TOSIN AKINGBULE
Fuquay-Varina,NC
Summary
Resilient and focused public health professional with recent doctoral degree in Community Health and broad expertise in disease prevention research. Dedicated, compassionate, and heavily committed to improving community health and wellbeing. Proficient in qualitative and quantitative research methods and analysis with track record of success in independent and team-driven research environments. Experienced in presenting research findings at conferences and for journal publications.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
University of Illinois Extension, University of Illinois Urbana, Champaign
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Designed research instruments and protocols and submitted them to Institutional Review Board (IRB) for review and approval
- Developed and executed participant recruitment strategies and provided correspondence to research participants
- Conducted quantitative data analysis of using STATA and SPSS, and qualitative data analysis using NVivo and ATLAS.ti
- Provided mentorship and supervision to undergraduate students working with projects
- Adapted and implemented an existing nutrition education intervention for a new population using community engagement approach
- Conducted needs assessment using focus groups design
- Coordinated interviews and staff training for the project
- Involved with the evaluation of a multi-state randomized controlled trial aimed at the prevention of obesity among Hispanic families [implemented in Illinois, Iowa, Texas, California, and Puerto Rico]
- Involved with data analysis and management including review and update of a comprehensive data dictionary
- Reviewed and updated program materials such as lesson plans and facilitator manuals, particularly to align with the updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
Teaching Assistant
University of Illinois Urbana
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Courses taught include Organization of Healthcare, Foundations of Health Behavior, Introduction to Epidemiology, Biostatistics in Public Health, Drug Use and Abuse, Community Health Organization, and Mental Health
- Provided instruction to students who were either Master of Public Health or Community Health undergraduate students
- Effectively communicated course content to students using various teaching techniques
- Incorporated instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction
- Created and supervised classroom activities and facilitated classroom discussion sessions
- Graded students’ assignments, projects, and in-class activities
- Provided clear and constructive feedback on graded assignments
- Provided guidance and assistance to students on class projects or assignments in class and during office hours
- Calculated and reported students’ grades
- Assisted with curriculum development for CHLH 304 under the faculty retreat grant
- Created, reviewed, and updated instructional materials as needed.
Research Project Coordinator, Foodways
New Immigrant, Illinois Global Institute, University of Illinois Urbana
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Planned and implemented needs assessment for healthy diet among new immigrants and created instructional cooking videos to educate the public on how to overcome barriers related to the preparation of healthy meals in the U.S
- Coordinated project activities ranging from research instruments development to IRB application, participant recruitment, eligibility screening, facilitation of focus group discussion, analysis of focus group data, video recording, and video creation and editing
- Collaborated with the New American Welcome Center of the YMCA, the UIUC Center for African Studies, UIUC Center for Latin America and Caribbean Studies, and the University of Illinois Extension, under the Extension Collaborative Grant.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
Research Assistant
Transforming Trauma and Mental Health Laboratory, University of Illinois
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Assisted with planning, implementation, and evaluation of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) intervention to reduce mental health stigma among caregivers of Veterans
- Recruited and provided correspondence to research participants
- Conducted statistical data analysis using SPSS in preparation for national and international conference presentations.
Adjunct Instructor
Western Illinois University
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Courses taught include Methods and Techniques of Health Education, Community Health Program Development and Evaluation, and Drug Use and Abuse
- Developed syllabus and instructional plans for each course section in accordance with course objectives
- Effectively communicated course content to undergraduate students who were mostly in the Health Sciences major through the development and delivery of engaging lectures
- Developed, administered, and graded students’ assignments, projects, class activities, and exams
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Ensured that assignments, projects, class activities, and exams evaluated students’ understanding of course content and the ability to apply course content to real-world settings
- Monitored students' progress toward success in the courses taught.
Public Health Intern
McDonough District Hospital
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Assisted with planning, promotion, marketing, implementation, and evaluation of the employee wellness program
- Created promotional and educational materials targeted at the employees of the hospital to promote physical activity, weight management, and stress management.
Graduate Assistant
Western Illinois University
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Graded student’s assignments and exams and provided class coverage for courses in the Department of Health Science such as Personal Health Promotion, Drug Use and Abuse, Emergency Management
- Provided administrative support for departmental projects, programs, and websites.
