Jessica Puri, PhD MPH
Bellwood,IL
Summary
Dedicated and experienced healthcare professional with a robust public health, education, project management, and healthcare administration background. Equipped with a strong health sciences and stakeholder engagement foundation, I seek to leverage my expertise to contribute effectively as the Deputy Chief of Staff – Healthcare Administration for Cook County. Committed to driving impactful healthcare initiatives and improving community health outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lecturer
Northwestern University
08.2020 - Current
- Delivering engaging and interactive lectures on various topics within the field of public health to undergraduate and graduate students
- Developing and designing course syllabi, learning objectives, and instructional materials in alignment with academic standards and program requirements
- Conducting thorough research to stay updated on current trends, emerging issues, and advancements in public health theory, practice, and policy
- Facilitating class discussions, group activities, and case studies to foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative learning among students
- Providing individualized support and guidance to students, offering constructive feedback on assignments, projects, and examinations
- Utilizing instructional technologies and multimedia tools to enhance teaching effectiveness and student engagement
- Mentor and supervise students in their research projects, internships, or practicum experiences, providing guidance and assistance as needed.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Led seminars and workshops to facilitate student learning and engagement and increase memory retention.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
- Utilized distance learning technology to instruct students remotely.
- Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
Research & Writing Consultant (Contract)
Sahiyo
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Conducted in-depth research on assigned topics
- Collected, analyzed, and interpreted data
- Liaised with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to understand needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Provided writing support and expertise
- Ensured compliance with relevant guidelines
- Contributed to disseminating research findings.
Digital Writer, Health & Research (Contract)
Kooth Digital Health
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Contributed to the research, writing, editing and delivery of live events in the Kooth mental health app
- Utilized exceptional reasearch research, writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce 80+ Kooth app content pieces relevant to college-age students, immigrants BIPOC, and at-promise youth
- Collaborated with team members on topic ideation to determine key audience personas and goals.
Health Educator
Robert Crown Center for Health Education
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Delivered drug and sex education programs
- Ensured educational, engaging, and scientifically accurate program content and delivery
- Applyed theory to education projects
- Maintained expertise in health content, learning standards, and child development
- Utilized best practices while teaching student and adult audiences
- Engaged different web-based platforms for instruction and documentation.
Executive Assistant & HR Assist
MATTER Healthcare Incubator
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Reviewed and recommended changes to company policies & grant applications
- Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
- Managed phone calls and emails for company executives
- Created regular reports and updated internal databases
- Acted as the point of contact between executives and employees/clients
- Coordinated daily calendars of company executives.
- Organized new employee orientation schedules for new hires.
- Delivered friendly assistance with new hires throughout interviewing and hiring process.
- Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews.
Graduate Assistant/ Office Administrator
Center for Community Health Equity
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Authored the pilot annual review of Chicago health equity-related works published in 2016
- Led and transcribed research interviews
- Recruited and managed 'Working Papers' series for The Center
- Developed and executed integrated communication strategies
- Lead a team of interns, overseeing project timelines, content creation, and media relations.
- Analyzed acquired information and presented to professors.
- Assisted faculty members with data collection for potential academic publications.
- Developed and managed organized, orderly student databases and tracking systems.
Development Assistant
AIDS Foundation of Chicago
11.2015 - 06.2016
- Conducted thorough research to identify potential grant opportunities
- Assisted in developing compelling grant proposals
- Collaborated with program staff to collect data and information
- Drafted sections of grant proposals
- Reviewed and edited grant proposals.
- Identified training needs and developed content while evaluating existing programs.
- Executed individual business plan to exceed revenue goals and quotas related to growth and new income sources.
Education
Ph.D. - Integrated Health Sciences
Feinberg School of Medicine
Chicago, IL06.2023
Master of Public Health - Public Health & Certificate in Community Health
DePaul University
Chicago06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2015
Skills
- Healthcare Administration
- Public Health Policy & Program Development
- Project Management & Strategic Planning
- Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Research & Data Analysis
- Grant Writing & Resource Mobilization
- Health Equity & Community Outreach
- Team Leadership & Mentorship
- Online Class Discussion
- Lecture development
- Academic Publication
- Discussion Facilitation
Timeline
Digital Writer, Health & Research (Contract)
Kooth Digital Health
10.2023 - 05.2024
Research & Writing Consultant (Contract)
Sahiyo
07.2022 - 07.2024
Lecturer
Northwestern University
08.2020 - Current
Health Educator
Robert Crown Center for Health Education
12.2018 - 01.2020
Executive Assistant & HR Assist
MATTER Healthcare Incubator
05.2017 - 05.2018
Graduate Assistant/ Office Administrator
Center for Community Health Equity
08.2016 - 05.2017
Development Assistant
AIDS Foundation of Chicago
11.2015 - 06.2016
Ph.D. - Integrated Health Sciences
Feinberg School of Medicine
Master of Public Health - Public Health & Certificate in Community Health
DePaul University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Loyola University of Chicago