Jihana Mottley
Plantation
Summary
Dynamic research professional with over 10 years of experience in epidemiology and public health program management. Proven ability to translate complex health data into actionable insights and design impactful studies. Expertise in leading international research initiatives and engaging stakeholders effectively.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Science Fellow
Love Justice International
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Developed evidence-based strategies for anti-human trafficking initiatives to enhance mission impact.
- Utilized artificial intelligence software to establish partnerships and expand resource networks.
- Ensured scientific rigor and cost-effectiveness in all program initiatives.
- Monitored measurable outcomes to assess initiative success and drive improvements.
Research Coordinator
Yale University / EarthMedic
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Coordinated research activities aimed at mitigating the effects of climate change on population health for the Research for Action on Climate Change and Health in the Caribbean Project.
- Successfully planned and executed a virtual, global stakeholder consultation meeting with over 60 key academic, political and financial partners to incorporate their feedback into the Caribbean Research for Action Agenda.
- Managed a multi-disciplinary research team of 8 founding members to meet project deadlines.
- Secured a marked increase in funding through grant writing and proposal submissions.
PhD Researcher
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
08.2018 - 03.2023
- Conducted mixed-methods epidemiological research on the health effects of intergenerational trauma using an artificial intelligence management platform
- Published peer-reviewed articles and co-organized global health short courses on Gender-Based Violence
- Authored 3 peer-reviewed papers advancing intergenerational trauma knowledge
- Collaborated with 4 international partners expanding research network and impact
Research Consultant
The Lewin Group
08.2014 - 06.2016
- Supported healthcare delivery redesign for Massachusetts Medicaid and Maryland Health Benefit Exchange
- Led a team of 7 consultants in the 2015 MHBE Renewals Campaign, achieving 85% renewal rate
- Conducted data analysis, focus groups, and prepared policy reports for state health agencies
Research Study Assistant II
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
02.2014 - 08.2014
- Collaborated with oncology teams to support clinical trial operations for metastatic HER2-positive breast cancer.
- Managed patient recruitment and data collection, ensuring 100% compliance with IRB protocols and regulatory requirements across trials
Consulting Epidemiologist
Ministry of Health, Kenya
05.2013 - 07.2013
- Evaluated Community Health Strategy using quantitative and qualitative methods
- Analyzed 328 household surveys in EpiInfo and SAS
- Co-authored final report with strategic recommendations
Education
PhD - Epidemiology & Population Health
London School of Hygiene And Tropical Medicine
UK04-2023
MPH - Epidemiology & Global Health
Boston University School of Public Health
USA01-2014
BS - Biology / Pre-med
Georgetown University
USA08-2011
Skills
- R
- SAS
- STATA
- EpiInfo
- CSPro
- Data analysis
- Study design
- Research coordination
- Project management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Effective communication
- Policy design
- Policy analysis
- Epidemiological methods
- Artificial intelligence
- Health advocacy
Selected Publications
- Mottley, J. K., Devries, K., Edwards, P., Miguel-Esponda, G., Roberts, T., Larrieta, J., & Rathod, S. D. (2025). Mediators of the Association Between a Parent's Experience of Trauma and Their Children's Well-Being: A Systematic Review. Trauma, Violence & Abuse, 15248380251357616. Advance online publication., https://doi.org/10.1177/15248380251357616
- Mottley, J., Devries, K., Edwards, P., & Rathod, S. (2025). Impact and Mental Health Mediation of Intimate Partner Violence on Child Behavior in Trinidad and Tobago. SAGE Open, 15(2)., https://doi.org/10.1177/21582440251342107
- Mottley, J., Devries, K., Hart, K. E., Rathod, S. D., & Buller, A. M. (2024). Parental resilience in Trinidad & Tobago during the COVID-19 pandemic: a qualitative study. SSM. Qualitative Research in Health, 100439., https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ssmqr.2024.100439
Honors Recognition
- Caribbean Public Health Agency 2024 Young Researcher Award, David Picou Prize
- International Society for the Protection of Children from Abuse & Neglect, Best Research Poster 2022
- Goodenough College, PhD Scholar
Languages
English
First Language
Spanish
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Social Science Fellow
Love Justice International
04.2025 - 10.2025
Research Coordinator
Yale University / EarthMedic
02.2023 - 03.2024
PhD Researcher
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
08.2018 - 03.2023
Research Consultant
The Lewin Group
08.2014 - 06.2016
Research Study Assistant II
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
02.2014 - 08.2014
Consulting Epidemiologist
Ministry of Health, Kenya
05.2013 - 07.2013
PhD - Epidemiology & Population Health
London School of Hygiene And Tropical Medicine
MPH - Epidemiology & Global Health
Boston University School of Public Health
BS - Biology / Pre-med
Georgetown University
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