Logan Nickels

Logan Nickels, PhD has a diverse background in research and leadership roles. In 2017, they joined the Male Contraceptive Initiative as the Research Director, where they managed an $8M portfolio of grants and investments focused on male contraceptive research and development. Logan also established partnerships with public and private entities and led advocacy and communication efforts.

In 2022, Logan became the Chief Scientific Officer at the Contraceptive Accelerator Network, a mission-driven virtual startup. In this role, they directed the preclinical development of contraceptive products for those who produce sperm. Logan managed scientific studies, grant writing, regulatory strategy, and external partnerships.

Prior to that, Logan worked as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Pennsylvania, conducting innovative research into infectious diseases. Logan also mentored students, taught graduate-level courses, and contributed to grant writing and science communication efforts.

Before their time at the University of Pennsylvania, Logan served as a Visiting Lecturer at the Community College of Philadelphia, where they communicated science and engaged in discussions about science policy and its impact on the community.

Logan's career began as a Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant at the University of Oklahoma, where they conducted independent research on antibiotic resistance mechanisms in bacteria. Logan also developed educational materials and collaborated with researchers in academia and the private sector.

Additionally, Logan has experience in leadership as the Station Manager at KJHK 90.7 FM, overseeing a team of over 150 students at the University of Kansas' radio station. Logan also worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the University of Kansas.

Overall, Logan Nickels, PhD has a strong background in research, leadership, grant writing, and science communication in various academic and non-profit settings.

Logan Nickels, PhD, completed a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Biochemistry at The University of Kansas, where they studied from 2006 to 2010. Dr. Nickels then pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biochemistry at the University of Oklahoma, where they completed their studies from 2010 to 2015.