Godson Onwubiko
Florissant,MO
Summary
Public health executive with expertise in research coordination, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement. Combines data analysis, program development, and health education with experience guiding studies, managing budgets, and reporting compliance. Known for building agency relationships, improving workflow, and aligning services with community health needs.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
International Foundation For Health
St. Louis, MO
08.2013 - Current
- Managed 14 staff, guiding development, production, promotion, and financial aspects of health education, streamlining operations and improving program delivery
- Developed policies and objectives, appraised programs, and initiated health science study requirements, enhancing organizational effectiveness
- Worked with stakeholders to drive product and service definition, leading to improved alignment with community health needs
- Executed training programs and developed strategic plans, improving staff competency and supporting organizational growth
- Oversaw process improvement initiatives, resulting in greater operational efficiency
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships, including negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts, to secure beneficial agreements
- Provided technical advice to state and local health agencies and various other health-related organizations, strengthening partnerships and expanding outreach
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives, expanding organizational influence
Adjunct Science Professor
Harris Stowe State University
St. Louis, MO
06.2005 - 06.2013
- Taught introductory and upper level courses in biology, fostering students' commitment to lifelong learning by connecting course materials to broader themes and current events
- Developed and delivered engaging lectures to undergraduate students, increasing course comprehension and participation
- Created course materials including syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts to ensure clarity and alignment with learning objectives
- Wrote, administered, and graded midterm and final examinations, maintaining academic standards and evaluating student progress
- Supervised and evaluated students' laboratory work, improving practical skills and scientific understanding
- Tracked students' academic performance and identified those needing assistance and referred struggling students to campus resources to support their success
- Assisted students in utilizing technology for educational research to support educational research, enhancing research capabilities
- Participated in college events to promote student involvement in the college community to enhance student engagement and foster commitment to undergraduate teaching
Research Assistant
Washington University School Of Medicine
St. Louis, MO
04.2002 - 11.2003
- Collected, entered, analyzed, and presented data to ensure accuracy in support of research objectives
- Assisted principal investigator and research manager with administrative tasks for day-to-day operations of research projects, streamlining workflow
- Coordinated meetings with community, faculty, research, and support staff to enhance collaboration
- Completed reports for government and agency officials, ensuring compliance and transparency
- Attended training and in-service sessions, enhancing research skills and knowledge
- Contributed to design and creation of communications and public relations tools, increasing project visibility
Research Coordinator
Saint Louis University School Of Public Health
St. Louis, MO
07.2000 - 10.2002
- Coordinated development, implementation, and maintenance of community health research studies, achieving project milestones and enhancing study effectiveness
- Conducted follow-up surveys and collected data from existing projects, elevating data quality and enriching research outcomes
- Facilitated communication and collaboration as liaison between local and state government agencies, fostering stronger partnerships
- Provided consulting assistance to various organizations, supporting public health initiatives
Education
Master of Science - Public Health
St Louis University School of Public Health
St. Louis, MO12-2002
M.D. - Medicine
Universidad Tecnologica De Santiago
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic12-2000
Bachelor's degree - Biology
Saint Louis University
St Louis Missouri05-1986
Skills
- Healthcare management
- Healthcare analytics
- EHS
- Process improvement
- Data analysis
- Study design leadership
- Budget management
- Contract negotiation
- Strategic partnerships
- Executive sales strategies
- Executive leadership
- Executive team leadership
- Senior leadership
- Training
- Policy & process development
- Stakeholder engagement
- Team building training
- Power BI
- Data management
- Project communication
- Safety inspections for hazard identification
- Safety audits for hazard identification
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Employee relationship building
- Strategic communication
- Executive support
Personal Information
Availability: Anywhere
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer
International Foundation For Health
08.2013 - Current
Adjunct Science Professor
Harris Stowe State University
06.2005 - 06.2013
Research Assistant
Washington University School Of Medicine
04.2002 - 11.2003
Research Coordinator
Saint Louis University School Of Public Health
07.2000 - 10.2002
Master of Science - Public Health
St Louis University School of Public Health
M.D. - Medicine
Universidad Tecnologica De Santiago
Bachelor's degree - Biology
Saint Louis University