.
Research Associate
NERA Economic Consulting
06.2009 - 06.2013
- Performed quantitative and qualitative analyses employing national and government datasets, corporate databases, and survey data collected by NERA
- Conducted literature reviews tailored to project-specific research questions in fields ranging from consumer behavior to industry practices to statistical analysis and survey design.
- Provided technical guidance on experimental design and data interpretation issues for team members as needed.
- Validated incoming data to check information accuracy and integrity while independently locating and correcting concerns.
- Executed comprehensive literature reviews to inform study designs and methodology decisions.
- Distilled large amounts of information and produced reports, spreadsheets, and documents outlining key findings for legal cases.
Adjunct Professor
Temple University
06.2008 - 12.2012
- Instructed and implemented original curricula for various courses, including Introductory Social Statistics, Politics of Identity, Ethnicity and the U.S
- Immigrant Experience, Gender in America, and Human Sexuality
- Evaluated students on critical writing skills, analytical research plans, and theoretical comprehension.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Empowered students to take ownership of their education by facilitating opportunities for independent research projects within specific areas of interest.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Managed student performance using automated reporting system, leveraging data to identify student learning needs and create action plans to overcome learning deficiencies.
Teaching/Research Assistant
Temple University
08.2006 - 12.2009
- Taught and created focus labs on quantitative methods using statistical software programs for various courses
- Utilized Hierarchical Linear Modeling (HLM) to investigate the relationship between mobility rates and black residential segregation rates on a research project, compiled a database of educational institutions' competitive profiles, and synthesized sociological scholarship on the correlates of school violence.
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Sociology
Temple University
Philadelphia, PAMaster of Arts (M.A.) - Sociology
Temple University
Philadelphia, PABachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Sociology; Minor: Women's Studies
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PASkills
- Project Leadership/Management
- Cross-functional Team Coordination
- Research Dissemination
- Survey Design
- Policy Analysis
- Statistical Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Client Relationship Management
Certification
Artificial Intelligence Enablement (AI Aware)
Timeline
Lead Associate
Booz Allen Hamilton
11.2013 - Current
Survey Design and Data Analysis Consultant
Rembrandt IP Management
08.2013 - 10.2013
Research Associate
NERA Economic Consulting
06.2009 - 06.2013
Adjunct Professor
Temple University
06.2008 - 12.2012
Teaching/Research Assistant
Temple University
08.2006 - 12.2009
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Sociology
Temple University
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Sociology
Temple University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Sociology; Minor: Women's Studies
Pennsylvania State University
Artificial Intelligence Enablement (AI Aware)
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