Nicole joined the Research Development and Support (RDS) team in November 2023. Her focus areas include mapping VU research strengths to external federal and foundation opportunities, supporting the development of compelling proposals, and enhancing multidisciplinary collaboration and team science.
Prior to joining RDS, Nicole served as Associate Director of Therapeutic Development at Sarah Cannon Research Institute where she oversaw a blood cancer and cellular therapy research portfolio comprised of ~100 clinical trials, evaluated new study opportunities for scientific interest, and engaged with pharmaceutical companies to secure partnerships. She also brings experience with funding strategy and grant writing from her previous role as Scientific Project Manager at the Vanderbilt Institute for Clinical and Translational Research where she contributed to several federal and foundation proposals.
Nicole received an MA in Middle Eastern and North African Studies from the University of Arizona, an MPH in Global Health from the University of Arizona, and a BA in Psychology, Gender Studies, and French from Louisiana State University.
Please contact Nicole at nicole.zaleski@vanderbilt.edu or call (615) 343-1424.