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VFCE Affiliate
 Associate Research Scientist
I work with the Shubitz lab on mouse models of coccidioidomycosis. I have a particular interest in research that will broaden our understanding of Valley fever in community animals. As a veterinarian, I see small animal patients with Valley fever in practice. |
 Clinical Research Coordinator
As a Clinical Research Coordinator, I collaborate with researchers in a variety of disciplines, including the clinicians and scientists at the Valley Fever Center of Excellence. I primarily handle recruitment and retention for the human subjects research projects funded through the center, both investigator-initiated and sponsored trials. Some of my responsibilities include informed consent, sample collection and processing, study drug dispensation/monitoring, and participant follow-up. |
 Clinical Research Coordinator
In my role as a Clinical Research Coordinator, I work alongside a diverse group of researchers, including clinicians and scientists at the Valley Fever Center of Excellence. My primary responsibilities involve overseeing the recruitment & retention of participants for human subjects research projects which can include both investigator initiated and sponsored trials. To accomplish this, I am responsible for various tasks such as obtaining informed consent, collecting & processing samples, and following up with participants. |
 Program Manager, Valley Fever Collaborative
I started with the Valley Fever Center for Excellence in May of 2022 as the Program Manager for the newly formed Valley Fever Collaborative. I work 20 hours a week while finishing my Bachelors Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus on Science, Technology, Health, and Society. |
 Associate Director, Valley Fever Initiatives
It has been my pleasure to have served the Valley Fever Center for Excellence since 2007. As Associate Director, I have assisted managing and supporting all Center infrastructure under the leadership of our Distinguished Director, Dr. Galgiani. |
 Research Specialist, Senior
I am the lab manager of the BSL3 lab for the VFCE department. I have worked for this department for 33 years which includes participating in research projects in search of the Valley fever vaccine. |
 Research Specialist, Senior
I collaborate and participate in various research about Valley fever including anti-fungal drug and vaccine development, new diagnostics, and genetic studies.
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 Administrative Support Assistant
I have been an administrative support assistant for the VFCE since May 2022. I help our Associate Director with managing various administrative tasks. I am thrilled to be a part of this wonderful team. |
 Research Specialist, Senior
I conduct experiments to further the understanding of Valley fever biology, ability to cause disease and prevention. |