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Sam Ingram
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
As a recent graduate of Pitt Public Health in Behavioral and Community Health Sciences, I have experience in public health programming, research, and community-based interventions. I’m passionate about advocacy, community building, and health equity, and I strive to develop programming and interventions that center the voices and needs of marginalized communities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Pittsburgh, School of Public Health
10.2023 - Current
- Performed over 50 semi-structured interviews with LGBTQ+ youth
- Conducted qualitative analysis techniques including Rapid Qualitative Analysis and thematic coding
- Designed and led Community Collaborative group sessions with LGBTQ+ youth
- Developed and monitored survey data through REDCap
- Contributed as first author to manuscript submitted for publication
Shelter Staff
Pittsburgh Mercy
01.2024 - Current
- Supported shelter residents through development of goals, regular check-ins, and compassionate communication
- Conducted intake assessments with new residents
- Used de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques to intervene in crisis situations
Research Assistant
Oregon Health and Sciences University
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Maintained several lines of transgenic mice, including breeding and genotyping
- Performed perfusions and tissue analysis, through cryostat sectioning, immunohistochemistry, and Apotome light microscopy
- Assisted with viral cloning, including the production and testing of several plasmids to be used in vivo
- Performed quantitative analysis using Zen and Image J software
Education
Master of Public Health - Behavioral And Community Health Sciences
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Experimental Neuroscience And Psychology
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg05-2021
Skills
- Data Analysis Expertise
- R Programming Proficiency
- Self-directed and motivated
- Interviewing
Publications
Duncan, G.J., Ingram, S.D., Emberley, K. et al. Remyelination protects neurons from DLK-mediated neurodegeneration. Nat Commun 15, 9148 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-024-53429-5
Ingram, S.D., et al. Social Media Savvy: How LGBTQ+ Youth Create Positive and Affirming Experiences Online (Under Review)
Interests
Timeline
Shelter Staff
Pittsburgh Mercy
01.2024 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Pittsburgh, School of Public Health
10.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
Oregon Health and Sciences University
06.2021 - 05.2023
Master of Public Health - Behavioral And Community Health Sciences
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science - Experimental Neuroscience And Psychology
Virginia Tech
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