Muftau Shinaba
Laurel,MD
Summary
Dedicated public health professional who brings a strong background in spearheading essential initiatives within tobacco control, cancer prevention, and addressing minority health disparities. Committed to utilizing evidence-based approaches and collaborative strategies to enact meaningful health outcomes and policy changes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Scientific Research Associate (NIH Contract)
Strategix Management LLC
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Key projects included the drafting and implementation of the NIH Tobacco Control Monograph and the coordination of the Tobacco Regulatory Science Program alongside the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- Led 10+ research projects focusing on the behavioral and social science aspects of tobacco use and control within the National Cancer Institute’s (NCI) Tobacco Control Research Branch (TCRB)
- Orchestrated comprehensive tracking and oversight for all incoming and active grants funded by the FDA's Center for Tobacco Products (CTP), ensuring strict adherence to regulatory guidelines and streamlining research processes for maximum efficiency and compliance
- Provided analytical support by assessing raw data and conducting scientific literature reviews on the correlation between tobacco and alcohol use and the risk of developing cancer, providing actionable insights for policy and public health strategies
- Developed and implemented operating procedures and project plans, enabling clients to achieve timely completion of project-specific tasks and deliverables.
FDA Health Communications Fellowship (ORISE)
Food and Drug Administration, Center for Tobacco Products
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Played a pivotal role in formative research and evaluation strategies for increasing the reach and public health impact of Center for Tobacco Products (CTP) campaigns, including Fresh Empire and Next Legends, aligning with best practices in behavior change communication
- Synthesized complex tobacco survey data and peer-reviewed literature to ensure CTP’s communications were supported by the best available science, reflecting the most up-to-date information and statistics
- Interpreted and communicated complex scientific information to ensure comprehension and accessibility across various CTP audiences
- Conducted scientific reviews of content for FDA’s tobacco public health education campaigns and regulatory communications, maintaining rigorous standards for accuracy and relevance
- Managed and maintained resources for scientific review, establishing a robust and reliable knowledge base for the development and evaluation of health communication strategies.
Senior Research Assistant
Truth Initiative, Schroeder Institute
08.2016 - 03.2021
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of campaign materials aimed at reducing smoking, vaping, and prescription opioid use among youth and young adults, resulting in increased campaign receptivity, enhanced viewership metrics, and raising behavioral awareness
- Developed a comprehensive process for the accurate substantiation and fact-checking of crucial information used in advertising, public relations, and key organizational documents
- Expertly managed and analyzed large datasets including PATH, YRBS, and Nielsen data by employing programming tools such as Excel, SAS, and STATA, providing key market insights and supporting strategic public health interventions
- Co-authored influential publications on e-cigarette use, contributing to policy shaping and advancing public health discourse through comprehensive research and analysis.
Education
Master of Public Health (MPH) - Health Equity
08.2019 - 05.2022
GPA: 3.881
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Community Health
07.2011 - 12.2015
Skills
- Research Methods
- Data Analysis and Interpretation
- Health Policy Analysis
- Epidemiology and Biostatistics
- Program Evaluation
- Grants Management
- Portfolio Analysis
- Attention to Detail
- Health Equity Advocacy
Certification
- CITI—Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (Responsible Conduct of Research), January 2022
- NIH—National Institute of Health (Conflict of Interest Certification), November 2019
Affiliations
- APHA—American Public Health Association
- SRNT—Society of Research on Nicotine and Tobacco
- SHC—Society for Health Communication
Conference Presentations
Modeling the Impact of EVALI on Nielsen E-Cigarette Data, Society of Research on Nicotine and Tobacco Conference, New Orleans, LA, 03/01/20
Applications
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SAS
- STATA
- Adobe Acrobat
- Qualtrics
- SurveyMonkey
- EndNote
- PubMed
- NIH RePORTER
- Covidence
Country Of Citizenship
United States
Publications
- Shinaba M. Examining the State-Level, and Racial and Ethnic Impact of Cigarette Taxes on Youth Smoking and Cessation. Master’s Thesis. University of Maryland; 2022.
- Kreslake JM, Diaz MC, Shinaba M, Vallone DM, Hair EC. Youth and young adult risk perceptions and behaviours in response to an outbreak of e-cigarette/vaping-associated lung injury (EVALI) in the USA. Tob Control. 2022;31(1):88-97. doi:10.1136/tobaccocontrol-2020-056090
- Rath JM, Pitzer L, Carnegie B, Shinaba M, Vallone D, Parks I, Tertzakian K, Smith D, Stewart-Reid C, Hair EC. Building capacity to implement tobacco-free policies in college and university settings with underserved populations. Tob Prev Cessat. 2019 Apr 2;5:14. doi: 10.18332/tpc/105677.
Timeline
Scientific Research Associate (NIH Contract) - Strategix Management LLC
08.2022 - 07.2023
FDA Health Communications Fellowship (ORISE) - Food and Drug Administration, Center for Tobacco Products
03.2021 - 08.2022
University of Maryland, College Park - Master of Public Health (MPH), Health Equity
08.2019 - 05.2022
Senior Research Assistant - Truth Initiative, Schroeder Institute
08.2016 - 03.2021
University of Maryland, College Park - Bachelor of Science (BS), Community Health
07.2011 - 12.2015