Setareh K Alavi
London,ENG
Summary
Globally-minded public health professional pursuing an MSc in Clinical and Public Health Nutrition at University College London, with a B.S. in Public Health and Latin American Studies from Tulane University. Skilled in research, writing, and community engagement in international settings, including Chile, Panama, and Peru. Experienced in spearheading sustainability projects, conducting public health research, and designing culturally sensitive health education programs. Bilingual in Spanish with expertise in scientific communication, data analysis, and policy advocacy.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Zone Journalist
Network Health Digest
03.2025 - Current
- Authored influential articles on scientific communication and networking within the academic community, engaging a broad audience of students and professionals.
- Focus areas include public health research, communication, and exploring the intersection of science and social impact.
Sustainability and Member Engagement Intern
The Meat Institute
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Spearheaded the development of sustainability initiatives for top industry members, including Tyson Foods and Hormel, aligning strategies with corporate responsibility goals.
- Conducted detailed analysis of membership data to identify engagement opportunities, contributing to the design of a nationwide food security initiative connecting 300+ members with local food banks.
Research Assistant
Household Air Pollution Study, Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Utilized advanced epidemiological methodologies to investigate the relationship between household air pollution and cardiopulmonary health outcomes.
- Conducted qualitative interviews and lab-based assessments, contributing to data collection and analysis for ongoing public health research.
Language Teacher
The Willow School
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Delivered weekly Spanish lessons to elementary students, fostering linguistic skills while developing culturally inclusive curriculum materials.
- Demonstrated strong classroom management and engagement strategies for a diverse cohort of 30+ students.
Volunteer Coordinator of International Projects
Socios En Salud
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with global health experts to design and promote educational initiatives, including a bilingual (English-Spanish) global health boot camp.
- Contributed to the creation of a "Decolonizing Global Health" pre-departure orientation course, emphasizing culturally responsive health practices.
- Maintained regular communication with volunteers through newsletters, social media updates, and personal check-ins, keeping them engaged and informed about upcoming opportunities.
- Developed comprehensive training materials to ensure volunteers were well-prepared for their roles.
Education
MSc Clinical and Public Health Nutrition -
University College London
09.2025
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA05.2024
Skills
- Languages: English (Native) and Spanish (Fluent)
- Certifications: HIPAA (Certified), CITI Good Clinical Practices Certified (US and UK), TEFL Certified
- Data analysis, statistical software (SPSS, R, Excel)
- Research methodologies (Qualitative & Quantitative)
- Grant writing
- Policy Analysis
- Content creation
Community Engagement
Eden House, New Orleans, LA
Resident Coordinator | January 2022–May 2022
- Facilitated recovery program operations and supported residents in daily activities, ensuring adherence to health and wellness protocols.
- Contributed to grant writing initiatives and administrative tasks supporting the recovery center's sustainability and outreach efforts.
Acorn International, New Orleans, LA (Virtual)
Intern | August 2021–December 2021
- Supported policy compliance projects, including investigations into hospitals violating the Affordable Care Act.
Assisted in data collection, focusing on healthcare cost transparency and policy reform advocacy. - Assisted in data collection and organization of hospital insurance information and surgery prices
The Tulane Hulaballoo – Staff Writer
August 2021 – May 2024
- Contributed opinion pieces and commentary to the student-led newspaper, engaging in current campus discussions, and providing perspectives on public health and social issues.
La Estrella De Arica – Student Journalist
November 2022 – December 2022
- Reported on public health challenges within the Arica community in Chile, writing articles that raised awareness on local health disparities.
Peace Corps – Campus Ambassador
August 2021 – April 2023
- Promoted Peace Corps’ mission and volunteer programs at Tulane University through campus events and social media, increasing awareness of global service opportunities.
Timeline
Student Zone Journalist
Network Health Digest
03.2025 - Current
Sustainability and Member Engagement Intern
The Meat Institute
06.2024 - 08.2024
Research Assistant
Household Air Pollution Study, Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine
08.2023 - 05.2024
Language Teacher
The Willow School
08.2023 - 05.2024
Volunteer Coordinator of International Projects
Socios En Salud
01.2023 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Tulane University
MSc Clinical and Public Health Nutrition -
University College London
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