Pharmacist
HealthPlus Pharmacy Magboro
11.2014 - 07.2015
- Involved with management of patients’ health conditions through the provision of integrative pharmacy products and services, patient counseling on the proper use of medications, and lifestyle modification for disease management
- Hosted annual health education campaigns for the prevention of HIV/AIDS, diabetes, and cancer
- Completed pharmacy paperwork, including daily and weekly reports
- Directly supervised interns and support staff.
- Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.
- Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
Pharmacist
Monitem Pharmacy, Sagamu
07.2014 - 09.2014
- Successfully set up of new community pharmacy to start operations in collaboration with the director
- Practiced patient-oriented and comprehensive clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care which included checking prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies, and contra-indications before dispensing medications, and conducting diabetes and high blood pressure screenings
- Supervised other pharmacists and healthcare assistants to ensure standard procedures in dispensing medications
- Provided regular training to healthcare assistants on product knowledge, ethics, and customer service
- Led the pharmacy team in achieving the objectives of the company
- Helped to achieve business objectives for the pharmacy by increasing sales by 250% in three months.
Youth Corps Pharmacist
Immanuel General Hospital
07.2013 - 06.2014
- Spearheaded educational programs in the local community of Eket targeted at reducing child and maternal mortality which were the fourth and fifth goals of MDG's respectively
- Served as a member and executive member of the Millennium Development Goals, Community Development Service (MDG's, CDS) group
- Authorized prescriptions made interventions where necessary, and dispensed medications to be administered through various routes of administration.
Intern Pharmacist
University College Hospital
06.2012 - 06.2013
- A tertiary healthcare institution where I had my one-year internship as a pharmacist and worked on weekly rotations through fourteen different pharmacy units serving various departments of the hospital
- Authorized and dispensed medications to patients in inpatient and outpatient settings and provided counseling on the proper use of medications and lifestyle modifications needed to maximize treatment outcomes.
Education
Ph.D. Community Health - Health
University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
Champaign, IL2023
M.S Public Health - Health Sciences
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL2017
B. Pharm - Pharmacy
Obafemi Awolowo University
Nigeria2011
Skills
- Public Health Program Development
- Program Implementation and Evaluation
- Conference Presentations
- Application for Human Subject Research
- Publication Preparation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Questionnaire Development
- Statistical Analysis
- Literature Reviews
- Mixed Method Research
- Project Management
Timeline
Research Project Coordinator, Foodways
New Immigrant, Illinois Global Institute, University of Illinois Urbana
01.2021 - 05.2022
Research Assistant
University of Illinois Extension, University of Illinois Urbana, Champaign
08.2019 - 05.2023
Teaching Assistant
University of Illinois Urbana
08.2018 - 05.2023
Research Assistant
Transforming Trauma and Mental Health Laboratory, University of Illinois
08.2018 - 05.2019
Adjunct Instructor
Western Illinois University
01.2018 - 05.2018
Public Health Intern
McDonough District Hospital
06.2017 - 08.2017
Graduate Assistant
Western Illinois University
08.2015 - 06.2017
Pharmacist
HealthPlus Pharmacy Magboro
11.2014 - 07.2015
Pharmacist
Monitem Pharmacy, Sagamu
07.2014 - 09.2014
Youth Corps Pharmacist
Immanuel General Hospital
07.2013 - 06.2014
Intern Pharmacist
University College Hospital
06.2012 - 06.2013
Ph.D. Community Health - Health
University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
M.S Public Health - Health Sciences
Western Illinois University
B. Pharm - Pharmacy
Obafemi Awolowo University
Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
Master Project Manager, International Project Management Academy (IPMA)
American Heart Association Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Instructor
Certification
Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
Master Project Manager, International Project Management Academy (IPMA)
American Heart Association Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Instructor
Additional Information
- AWARDS , UIUC University Fellowship Block Grant. Amount: $2,500
- UIUC 2021 Graduate Conference Award. Amount: $325.
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PEER-REVIEWED JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS AND ABSTRACTS
Akingbule, O., Teran-Garcia, M., Fabusoro, O., Okoye, S. & Alston, R. (2023). Impact of
Culturally Tailored Nutrition Education and Physical Activity Intervention on Fruits and Vegetable Intake of Nigerian Immigrants [Poster presentation]. Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 55(7), S79-80
Akingbule, O., Teran-Garcia, M. & Alston, R (in review). Exploring the Dietary Practices and
Perceptions of African Immigrants in Illinois- A Qualitative Study of immigrants from Nigeria and Congo. Journal of Ethnicity and Health.
