NICLETTE KIBIBI, PH.D., MPH

EPIDEMIOLOGIST/BIOSTATISTICIAN

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Cross functional innovator with a Ph.D. in Epidemiology, strong training in Biostatistics and 10+ years of advanced research and analytical skills in client-facing roles within the healthcare industry. Experienced in utilizing real-world data (RWD) for epidemiological studies and adept at statistical analysis, data visualization, and evidence-based research. Proficient in multiple languages with a global perspective and a strong track record of effective communication through published works. Skilled in leading multidisciplinary teams and leveraging RWD for impactful insights.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Data Analysis: R, SAS, Python, and STATA

Methodology: causal inference, comparative effectiveness, propensity score matching, Time to event analysis, instrumental variables, Inverse Probability Weighting (IPW), longitudinal analysis, regression analysis, systematic literature review and meta-analysis.

Data Visualization: ArcGIS, Excel, GraphPad Prism, MS-PowerPoint

Languages: French, Swahili, Lingala, Nyanja, Bemba (Fluent in all)

Survey Design and Analysis: Creating/validating survey instruments, complex survey analysis in Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey, MS-Access, RedCAP

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Strong ability to work under pressure with a high level of autonomy and motivation.

Solid knowledge of vaccine development, infectious disease, disease modeling, and related dataset interpretation.

Extensive knowledge of study design, ICH and FDA regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), RWE data analysis and clinical trial design and analysis, medical terminology (ICD 9/10/ReadCode)

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

RESEARCH SCIENTIST UNIVERSITY OF IOWA 2018-2023

Executed observational research studies to support pharmaceutical and device development, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Conducted research utilizing electronic health record and administrative claims data, resulting in actionable insights for clients.

Implemented advanced tools for confounding control such as propensity score and randomization and managed missing data effectively to ensure data integrity.

Designed methodologically-sound research studies, authored protocols, Statistical Analytical Plans (SAP), and study documents with a focus on quality and completeness, meeting timelines and objectives.

Managed multiple concurrent projects, effectively prioritizing tasks and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Supported data dissemination through visualization, presentations, and publications, engaging diverse audiences.

SAS AND R INSTRUCTOR UNIVERSITY OF IOWA 2021-2022

Instructed and guided 70 graduate students in SAS and R coding, ensuring proficiency in statistical software programming.

Conducted biweekly office hours to address coding issues, troubleshoot problems, and support and grade homework assignments, fostering a deep understanding of Biostatistics and Epidemiology.

MEDICAL CASE MANAGER REFUGEEONE 2014-2018

Secured $100K+ funding for program support through writing and winning grants.

Supervised and supported team of 30 medical volunteers and 7 interns, improving appointment attendance and follow-up care for refugees by 85 %.

Managed diverse caseload of 80 patients, ensuring return to health and continuity of care.

Collaborated closely with regulatory agencies and healthcare providers to develop treatment plans, demonstrating expertise in compliance and data transparency.

PUBLICATIONS

Obesity in Refugees Post Resettlement: A Meta-analysis

Differences in Health Insurance Coverage by Visa Type: A Longitudinal Assessment of Legal Permanent Residents in the United States [under review]

Employment Prospects and Health Insurance Among Legal Permanent Residents: A Longitudinal Assessment of the Influence of Visa Type and Job Skill Level [under review]

Utilization of Outpatient and Inpatient Health Services Among Legal Permanent Residents with varying Visa types in the United States [under review]

RELEVANT PROJECTS

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor Use and Risk of Fractures in Children and Younger Adults

oAnalyzed Wellmark claims data using causal inference (propensity score matching, IPW, Instrumental Variables and multivariate regression methods), resulting in 1 manuscript, 11 project reports and SAS programs.

The Effect of Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Adherence and Efficacy on HIV Incidence

oAuthored study protocol and developed data collection and statistical analytical plan (SAP).

Evaluation of the Effect of the Influenza Vaccine Campaign on the Likelihood of Getting Vaccinated

oDeveloped and implemented an SAP for infection disease surveillance using time to event analysis leading to 1 manuscript and presentation to internal and external stakeholders.

Utilization of Outpatient and Inpatient Health Services Among Legal Permanent Residents with varying Visa types in the United States

oLed analysis using weighted complex longitudinal survey data, resulting in 3 manuscripts under peer review for publication.

Increased Risk of Preterm Birth and Small for Gestational Age Births in the United States by Nativity

oAnalyzed EHR data of 3,963,711 live births linked with Medicare/Medicaid data, resulting in 1 manuscript and 2 conference presentations.

LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNICATION

oPresident Maternal and Child Health Student Interest Group

oGuest Lecturer Foundation of Maternal and Child Health (PhD level course)

oGuest Lecturer Analytic Issues in Health Services Research II (PhD level course), April 15, 2021.

oAssociate Member American College of Epidemiologist

EDUCATION

PHD EPIDEMIOLOGY UNIVERSITY OF IOWA 2023

CERTIFICATE IN BIOSTATISTICS UNIVERSITY OF IOWA 2021

MPH HEALTH POLICY AND ETHICS CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY 2015

BA BIOCHEMISTRY PSYCHOLOGY EASTERN MENNONITE UNIVERSITY 2010

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