TARA MCKAY

sociologist. EDUCATOR.thought leader.

I invest in trainees.

Since my degree, I have provided research training and mentorship to 81 students. Over half have gone on to pursue health professions. I intentionally prioritize engagement with women, individuals from underrepresented racial/ethnic and low-income backgrounds, and LGBTQ+ research trainees. Four out of every 5 research active trainees meet at least one NIH Diversity criterion. I train students to be effective researchers who appreciate the value of diverse teams. I have coauthored with 32 trainees, including 22 who meet at least one NIH Diversity criterion and 15 undergraduates.

I have led three NIH Diversity Supplements/Diversity Mentoring Supplements, which supported 5 trainees and expanded access to training in the use of biomarker data in the social sciences. I serve as Primary Mentor on 5 active training awards funded by the National Institutes of Health and the Alzheimer's Association.