Akingbule, O., Teran-Garcia, M., Panumpabi, O., & Alston, R. (2021). Exploring the Dietary
Behaviors and Perceptions of African Immigrants: A Qualitative Study of Nigerian and Congolese Immigrants. [Poster presentation]. Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 53(7), S61. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jneb.2021.04.138
Ayosanmi, O. S., Alli, B. Y., Akingbule, O. A., Alaga, A. H., Perepelkin, J., Marjorie, D., ... &
Taylor, J. (2022). Prevalence and Correlates of Self-Medication Practices for Prevention and Treatment of COVID-19: A Systematic Review. Antibiotics, 11(6), 808. https://doi.org/10.3390/antibiotics11060808
the influence of rumination, gender, and trait affect.
Quote
We can manage to be average in what we dabble in but can, with less effort, be the best in what we are made for!
Tosin Akingbule
CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
Akingbule, O., Teran-Garcia, M., Berg, A., Alston, R. (2023, Nov [submitted]). Improving
Physical Activity Practices Among Nigerian Immigrants Using Culturally Tailored Intervention. APHA Annual Meeting and Expo.
Akingbule, O., Teran-Garcia, M. (2023, May 23). Designing a Culturally Acceptable
Intervention for African Immigrant Population [oral presentation]. National Health Outreach and Engagement Conference. Cornell University campus.
Akingbule, O., Teran-Garcia, M., Fabusoro, O., Okoye, S. & Alston, R. (2023, July 21). Impact
of Culturally Tailored Nutrition Education and Physical Activity Intervention on Fruits and Vegetable Intake of Nigerian Immigrants [Poster presentation]. Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior Annual Conference. Washington DC.
Akingbule, O., Alston, R., Barragan, M., & Teran-Garcia, M. (2021, October 21). Adaptation of
an Obesity Prevention Intervention for use Among African immigrants [Poster presentation]. APHA Annual Meeting and Expo. Virtual conference.
Akingbule, O., Teran-Garcia, M., Panumpabi, O., & Alston, R. (2021, Aug 10). Exploring the
Dietary Behaviors and Perceptions of African Immigrants: A Qualitative Study of Nigerian and Congolese Immigrants [Poster presentation]. Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior Annual Conference. Virtual conference.
Caitlin, C., Adamson, B., Frasca, B., Santes, R., Bensken J., Akingbule, O., Fujimoto, E. (2021,
Nov 12). Teaching Autoethnography to Community Health Students Amid a Global Pandemic. [Oral presentation]. CEAD (Contemporary Ethnography Across the Disciplines) 2021 Virtual Hui. Virtual conference.
Laprise, J., Akingbule, O., & Gobin, R. L. (November 2020). Determinants of Posttraumatic
Growth: Assessing the Influence of Rumination, Gender, and Trait Affect. Virtual poster presentation at the 36th Annual Meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies.
Doro, K., Akingbule, O., Teran-Garcia, M. (2020, April). Acculturation among African Immigrant
Populations and its association with Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors. [Poster presentation]. Undergraduate Research Symposium the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign. Virtual conference.
Long, J., Castillo, Y., Mendoza., Akingbule, O., Barragan, M., Teran-Garcia, M. (2020, April). It
Takes Two: Analyzing the Association Between Maternal Depression and Childhood Obesity [Poster presentation]. Undergraduate Research Symposium University of Illinois Urbana Champaign. Virtual conference. [Award recipient for Outstanding Poster Presentation in Health & Wellness.]
Gobin, R. L., Laprise, J., Akingbule, O., Nathan, J., Tassone, M. (June 2019). Evaluating
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Public Stigma Towards Veterans. Presentation at the 2019 Association for Contextual Behavioral Science World Conference, Dublin, Ireland.
Akingbule, O. (2017, March 3). Prevention of Childhood Obesity in the United States [Poster
presentation]. Western Illinois University Graduate Research Conference. Macomb Illinois USA.
Akingbule, O. (2016, April 19). Effects of Ethnic Disparities on the Mental Health of American
Children [Oral presentation]. Minority Health Month event at Western Illinois University. Macomb Illinois USA.
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