Emma A. Blackson, MPH, M.S.

Emma A. Blackson, MPH, M.S. has a diverse work experience spanning several organizations and roles. Emma A. is currently working as a Senior Research Analyst at BCT Partners since 2023. Prior to this, they worked at PolicyLab at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia where they held multiple roles including Research Collaborator, Clinical Research Assistant II, Clinical Research Assistant I, and Research Intern. Their responsibilities included designing, administering, and monitoring clinical trials, analyzing clinical data, ensuring compliance with protocols, and conducting literature reviews.

Emma also served as a Teaching Assistant for MSSP 629: Research and Evaluation at the School of Social Policy & Practice at the University of Pennsylvania from 2020 to 2021. In this role, they assisted the professor in course design, preparation of materials, and providing support to students.

In 2017, Emma completed an Independent Study at Temple University focusing on unconscious bias among medical students. Emma A. produced a guidebook for medical students that addressed ways to challenge their unconscious bias and its impact on patients' health outcomes.

Earlier in their career, Emma worked as a Childhood & Adolescent Educator I at The Salvation Army Kroc Center, a Grant and Public Health Policy Intern at Susan G. Komen Philadelphia, and an Assistant Group Leader at Carson Valley Children's Aid. Emma A. also served as a Board Member and Student Leader Advisor at Quality Education Youth Collective, where they developed and facilitated leadership lessons for Philadelphia Schools and organized a city-wide symposium on school leadership ideas.

Overall, Emma A. Blackson, MPH, M.S. has demonstrated a strong commitment to research, clinical trial management, teaching, addressing health disparities, and youth leadership development throughout their career.

Emma A. Blackson, MPH, M.S. has a strong educational background in the field of public health and social sciences. Emma A. obtained a Bachelor's degree in Public Health from Temple University in the years 2014 to 2018. Emma then pursued further education at the University of Pennsylvania, where they earned both a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from 2018 to 2020 and a Master of Science (MS) degree in Social Policy from 2018 to 2019.

Currently, Emma is enrolled in a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program at Tulane University, specializing in Social, Behavioral, and Population Sciences, which they expect to complete by 2025.

Aside from their degrees, Emma has also obtained several certifications to enhance their professional qualifications. In 2018, they successfully completed the Fire Safety, HIPPA Certification, and Information Security and Data Protection programs offered by the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

Emma's diverse educational background and additional certifications demonstrate their commitment to public health and their dedication to enhancing their knowledge and skills in the field.