Dr. Jeannette Simino named Chair of the Department of Data Science

The John D. Bower School of Population Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jeannette Simino as the new Chair of the Department of Data Science, effective March 30.

Dr. Simino is an accomplished scholar and academic leader who has been an integral part of the UMMC community since joining in 2014. As an associate professor of data science, her research focuses on the genetic architecture of cardiovascular diseases, cognitive aging, and dementia. She is a member of prestigious research consortia and has made significant contributions to advancing the fields of genetic epidemiology and biostatistics.

In her new role as Chair, Dr. Simino will leverage her extensive expertise to guide the Department of Data Science in its mission to train the next generation of data science and biostatistics experts. She has a proven track record of success, having served as the Interim Chair of the department and the Program Director for the school's PhD and MS programs in Biostatistics and Data Science.

"Dr. Simino's dedication to student mentorship and her commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration make her exceptionally well-suited to lead the department," said Dr. Thomas Dobbs, Dean of the Bower School of Population Health. "I am confident that under her leadership, the Department of Data Science will continue to thrive and make significant contributions to the field of population health."

Dr. Simino's accomplishments at UMMC are extensive. She has chaired five doctoral advisory committees, served on nine additional committees, and been recognized for her excellence in teaching, including induction into the Nelson Order of Teaching Excellence and the Academy of Excellence in Education.

"I am honored to take on this new position and build upon the department's strong foundation," said Dr. Simino. "By fostering innovative research, cultivating interdisciplinary collaboration, and providing exceptional training, we will empower the next generation of data science and biostatistics leaders to transform population health."