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Hannah Hughes

@hannahhughes

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Research-focused life scientist translating biomedical evidence into healthcare policy insights.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to contribute to pharmaceutical policy and healthcare quality research, focusing on medication access, drug utilization, and evidence-based value-based care—where I can apply literature review, data analysis, and clear knowledge translation to real health outcomes.

I’m a research-focused life scientist with graduate training in biology and chemistry, and interdisciplinary experience spanning pharmaceutical care, biomedical research, and higher education. I translate complex biomedical information into clear insights that support healthcare research and policy initiatives, with a strong foundation in medication systems, patient care delivery, and drug utilization.

Through my graduate research and peer-reviewed publication work, I’ve built expertise in scientific literature review, evidence synthesis, experimental design, and biological data analysis—while also developing scientific and technical writing skills. I’m especially motivated by research on pharmaceutical policy, healthcare quality initiatives, medication access, and value-based care models, where my drug utilization analysis and medication safety background can add immediate value.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Anatomy Physiology Instructor

Bryant & Stratton College

Delivered instruction in human anatomy, physiology, and biomedical science for healthcare-focused students. Connected foundational biology concepts to clinical practice and healthcare delivery systems.

Lesson planning Learning Assessment

Biology Lab Instructor

Virginia State University

Taught undergraduate biology and ecology laboratory courses focused on experimental design, scientific reasoning, and data interpretation. Guided students in applying evidence-based research methods and using scientific literature to support lab conclusions.

Lab Instruction Experimental Design Scientific Data Interpretation Mentorship

Laboratory Analyst

Biological Research Laboratory

Conducted laboratory analyses to support biological and biochemical research initiatives, ensuring quality control and accurate documentation of experimental work. Assisted with sample preparation, experimental procedures, and interpretation of biological data.

Quality Control Microbiology Techniques Research & Data Analysis

Pharmacy Technician

Retail Pharmacy

Supported pharmacists with prescription processing, medication dispensing, and high-volume pharmacy operations while maintaining compliance with safety standards and regulatory guidelines. Assisted with prescription verification, insurance claims processing, and inventory management to improve medication access.

Pharmacy Operations Insurance Claims Regulatory Compliance Medication Access

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Virginia State University

Master of Science (M.S.), Biology

Activities and societies: Thesis research on bacteriophage-host interactions and viral mechanisms in bacterial systems.

Earned a Master of Science in Biology with thesis research on bacteriophage-host interactions and viral mechanisms in bacterial systems, with potential biotechnology and antimicrobial applications.