Lynne Klasko-Foster, PhD, MS
Providence,RI
Summary
Results-oriented Social and Implementation Scientist with a proven track record at Johnson & Johnson, focused on advancing health equity through innovative data strategies. Adept in mixed methods research design, clinical trials, and program evaluation, I possess a strong analytical mindset and a positive approach to problem-solving. With a solid foundation in scientific research and a proven ability to adapt to new challenges, I am skilled in data analysis and poised to make impactful contributions through rigorous inquiry. Committed to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture, I actively promote collaboration and alignment with organizational values
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Implementation Scientist, Global Health Equity
Johnson & Johnson, Med Tech
12.2023 - Current
- Leader of data monitoring and evaluation strategy for cross-functional J&J Vision and Global Surgery programs in Africa, Asia, and the Americas
- Co-author of Program Monitoring and Evaluation Playbook for J&J Global Health Equity, which serves as a roadmap for data collection and dissemination across therapeutic areas
- Pillar lead for the Women in Surgery Initiative, a program to retain and advance female surgeons in resource limited settings through training, research support, and mentorship
- Scientific leader for program evaluation activities, including protocol and tool development, internal compliance and approval, country/institutional ethics and regulatory processes, and reporting
- Workstream leader for J&J Global Health Equity Culture and Talent team, which aims to create a sense of belonging and trust for employees
Principal Scientist, Global Public Health
Johnson and Johnson Innovative Medicine
04.2022 - 11.2023
- Study responsible scientist providing scientific leadership for phase 3 clinical trial evidence generation
- Principal oversight in the development of protocols for qualitative and quantitative research concepts
- Lead social scientist for patient and provider sub-studies to the CARES trial, a long-acting injectable HIV antiretroviral clinical trial in Kenya, Uganda and South Africa
- Manager of adaptable study workplans, budget approvals and revisions, and overseeing USD 2M-25M in clinical trial study budgets for clinical trials in sub-Saharan Africa
Education
Ph.D. - Community Health And Health Behavior
SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY06-2019
Master of Science - Public Health
SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY06-2018
MPH - Maternal And Child Health
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2010
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY05-2005
Skills
- Quantitative/qualitative methods
- Statistical modeling
- Proficient in Mplus, R, Stata, SPSS
- Clinical drug trials
- Scientific writing and publication
- Relationship building
Postgraduate Training
NIMH T32 - Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (7/2019 - 6/2022)
Brown University, Alpert Medical School, Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior
School of Public Health, Center for Health Promotion and Health Equity Research
- NIMH K01 Award, Title: A Provider-focused Intervention to Increase PrEP Access, Shared Decision Making, and Initiation at Community Retail Health Clinics; Role: Principal Investigator; Impact Score: 22; Year: 2022
- Postdoctoral COVID-19 pilot projects, Title: Exploring Barriers to COVID-19 Vaccination in the Deep South; Role: Principal Investigator; Completed 2022
Timeline
Implementation Scientist, Global Health Equity
Johnson & Johnson, Med Tech
12.2023 - Current
Principal Scientist, Global Public Health
Johnson and Johnson Innovative Medicine
04.2022 - 11.2023
Ph.D. - Community Health And Health Behavior
SUNY At Buffalo
Master of Science - Public Health
SUNY At Buffalo
MPH - Maternal And Child Health
University of Illinois At Chicago
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Rochester
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